He also spoke to their “‘Foundations of Faith’ approach,” which “allows people to read the Catechism of the Catholic Church with a clear understanding of its sources in Scripture, Church documents, writings of the saints and more.” The new book also comes with a very useful ‘Catechism-at-a-Glance’ chart and colorful Catechism indexing tabs, so listeners can easily follow along. Conference of Catholic Bishops for their help in printing this new robust version that is tailored for the podcast segments.īoth the podcast and Catechism have gone through extensive “theological review,” Harden noted. John Harden of Ascension Press first thanked the U.S. The book was released this fall in anticipation of the podcast dropping in January. This project also comes with a new print edition of the Catechism. Speaking about the young audience they are reaching with the current podcast and what they hope to cultivate with the launch of The Catechism, Cavins of Ascension Press said, “There is a real challenge in reaching such a young audience that is intrigued by the Catholic faith.” Father Schmitz called it “leveling up” during the press conference, saying the podcast offers “a sober and serious revelation of who God is,” adding, “This faith of ours has really been thought through.” The practicality of the podcast’s content is very unique. The new podcast will be free on all streaming platforms, as well as on the Hallow prayer app. Since so many churches are listening together as a group, Ascension Press has created free parish promotional materials, including flyers, posters, bulletins and graphics. Fleshing out the four pillars of the Catholic faith, Jeff Cavins joins Father Schmitz to cover “What We Believe,” Bishop Andrew Cozzens joins to discuss “How We Worship,” Mary Healy explores “How We Live,” and Sister Miriam James Heidlandand adds to “How We Pray.” Similar to The Bible of Year podcast, The Catechism in a Year podcast will be 15-20 minutes in length for each episode, offering both commentary and prayer. The new podcast will explore deeply - as the Catechism does: “God in himself, the who and the what of what God is, offering a greater understanding and greater love.” In terms of the Eucharistic Revival, Schmitz called the podcast an invitation to “fall more in love with the word” and consider “how does God continue to reveal himself now?” The first episode is titled: “To Know and Love God.” Now, with the Catechism, it’s a biblical world view that is now amplified or even brought into a clearer or sharper vision.” I hope that when it comes to the Bible, we had a biblical worldview that was either given for the first time or rediscovered. But he also reveals himself in sacred Tradition. God reveals himself in sacred Scripture so we get to love him more. And I am just so grateful for the Catechism. and there is real truth in the fact that you can't love what you don't know. God continues to make us his sons and daughters. Here is God, who continues to reach out to his people. “One of the things that we recognize: Here is the Holy Spirit, who continues to move. The 900-page-long book is a compilation of fundamental Christian truths and the essential teachings of the Church.įather Schmitz spoke passionately about this new podcast, telling the Register what listeners will get when tuning in: An Ascension Press survey found that thousands were interested in learning more about the Catechism through a daily podcast. 1 was something that Father Schmitz had in mind when producing The Bible in a Year, but it was really popular demand that brought about this new podcast. This next venture coming to all online audio platforms Jan. After the incredible success of The Bible in a Year Podcast, Father Mike Schmitz and Jeff Cavins of Ascension Press announced the full details regarding The Catechism in a Year podcast during a press event on Nov.
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