Don’t apologize for reviewing and revealing each paragraph in your words after reading God’s words. It really helps me to hear it again and hear your interpretation. God bless you and I am praying for you.

This podcast is incredible. So many things make sense now!

I try to listen to this every morning while I’m getting cleaned up. It’s a good way to start my day and be reminded about teachings and the reasons behind them. It’s accessible, it’s nonjudgmental, and it’s worth it.

I have gotten so much from these segments. Concerns I had about the rules of the Catholic Church have been answered making my faith stronger

Fr Mike brings my Catholic faith to life. This is how I start every day

The CCC is a truly stunning, phenomenal work undertaken in the 80s and completed in the 90s - to organize and set out Christian doctrine - certainly for the Catholuc Church - but truly, amazingly, for all Christians and seekers of God - and of Faith. Its divided into 4 very logical sections - and Fr Mike is very faithful about respecting, and pointing out non-judgementally (the surprisingly few points) where faith doctrines diverge. Of course he explains WHY the Catholic church believes “thus” at those moments - and in listening to that, one can form one’s own position. Still, there has been an intellectual discussion based in history and doctrine rather than legend - and thus ALL learn by better understanding! Its amazing how many Catholics have never studied or even read the CCC - so no matter who or where you are in terms of faith - you’ll be in safe and supportive and fascinating company! This is a great study of what Christians believe and why! For those who reject Faith - hear this! You may well also find this intellectually fascinating! Come learn what Christians really believe! You may still reject faith in the end (no-one will be trying to sell or persuade you otherwise) - but you’ll grow in your own depth of understanding of the universe and in your own morality and character! And you can do so privately. Its just fascinating!

This show has been a life changer for my faith. Thank God for Fr. Mike and the rest of the folks at Ascension. God bless you all.

This show is something I make a point to listen to everyday before I do anything else. This show and Bible in a Year have changed the way I see the world . I’ve never understood the word of God like I do now. Catholic upbringing , but even today when I hear Father Mike read the Bible , sometimes I tune out or don’t understand the way it’s written . However I always stay tuned until he explains the passage to us. This is truly the secret of his teachings, Father Mike is doing the Lord’s work, saying yes to God all day.

I appreciate the emphasis on Church teachings that have daily consequences in my life.

Thank you, Father Mike! I have thoroughly enjoying listening to this podcast and your clear and enthusiastic explanations. You are a joy! I have learned so much and feel it has helped strengthen my faith in our Lord. God bless you, Father Mike! I will continue to pray for you daily!

I’ve gone up and down while listening to the words of the Catechism but ultimately, it is about Fr Mike’s teaching it and I can’t imagine going through the entire Catechism with anyone else. He is brilliant and relatable. He doesn’t dumb it down or shy away. And you take it and sit with it. Well worth the time.

To understand the depth and breathe of the Catholic faith, understanding the Catechism is essential in the most profound way. Pedagogical technique here is excellent. It seems simplistic. Rather, it is effective. I look forward to listening to this podcast for many years to come and being enriched by it. Highly recommended in conjunction with the Bible in a Year podcast.

Cradle, practicing Catholic here, this immersion should be on every Christian’s radar.

I have tried studying the Catechism on my own to no avail. Thanks to Fr. Mike’s enthusiasm and explanation of the Catechism, I look forward to each episode and sometimes double up because this program encourages me to know my faith well and not delay in obtaining this knowledge.

You’ll probably never see this but the prayer you led on day 360 made me cry. Thank you.

I am learning so much!

Thank you for putting together this podcast. I did the whole podcast in 2023 and I am doing it again along with the Bible in a year. I learn so much every day. I love that you “can’t wait to see me tomorrow”. I look forward to those words every day.

Father Mike is amazing!

Let us never lose or change any part of the Eucharist! I truly believe it to be the center of the division of the other churches and our greatest shield and strength! Reading the catechism in a year will make a little St. Paul out of you. We had all the answers, yet I have been so foolish. Pray for us

Like BIAY, this podcast continues the rich tradition of delving deeper into the faith. I began listening the first year it arrived on the scene, and now, I’m continuing it. I have read the Catechism before, but this offers insight that one may lack if reading alone. I have enjoyed learning more about the Catholic Church, and I highly recommend this for non-Catholics as well because it will allow one to understand further the richness of the faith and the differences between different faith traditions. As a convert, this has helped me grow in my understanding of the Church and enriches my personal faith journey.

I learned so much , I love that can go back and listen again if needed. I wish you would come up with children ‘s version or family version for each

Thank you Father Mike and thank you for everyone in the community. Currently visiting Barcelona. Going to the Sagrada Familia. I ask God to continue protecting and guiding us all. Much love. God Bless.

I want to thank you to everyone involved developing CIY and BIY. I’m on my 5th year for biy and 2nd for CIY. I’m praying for all involved and especially for Fr Mike. God Blessing to all!

Fr. Mike, thank you bringing us the catechism and being our virtual spiritual advisor through your teachings about our beautiful faith. May God always be with you and protect you.

I do pray for you Father Mike. I pray that Our Father protect you from evil— the evil of a fallen heart and from the Evil One, who hates the Bride of Jesus. God has blessed you and you are a blessing to so many. “Please Lord put your fortress over him!”

At age 20 I left the Catholic church to follow Jesus.. I know it sounds crazy but it’s the truth! I found Jesus apart from the Catholic church, and 45 years later I realize He was there all along! The tools of Catechism podcast and even Bible podcast are making the teachings of Jesus and of the Catholic church accessible and understandable. Thank you!

Excellent content and production value. Thank you for serving our Catholic Church in such a powerful way!

Two were received into the church Easter Vigil last night (2024).The couple each individually started listening to Bible in a Year. When they discovered their spouse was listening to the pod cast, they decided as a couple to look seriously at conversion to the Catholic faith. I am now enjoying my 4th year Cindy Riedner

This show is a 10/10 it has helped me so much when I listen it helps me enter in on another level.

I am a Catholic kid and feel I have been slacking on paying attention to the Lord so I followed this podcast and it helps me a lot to pay more attention to the Lord.

Learning from a humble expert is the best. I am a cradle Catholic always seeking deeper knowledge, more soul enriching and to be closer to Jesus. This is great as well as Bible in a year. The commentary on both of these are great. Thank you for giving your time Fr. Mike 💙you’re a friend and teacher to all of us.

The Catechism is truly a blessing. The review helps strengthen my faith. Thank you to everyone who worked tirelessly to put this beautiful podcast together.

Just do it! It’s great!

As a newly confirmed, Catholic in 2020 I cannot begin to tell you how much this podcast means to me! Father Mike’s, enthusiasm and humor brings the catechism to life and I am so grateful. Thank you. Helena, Lisle, Monrovia, California

This is fantastastic…. This is an amazing podcast to teach in depth what we already believe. Thank you for all you do.

I never read the catechism before this show. It breaks it up in an understandable way for me and comes in pieces that make it easy to follow! Thank you Fr Mike!

Second time listening. Life changing!

I am almost 65 years old, born and raised Catholic. Before BIY and now, CIY, I had the most rudimentary understanding of as well as a very inconsistent connection to my faith. Like BIY, this podcast has helped to open my mind and heart in a way I never thought possible. Thank you, Father Mike, for your teaching and thank God for leading me here.

A day-by-day exploration of the treasure that is the Church. Agree, disagree — at least you’ll know the WHY of what the Church teaches. Life-changing.

Last year, I was called to start my journey in Catholicism. I was lost for 17 years battling with my faith and drifting from Christ. I started getting random signs to come back. Ft. Mike popped up on my YouTube suggestions…How? I do not know. But after watching his presentation on the intimacy of the Eucharist I dove deeper into Catholicism. I reached out the week before Easter to my local Catholic Church and they got me into RCIA 23-24. It is important to me that if I decided to be Catholic I wanted to look at the Catechism and say whole heartedly and confidently, “Yes. I understand it, and I believe this.” Thanks to this podcast I can and will. This Easter I am going to receive my First Communion and Confirmation. I am excited and eternally grateful for everyone that was involved with this podcast and every listener that prayed for me as a fellow listener. I will continue to pray for everyone. God Bless you all!

Yay! Hi all. Excited to take this journey with you all #CIY family. God Bless all worldwide and here we go again;) Hope all had a blessed Thanksgiving 2022:) Thanks so much Father Mike-eee, we love you forever, prayers galore;) Peace be with you and one and all. 🙏🏻🦃❤️ A Blessed Advent Season to all. Suga Suga 🍯🍯🍯 Happy Birthday, Jesus. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻 Momma and I are doing the #CIY together this year 2023. Yay! 😂 Here, here to the entire #CIY family, blessings to all. 🦋🦋🦋 A Blessed Lenten Season 2023 to you, yours and ours worldwide. May we all be blessed in unity and peace. ✨😂🙏🏻 Just the sight of your face Fr. Mike, cracks me up like a mutha, lol. 😆😆😆. #CCC check, check, check it out #Catechism Of The Catholic Church. May showers bring spring flowers, God is great! 🙏🏻❤️☘️ Happy Mother’s Day 2023 to all . Our family couldn’t be more thrilled with the gift of my Momma’s 11th great granddaughter today on Mother’s Day. Alleluia! God is great! Peace be with one and all. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻. Sweetest family of seven thus far eva! 🙏🏻❤️😂🥲 I was listening to “Godsplaining.” They rock check-check it out. Awesome podcast;). Thank you, Jesus. God bless you and all Fr. Mike-eee. 💐 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😻😻😻. A Blessed Lenten season 2024 to all worldwide. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 keep on trucking.

I have learned so much with Father Mike. He shares his vast knowledge in a way that makes it easy to understand complex topics. His teaching entices reflexion and desire to know more. God bless you Father. May the Lord continue to guide and protect you always.

Father Mike, I am so grateful and thankful for your sharing the gospel with us everyday. I have been listening daily to your Bible in a Year and it’s Catechism companion. I am grateful for your descriptions and explanations and I thoroughly enjoy your energy and your pleasing disposition. I pray for you and for all who listen and May God touch more hearts with each passing day and guide them to your podcasts. God bless you!

God Bless your ministry Father Mike

I converted to Catholicism a couple of years ago. I wanted to read the Catechism but always seemed like a daunting goal. But Catechism In a Year has been a wonderful resource to understand the faith even more. I love how Fr Mike explains each part. I had listened to Bible in a Year podcast the year before and between these two podcasts I feel like I truly have a better understanding. Even my husband who grew up Catholic has enjoyed listening to the podcast with me and we have discussions about it.

I’m re-listening to the CIY and it keeps me going to ensure that I’m in grace with the Church. I’m thankful that this podcast was developed to help us to understand the CCC.

As with Bible in a Year, Father Mike offers concise and clear answers to questions I have had about the Catholic faith and the traditions we have!

It’s my 2nd year listening to this podcast and also the Bible in a year. I want to suggest if you are planning to do this app in Spanish language? I am bilingual and I shared with family and friends who speak Spanish and they are amazed of the great way that this app brought a big change into their life. Please if you can do it in Spanish would be a great espiritual instrument for the Hispanic people. Thank you to all the team of Ascension , Mr. Jeff Cavins and specially to Fr. Mike, I can assure you of my daily prayers.

I was born and raised Catholic and have never read the catechism and actually understood it. This podcast reinforced my faith and made me live my faith and know myself blessed to be catholic! What a gift! The most complete religion, thank you Father Mike that you made this and explained it so we can understand and live our faith even more! God bless you! We’re praying for you.

Father Mike! When you tell the “A Few Good Men” analogy, please, please make sure you are referring to the Marines as Marines, not “soldiers”. Thanks!!