What If God Doesn’t Exist? Ascension Presents 2024-01-17 | What if there were no God? What does that idea look like if you follow it to its logical conclusion? It ain't pretty.Today, Fr. Mike shows us that meaning, dignity, and purpose come from the one who created everything. And the good news is that he made you on purpose, for a reason. And you matter.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376885648248304
Who Has the Authority to Interpret Scripture/the Bible? (feat. Fr. Dempsey Rosales-Acosta) Ascension Presents 2024-04-09 | The Bible is the inspired Word of God. That being said, not everyone interprets scripture the same way, and not every verse is easily understood. So, then, if the text of the Bible really means any one thing... who gets to decide?Today, Fr. Dempsey has the run down on exactly who has the authority to interpret scripture (and how Jesus vested that authority himself).Fr. Dempsey Acosta is an adjunct professor of Biblical Theology and holds the Miller Endowed Chair of Catholic Studies at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas. After earning degrees in Philosophy and Education from the Universidad Católica Cecilio Acosta en Maracaibo, Venezuela, he obtained a Bachelor of Theology (S.T.B.) from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, a degree in Biblical Sciences and Biblical Languages (S.S.L.) from the Pontifical Biblicum Institute in Rome, and a Doctorate in Sacred Theology: Biblical Studies (S.T.D.) from the Pontifical Gregorian University. Since 2008, Fr. Dempsey has been a peritus (theological advisor) and consultant of the American Bible Society in the Presidential Liaison and Roman Catholic Ministry Department. He has also served as an expert consultant for Biblical translations with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.Ascension was blessed to collaborate with Fr. Dempsey on the year-long podcast La Biblia en un Año (con Fray Sergio Serrano, OP (youtube.com/channel/UC8vi7lD4jnvUqVBSlCEg9kg).❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents 5609178410
3 Hacks to Go Deeper in Prayer Ascension Presents 2024-04-08 | Prayer doesn't just happen. Prayer takes practice. And, like exercise, there are some best practices to get you up and running.Today, Fr. Mark-Mary has 3 prayer hacks that will make you wonder what you were doing without them. Let's go deeper in our relationship with God today.0:00 "3 Practices to help you enter more deeply into prayer."0:14 Prepare for Prayer1:43 Ease Into Prayer3:54 Follow Through on Prayer❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents 6344099583
Saying Yes to a Life You Did Not Plan Ascension Presents 2024-04-03 | Who is orchestrating your life? If it's God—and not you—what will you say to him? Fr. Mike suggests trying "yes."Whether life circumstances bring the best out of you or the worst out of you, you need Jesus more than you think you do. And that is a very good thing. Here's why.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents — BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376886325628419
Why Is Life Mostly Boring and Lonely? (feat. Nell OLeary) Ascension Presents 2024-04-02 | "Why does life feel so mundane and lonely? Why am I in this dryness?"Today Nell O'Leary, wife and mother, delves into the silent, hidden years of Jesus' life before his public ministry to help us feel a sense of purpose and meaning even in the more mundane parts of our life.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents5609195594
How to Love Yourself Like God Does Ascension Presents 2024-04-01 | If you don't like who you see looking back at you from the mirror, you're not alone.Where do these deep-seated insecurities come from? Why do we tend to compare ourselves to other people? Why does it seem like more people struggle with self-image today than they ever did before?You were never meant to live this way. Jesus sees you, and he's ready to bring you healing through the full truth of who you are. Here's how.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents #comparison 6151122139
Pray with Us: The Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary with Fr. Mike Schmitz (Tuesdays & Fridays) Ascension Presents 2024-03-28 | Today, Fr. Mike invites you to pray the Sorrow Mysteries of the Rosary with him. "In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit..."— MORE ROSARY CONTENT —🔸How to Pray a Better Rosary: youtu.be/01LaSU8Rjlw🔸Should I Pray a Daily Rosary?: youtu.be/T1FwMI_wsnc 🔸The Power of Praying the Rosary: youtu.be/qSeASW2M_yo ❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents — BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id273537688#holyrosary #rosary 6328551812
The Good Kind of FOMO Ascension Presents 2024-03-27 | Do you have FOMO? Are you always worried about what you might miss out on? Today, Fr. Mike explores why this fear of missing out could be a gift in the spiritual life using the Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ as he unravels how the disciples' FOMO led them to overlook a pivotal moment in history. The call is to BE fully present. Don't miss out on God moments. ❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents — BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376886325635249
What Happens When You Stop This Toxic Habit? (feat. Nell OLeary) Ascension Presents 2024-03-26 | Should you spill the tea? Is it really that bad to share a little piece of gossip once in a while?Today Nell O'Leary, wife and mother, challenges us to look at our lives and see if the toxic behavior and spiritual vice of gossip is overshadowing all the beautiful ways God reveals his love for you.The taste of gossip or having an inside scoop can be delicious in our mouths, but this behavior is often a secret cry for validation. Whether you’re sharing a grievance or a judgment, passing along someone’s story that isn’t yours to share takes away from the opportunity to share genuinely what God is doing in your own story. Practicing keeping your heart open to goodness and putting an end to the tendency for negativity makes for a more joyful and fulfilling life.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents5609195226
The Perfect Disposition for Holy Week Ascension Presents 2024-03-25 | How should we approach the beginning of Holy Week? Fr. Mark-Mary explains that following Mary's example is the most powerful way to enter the mystery of Christ's Passion. We should be open, available, and receptive to receiving the Bridegroom. Fr. Mark-Mary encourages us to ask Mary to guide us into this receptive state. As Jesus sacrifices for our salvation, our most faithful response echoes Mary's surrender: "Be done unto me according to your word."❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents#holyweek 6151123116
A Simple Key to Extending Grace Ascension Presents 2024-03-20 | Everyone bears burdens and faces unseen challenges. Leading a life filled with love is often the simplest path to personal growth. In this discussion, Fr. Mike delves into extending grace to strangers. A small gesture of kindness, such as offering a smile or lending a helping hand, can cultivate a community of grace and love. He reminds us that everyone navigates life's complexities differently. Fr. Mike emphasizes that acts of kindness and compassion pave the way for increased empathy and understanding, even towards those we have yet to encounter.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents — BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376886000350592
Is There A Place for Shame in the Christian Life? Ascension Presents 2024-03-18 | When we fail, it's easy to beat ourselves up and wallow in shame because it can feel like what we deserve. But that's not what God asks of us. Today Fr. Mark-Mary reminds us that if you've confessed a sin, God has forgiven you entirely – he is without restraint in his mercy. And by living in the freedom of the Father's forgiveness, we profess his goodness.So if you still feel guilty about a past sin that you've confessed, try not to shame-spiral. Instead, Fr. Mark-Mary invites you to put yourself in the place of the prodigal son, who was completely forgiven even after a life of despondency.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents 6151121238
Pray with Us: The Magnificat with Mary (w/ Sr. Mary Grace & Sr. Ann Immaculée) Ascension Presents 2024-03-14 | We invite you to pray with us the "Magnificat with Mary" with Sr. Mary Grace and Sr. Ann Immaculée of the Sisters of Life. See the full text of the prayer here: http://bit.ly/MagnificatMaryInterested in learning more about the Sisters of Life? Read and see all about their mission, their way of life, and their charism at sistersoflife.org❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents 5587564796
When a Miracle Doesnt Happen Ascension Presents 2024-03-13 | Fr. Mike Schmitz delves deeply into the profound significance of the leper's words to Jesus:'If you will it, you can make me clean.'This verse from Matthew's Gospel embodies the very essence of faith. Fr. Mike explains how this statement captures the heart of faith in two ways: the trust inherent in believing that Christ can purify us and the trust involved in believing in him even if he chooses not to. Fr. Mike says this is the faith you are made for. It is the kind of faith that can change the world.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents — BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376886000338011
You Dont Have to Earn Gods Love Ascension Presents 2024-03-11 | "God loves you!" You've heard it a thousand times before. But what does that truly mean? We can often feel like we must earn God's love, that we are unworthy of his concern for us. But we are called to reject those lies, break free from an orphan spirit, and embrace the adoption that the heavenly Father offers each and every one of us. Today Fr. Mark-Mary explores the dangers of living with an orphan spirit, always trying to earn love and acceptance. You are not debtors. You are not tenants, renting the Kingdom of God. No, you are heirs and therefore adopted sons and daughters of a loving Father! ❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents 6151120600
God Wants You to Rest (feat. Sr. Mary Grace, SV) Ascension Presents 2024-03-07 | When was the last time you took a real break? Because of the world’s rapid pace, we can easily think of rest as a waste of time or a luxury for those who can afford it.Sr. Mary Grace reminds us that God didn’t create us to do something but to simply be. She explains that true rest is returning to the reality of who you are. God wants you to enjoy the gift of life. Taking a break might be the bravest thing you do today.Interested in learning more about the Sisters of Life? Read and see all about their mission, their way of life, and their charism at sistersoflife.org❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents5609555997
Fr. Mike Schmitz Reviews Cabrini Movie Ascension Presents 2024-03-06 | Do you know the true story of America's first canonized saint? "Cabrini," a movie from Angel Studios, tells the incredible true story of Mother Cabrini, the first American citizen to become a saint. It is a historical biopic showcasing her selfless service to the Italian immigrant population in the United States. Mother Cabrini's unwavering dedication to the dignity and respect of those in need reminds us to always look out for the ones still seeking a place at the table. Today, Fr. Mike shares his honest review of the film, "Cabrini." The movie is in theaters this weekend. He encourages you to allow the story of this remarkable saint to touch your heart and inspire you to make a difference in the world. ❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id273537688#cabrini #angelstudios 6151059703
Struggling with Porn? 3 Things God Wants to Tell You Ascension Presents 2024-03-04 | On life's journey, it can feel like you're left on the roadside, beaten up, broken, and discarded. Especially when we consider a struggle with pornography from a young age, there can be a great deal of shame, guilt, and despair.Your struggle does not define YOU. Today, Fr. Mark-Mary unpacks the parable of the Good Samaritan and how Jesus as the Good Samaritan sees you and is moved with compassion for you in your struggle against impurity, lust, and pornography addiction.+ More Resources to Help You Quit Pornography +How to Quit Porn: (bit.ly/3kr0b5c)Is Porn Cheating? (bit.ly/3muo1yy)Three Practical Tips to Quit Porn: (bit.ly/2FLtDnr)❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: youtube.com/c/ascensionpresents6151118513
Whats Inside a Humble Heart? Ascension Presents 2024-02-28 | "But the Lord said to Samuel, 'Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for the Lord sees not as man sees; man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.'” - 1 Samuel 16:7What does God see when he looks into our hearts? Does he see a humble, contrite and broken heart, that he will not spurn? Today Fr. Mike Schmitz shares a word of encouragement from the book of 1 Samuel for how to shape our hearts so that the Lord can be present to them and abide in them. ❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376886000348847
When You LOVE Control But God Wants Surrender 🤲 Ascension Presents 2024-02-26 | Do you struggle with control? Do you find it difficult to let go? Are you clinging to what feels permanent? Today, Fr. Mark-Mary delves further into his series on Lenten desert spirituality and the necessity of surrendering to God's will. He explains how embracing the virtues of faith, hope, and charity helps us to relinquish control. ❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍 — MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt 🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb — SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents6047853004
The Bondage of Self-Reliance (and how to Break Free) (feat. Sr. Mary Grace, SV) Ascension Presents 2024-02-22 | Are you feeling poor and overwhelmed? Do you find yourself feeling empty and lacking at times? This poverty can be the next place of your encounter with the living God. Today, Sister Mary Grace explains how your our weaknesses and shortcomings can be the very places where we experience God's power and love. Embrace your dependence on God and allow Him to be with you in those difficult moments. Embrace your reliance on Him and acknowledge that you don't have to do this alone.Interested in learning more about the Sisters of Life? Read and see all about their mission, their way of life, and their charism at sistersoflife.org/.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents5609557983
Comparison: The Great Distraction Ascension Presents 2024-02-21 | St. Francis De Sales, often referred to as the "Saint-maker," liked to say, "Be who you are, and be that well." Each of us is called to pursue a life of holiness, a journey that unfolds uniquely for every individual. But comparing ourselves to others and judging ourselves harshly can be tempting.Fr. Mike Schmitz delves into the harmful effects of comparison and invites us instead to focus on embracing our true identity and "paint our own sunrise."❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376886000345341
Can I Be Busy AND Pray? (feat. Nell OLeary) Ascension Presents 2024-02-20 | You know that you should pray. You have every intention to stop and spend time with the Lord, but before you know it, the day is over. Is it truly possible to balance a busy life with prayer? Today Nell O'Leary, wife and mother, shares some practical insights from her own life on how to make space for prayer in a hectic schedule. You don't need a course, a book, or a program–you just need the simple habit of placing and keeping your heart before God all day, continually and constantly.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension App: link.ascension-app.com/lMuyddWAqHb 🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents5609193874
A Daily Prayer to Guide You Through Lent Ascension Presents 2024-02-19 | Are you looking to embark on a deeper spiritual journey this Lent in your daily prayer life?Inspired by desert spirituality, Fr. Mark-Mary introduces a fresh approach to prayer for this Lenten season. This method invites you to delve into your emotions, motivations, and deepest fears through three straightforward prompts.Prayer Prompts from the Desert Fathers: 💜 How Do I Feel? 💜 Why Do I Feel This Way?💜 What's At Stake?❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍 — MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresentsID: 6047751018
Why Catholics Dont Eat Meat on Fridays #shorts #lent Ascension Presents 2024-02-16 | Join us as we uncover the truth behind why we traditionally avoid meat on Fridays! Discover the deeper significance of Jesus' death and resurrection, and how it shapes our observances. Don't forget to hit subscribe for more fascinating insights like this!
The Sisters of Life Answer MORE of the Internets Top Questions About Nuns Ascension Presents 2024-02-15 | The internet had even more questions about nuns and religious sisters than we were able to cover last time (youtu.be/3cnsBDtcsOg)—so Sr. Mary Grace and Sr. Marie Veritas of the Sisters of Life are back again to give you more answers!0:00 You had more questions!0:19 Where do sisters live?1:25 Why can’t sisters see their families?3:22 How much do sisters sleep?3:39 What do sisters do all day?5:31 What do you do for fun?6:02 How do you become a sister?7:39 How can parents support their daughter who wants to be a sister?8:28 What would you say to a woman who is considering religious life?Interested in learning more about the Sisters of Life? Read and see all about their mission, their way of life, and their charism at sistersoflife.org/.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents
The Symptoms of Vanity (and the Surprising Cure) Ascension Presents 2024-02-14 | "Vanity of vanities! All is vanity!" Okay maybe not everything, but probably more than you thought.Vanity isn't just looking the mirror too much (although it could be). Vanity isn't just too much plastic surgery (although it could be). Vanity is "the inordinate preoccupation with what other people think."Fr. Mike suggests we look at our lives a little more closely with this new definition—and to look at Jesus for the solution.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376886000344269
A Better Way to Choose Something for Lent Ascension Presents 2024-02-12 | Do your Lenten practices feel arbitrary? Do your penances seem ineffective? If you're feeling this way, you might be wondering, "what do you want from me this Lent, God?"You might hear the answer as you receive cruciform ashes on your forehead this Ash Wednesday: "Repent, and believe in the Gospel."Fr. Mark-Mary wants you to transform your Lent with one simple idea: repentance. There is a better way to do this, and it's not complicated. We hope you have a blessed Lent this year!❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents
How to Bring Order to Your Life Ascension Presents 2024-02-07 | When you clean and organize a room, you have to ask one very important question first: what is this room for? Once you can answer that, everything begins falling into place.In order to direct and order your own life, you must ask that same question. What is your life for? What is the primary purpose of the one life you've been given?Fr. Mike proposes that, when you can answer that question, everything in your life will begin falling into place for you. And he might even take a crack at answering that question for you.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376885834508192
3 Keys to Planning Your Week (the Liturgical Way) Ascension Presents 2024-02-06 | Does every day feel sort of like the next? Does every day have the same special moments until... none of them are special? Do you feel like there's a better way?There is a better way. The world wants to flatten out your week until it's just "blah"—and "we were made for so much more than 'blah.'"Today, Fr. Mark-Mary has a tried-and-true plan (it's worked for the friars for a long time!) to add rich meaning to every single day and bring a rhythm to your week that draws your heart and mind up to God.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents6000649927
If You Cant See the Good in Yourself Right Now (feat. Sr. Mary Grace, SV) Ascension Presents 2024-02-01 | Do you feel like your goodness comes from what you do? Does how you act make you good or bad? Is goodness something you have to earn? Is it something you can prove?"No," says Sr. Mary Grace of the Sisters of Life. It's who you are. Your goodness is a gift, and receiving that gift and pouring it out for others is why you were created.Interested in learning more about the Sisters of Life? Read and see all about their mission, their way of life, and their charism at sistersoflife.org/.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents5609554470
Adam and Eve Ruined Everything for Us. How Is That Fair? Ascension Presents 2024-01-31 | We were all born sick.The sickness is Sin. It's not a tendency to sin that we brought upon ourselves... it's something we "caught" from our parents, that was passed down to us by our forefathers. This is Original Sin....but wait, how is that even fair?! Today, Fr. Mike reminds you that you are good and you were made good. But we are born with a wound that only our creator can heal.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376885834511925
3 Prayers Catholics Need to Memorize (but Dont) Ascension Presents 2024-01-29 | Fr. Mark-Mary has 3 prayers that he has found are vital to memorize. (Spoiler: we're not talking about the Hail Mary or the Our Father here.)Why memorize these prayers? What's wrong with having it on your phone, or seeking out printed prayers in church? Basic prayer memorization is a beautiful part of Catholic formation, and having these prayers written on your heart truly change you.00:00 3 Prayers to Memorize00:17 The Act of Contrition03:41 Psalm 5104:20 The Magnificat of Mary❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents5904310362
The First and Last Thing You Should Do Everyday to Grow Closer to Jesus (feat. Sr. Mary Grace, SV) Ascension Presents 2024-01-26 | The first part of the day—when you wake up—and the last part your day—when you go to bed—are undoubtedly the most difficult parts of your day. Worries and anxieties peak. Temptations are heightened. We're completely aware of our physical needs for food, drink, and sleep.What if you could not only find more peace during those times, but even completely transform those times into fruitful times with Jesus?Today, Sr. Mary Grace of the Sisters of Life gives us 3 tips for these difficult times of the day that could make them the most important times of your day.Interested in learning more about the Sisters of Life? Read and see all about their mission, their way of life, and their charism at sistersoflife.org/.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents
What If Life Doesnt Get Easier? Ascension Presents 2024-01-24 | Don't let anyone trick you into thinking life isn't hard. Experience tells us all that life is truly difficult at times. But even still... haven't you ever just wished it was easier?Today, Fr. Mike proposes an alternative to just wishing things were easier. When life gets difficult, there is only one way forward (hint: it's not just grinning and bearing it).❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376885834514149
Can I Name My Guardian Angel? (Fr. Mike) #shorts Ascension Presents 2024-01-24 | Are angels real? Why did God make them? What do guardian angels do? Do I have one? Does it have a name? Can I name it?...All these questions and more answered today by Fr. Mike Schmitz.
Discern Your Vocation with One Simple Hack Ascension Presents 2024-01-22 | What's my vocation? What state of life is God calling me to? Am I supposed to get married, or become a priest or religious sister?These are, of course, legitimate questions, but Fr. Mark-Mary thinks you're probably jumping the gun... unless you've answered THIS question first.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents5831578581
The Sisters of Life Answer the Internets Top Questions About Nuns Ascension Presents 2024-01-18 | When do religious sisters retire? Are they all Catholic? How do they get their names? What's the difference between nuns and sisters? (...Is there a difference?)These are the most-asked questions about nuns and religious sisters—according to the internet—and Sr. Mary Grace and Sr. Marie Veritas of the Sisters of Life are here to answer them for you:00:00 Meet Sr. Mary Grace and Sr. Marie Veritas00:30 Do nuns or sisters have cellphones?00:53 Do sisters still exist?01:09 Why are sisters only female?01:58 How do sisters get their names?02:43 Can sisters drive?03:02 Why are nuns called sisters?03:55 What do sisters eat? What is your favorite food?04:38 How do sisters make money?05:31 Do sisters marry Jesus?07:00 When do sisters retire?08:07 Are sisters only Catholic?08:22 Why do sisters wear habits?09:33 Do you have more questions?Interested in learning more about the Sisters of Life? Read and see all about their mission, their way of life, and their charism at sistersoflife.org/.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @AscensionPresents
It’s Time to Get Real With God. Really Real. Ascension Presents 2024-01-15 | There's a kind of prayer a lot of us usually avoid, and it's the one that we need so badly. "Lord, I'm hurting right here—please heal me here."Today, Fr. Mark-Mary shows us how vital this awareness of our wounds is, and how much good God can do in our lives when we give him access to those places.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents5831565679
Have You Forgotten What God Has Done For You? Ascension Presents 2024-01-11 | God commands his beloved people all throughout scripture: "Remember." And this command continues to resound for us today.Remember the good that God has done for you. Remember the times he has delivered you. Remember when you thought you had nothing left but he gave you strength.Today, Fr. Mike beseeches us to remember in the darkness what God has revealed in the light, and to never forget what he's done for us.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376885648249711
The Real Reason You Keep Messing Up Ascension Presents 2024-01-08 | Do you know what the problem is that keeps you making the same sins over and over again?Are you sure?Today, Fr. Mark-Mary challenges you to look deeper at the roots of your mistakes, determine the causes, and make a change.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents5689719335
The Raw Reality of Your Favorite Bible Heroes Ascension Presents 2024-01-03 | Some of your favorite Bible characters were... terrible sometimes.Abraham lied and said Sarah wasn't his wife. Jacob tricked his father into giving him the birthright instead of his brother. And there are plenty of stories that aren't even appropriate enough to make it into a YouTube description.But what is the Bible? A collection of inspiring fables? Or the real story of humanity and God?For Fr. Mike, this is good news (and it should be for you too). Our favorite saints were just like us. And we can yes to God in all of our brokenness just like they did.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376885648247301
The Word of the Year You Need in 2024 Ascension Presents 2024-01-01 | If you don't already have a "word of the year" for 2024 (or if you're open to a second one), Fr. Mark-Mary has one for you:Confidence.Here is why he's pretty sure that this is a good word for Catholics this year.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents5689568638
“God, What’s Your Plan for My Life?” Ascension Presents 2023-12-27 | The angel Gabriel came to Mary and told her all about how she'd conceive and bear God's son Jesus, and even when she asked how this could be, he elaborated. Wouldn't that be nice? Wouldn't it be nice to have an angel show up and tell us what God's plan for our life is?But... that's not how it went. The angel actually told her very little. And after Mary's "fiat" ("Let it be done unto me according to thy word"), what happens? "The angel departed." That's it.See, God probably won't tell you what his plan is for your life. Not all at once. And Fr. Mike is here today to tell you why it's actually better that way, and how we can follow Mary's example of trust.❓ Have ideas for future videos ❓ Topics you want to hear about ❓ Questions you want answered ❓ Make sure to put #AskAscension in your comment 👍— MORE FROM ASCENSION —🔸Ascension’s main website: tinyurl.com/y29dkmow🔸Ascension Media: tinyurl.com/yxkhqq3u🔸The Great Adventure Bible: tinyurl.com/y6lfxzyt🔸 Catechism of the Catholic Church, Ascension Edition: tinyurl.com/25nskztb— SOCIAL MEDIA —🔸Facebook: facebook.com/AscensionPress🔸Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress🔸LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascension-press🔸Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ascensionpress🔸Subscribe: @ascensionpresents— BULLDOG CATHOLIC —🔸YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXzB400_Skw95z2TmAsSkIg🔸iTunes: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/umd-newman-catholic-campus-ministry/id2735376885648249212
