Where Do I Start with the Bible?

Fr. Mike Schmitz shares the words of Jesus that have changed his life: “Could you not watch with me one hour?” These words have deeply shaped Fr. Mike’s life as well as the life of Blessed Fulton Sheen, who made a daily holy hour. Whether it’s a full hour or just five quiet minut ...  Show more

In our fast-paced, modern world, it can be difficult to slow down, make time to read, and truly commit to learning. If you’re looking for a good book to dive into though, Fr. Mike Schmitz shares some of his top book recommendations and explains why these books are worth taking th ...  Show more

Are you getting ready to read the Bible in a year? Fr. Mike shares why it's worth following the Bible in a Year journey and how to prepare for this life-changing adventure. He explains how the reading plan works, how to build a listening habit, and how to persevere along the year ...  Show more

Has the idea of studying the Bible ever felt intimidating? Whether it seems like more of a commitment than you can handle, reading has been a challenge or you just don't know how long you can actually stare at the book of Leviticus (lol we don't recommend beginning there, but ...

Fr. Mike Schmitz is joined by renowned Catholic Bible scholar Jeff Cavins, to talk about The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, their personal experiences with the Bible, and what it means to live life through the lens of Scripture. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpre ...  Show more

As we get ready for the Bible in a Year journey, Fr. Mike shares five tips for reading the Bible that will help us to hear God's voice in scripture. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be ...  Show more