Long story short I found and started The Bible in a year on what we call “Black Friday” in the commercial world. I started my second round August 10th. This is so well done to help understand and with such compassion. Highly recommend for anyone who does not believe, has questions or even those who know the Book. Fr Mike and Jeff - I thank you.

Sorry I said you were reading to fast I accidentally had it on 1.25X

WOW ! I never heard SHAME put in this context . So worthwhile ! Boundaries are so important . We can protect ourselves when we feel we are worthy of Gods love and forgiveness . This is very healing .

The Bible in a year podcast with Father Mike Schmitz is life changing for me. When I read the Bible I have so many questions, Father Mike answers those questions and explains the Bible in such a profound way. This is my third year journey through the Bible with Father Mike. It has become my everyday routine, and I learn something new everyday. The lessons are always so relevant to my life and the world around us. I encourage everyone to listen and share this tool. It will enrich your lives. Thank you Father Mike for bringing me closer to Christ! 🙏

I thank Father Mike and Ascension by helping me get into a rythm in establishing a relationship with Jesus overtime and to come. I also really love his wisdom he gives at the end it helps me understand and gives me better outlooks on the bible. I’m praying for you, I hope you’re praying for me ❤️.

This is amazing and love to listen to everyday, strongly recommended if you want to better understand the Word of God, Fr Mike has your back.

Father Mike Schmitz is the best! His voice reading the word of God always gives my day a boost.

This is well worth the listen. Father Mike brings the Bible to life. Collaboration with Jeff Cavems to discuss the milestone along the way and the description of how years of Rudy helped rot develop the road map for reading the Bible in a chronological order helping you to more fully understand and follow the events of the Old and New Testament. Father mikes passion and loving care brings it to life. His explanation of the days readings enriches the experience and helps you to understand Gods word Fabulous. Outstanding. I’m going to listen to 2023 and 2025 now. I have the companion materials now which help me follow along on the journey and read along with each days scheduled reading

This podcast starts my day every morning, and I really enjoy Father Mike's explanation after the reading. 5 stars!!

I’m using this for my school and I think it’s really cool and really gives me insight into many different things in scripture awesome job guys!

Being guided by Father Mike through the Bible in a year has transformed my life. I have learned so much and God has spoken through this podcast to me repeatedly! Worth sticking it out through the end!

Thank you! Pastor Mikes enthusiasm and explanation make getting through the Bible easy. I was hesitant to start this since I’m not a Catholic. I think if you’re catholic or not, it’s still wonderful way to get in the Bible daily. Thank you Paster Mike! I pray for you!

I’ve never been so committed to any program that I’ve started, as I am to the Bible In A Year! Not only has Fr Mike provided enrichment for my understanding of the historical basis of the readings, he also encourages us to go deeper in prayer and spiritual growth. I have already planned on repeating the series after my year is up! Thank you to all who have contributed to this program!

I would never think of reading the Bible by myself chapter by chapter because it’s to overwhelming. Fr Mike makes it come alive with his sense of humor and explains things which makes me want to keep pressing play day by day. Thank you for this beautiful gift of sharing the Bible daily.

We are inundated with false prophets now who do not speak the word of God but their own thoughts 😔 Thank you Fr Mike for leading us in the truth 🙏🙏

Great way to listen to the Bible. The explanation of the daily readings helps with understanding what it’s about. Only warning is Father Mike has a very relaxing voice. Avoid listening if you are tired but want to actually lay attention.

The show is quite beautifully done. It is nice and simple and easy to understand. What a blessing!

There is a before and after this podcast in my life. My faith, understanding and dedication to God has increased exponentially. Thank you Father Mike!

Father Mike does the most amazing job reading and explaining the Bible. He is full of so much wisdom and guidance for all Christians. The humility with which he teaches the Bible is unmatched. I have been a catholic my whole life and never before have I been so on fire for God’s word. This is my second year listening to Father Mike and I gain some new knowledge each time through it. Listen. Whether catholic or not, I promise you will not be able to get enough and will leave wanting to share this podcast with everyone!

So thankful for Father Mike and his reading and study. Always enjoyable and enlightening

I love this podcast. Father Mike is wonderful. He has changed my life and so many others. God bless him and all his followers.

I am so happy to have found father Mike and the Bible in a year podcast. I learn something new every day and I feel energized hearing God’s word, along with a great recap of the important takeaways. This is such a great community of people, we are truly blessed to gather in the word of the Lord. Update: 2025, I am listening for the fifth year in a row. Still learning something new every day and so happy that I can now speak with love and confidence when people ask about the Lord. It is truly a gift to have depth of understanding. Thank you (again) Father Mike.

I grew up russian Pentecostal and now attend a reformed baptist church just because there are no Pentecostal churches in the area. Listening the bible in a year from a catholic priest i was intrigued to hear his perspective and frankly we are no different you and I. This podcast also cleared up some misunderstandings about the catholic faith. We both love God, learn from scripture. And wait for Christ to return and are saved only through Christ, not mary or another saint and this priest does a good job explaining the saints role in the church. . This podcast is a blessing ti listen to going to work with daily episodes uploaded before I get to the hospital. Blessing to you and your team pastor Mike.

I am truly thankful for your podcast. Every morning during my drive, I listen to it and feel an incredible sense of peace. I’ve been a Christian all my life, but this is the first time I’ve committed to listening to the entire Bible. It has been a true blessing. I’ve come to see more clearly that it is an incredible text, one that inspires, teaches, heals, and is indeed the Word of God.

Thank you so much Father Mike. I’m so blessed to listen to the Bible in a year. God bless. Have a beautiful day.

My husband and I listen to one episode each evening- it is adding a new dimension to our faith and love. This podcast is not only education al it is inspirational and thought provoking. We love you father Mike , and pray for you every night. THANK YOU.

Father Mike is one of the reasons we found our way back to our faith. We had not attended mass or prayed for over 7 yrs. Listening Fr. Mikes podcasts made us want to be closer to god. Thank you for helping us find our way back 🩷

The Bible in a Year podcast is amazing, and has really changed my life. As a scientist, I am what you would call a questioning Catholic. Father Mike’s explanations and commentary have really been profound. I did not realize how so much of our pop culture is grounded in the Bible. For example, I was amazed to learn that one of the lines in Bon Dylan’s song Forever Young came from Numbers 6. Also, as a leader, I have been surprised to find all the Bible leadership lessons still applicable today. So I was dismayed to learn yesterday that the podcast for day 179 is the same as day 178. There is no day 179. This has happened last week as well. Would you be able to publish day 179?

I appreciate the opportunity to explore the Bible with Father Mike and have stuck with it every day through today. My one critique is that lately there have been errors on the episodes—they don’t match the reading plans and are repeats of previous days. For instance, Day 174 and 178 are repeats of 173 and 177. Please make the corrections so we can stay on track!

3rd time through, it has changed my life and I love my daily dose of Gods word.

Boy oh boy, what a gift!

I am not Catholic but have enjoyed, learned and look forward to listening to Mike Schmitz.

This podcast changed my life in ways that I cannot describe. Thank you.

I’m Praying for You, Please Pray for Me!

Thank you for your sincerity and wonderful explanations of each passage you read! You are truly doing God’s work!

You have taught me so much I am very grateful God Bless you

Thank you for helping me create a new daily habit learning & living by His the Word. Thank you for your daily prayers & explanations of the readings. Praying for you and all of us on this journey listening.

Reading the Bible cover to cover is achievable in a year with Fr. Mike…..unbelievable. Why did I wait so many years for this infusion of understanding and inspiration? Thank you Fr. Mike.

Fr Mike, you have done a superb job with the podcast. You make the bible easy to understand and to relate to. Thank you

Even though this is the third time through, I take away something new each day. Thank you Father Mike!

Always warm and loving in his reading and review of the word for the day. Wisdom and warmth everyday.

Through this series, my faith is becoming deeper and more consistent. I feel like I am being personally guided by father Mike, as I learned more about the Bible. And Jesus Christ.

2nd time through. The way Father Mike helps us relate to and explains the Bible is nothing short of miraculous. I’m a teacher and recommend this my students all the time.

Thank you Mike Schmitz for spreading Christianity.

This is amazing, thank you!

Fr. Mike, thanks for sharing your love of our Lord and inspiring insight into the Bible. It took me almost four years to complete, but I did it! My goal for the next round is to make it through in under two! God bless you. I'm praying for you, please pray for me!

This is my third time through and I’m still learning something new everyday. Fantastic content and commentary. I recommend this podcast every chance I get!

Fr. Mike you do a great job I appreciate this very much, one question I have is why do you skip around it is a little hard for me to follow.

This is such an important part of my day! What a wonderful way to spend a little time in the Bible. And Fr. Mike’s commentary is inspiring. I love this podcast! Thank you for offering it!

I’m not Catholic, but finding this podcast has meant so much to me. Thank you Father Mike. Listening every day has helped strengthen my relationship with God.