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Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

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Called to Rise from the Rubble w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Tracy Kijewski-Correa

October 9, 2026 · 50 min

When disaster strikes, where do we find hope—and how does God call us to respond?In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with civil engineer Tracy Kijewski-Correa, Director of the Pulte Institute for Global Development at the…
Called to Lift the Next Generation w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and JoAnn Chávez

July 31, 2026 · 55 min

What does it mean to reach the top of the corporate ladder—and then realize God has an even bigger mission for you? In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with JoAnn Chávez: former C-Suite executive, founder of the Michigan…
Called to Defend Religious Liberty (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Mark Rienzi)

June 16, 2026 · 52 min

In this episode of Called, Father Mike Schmitz sits down with Mark Rienzi, the President and CEO of the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty. Mark has led an extraordinary, unbroken string of landmark victories at the US Supreme…
Called to Be Hospitable (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and John Hale)

May 8, 2026 · 59 min

What does true hospitality look like? It’s more than hosting a dinner party or planning a great trip—it’s creating space for others to encounter love, joy, beauty, and ultimately, God. In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down…
Called to Walk with Families in Need w/ Kristy Schena and Fr. Mike Schmitz

April 29, 2026 · 47 min

What does it mean to answer God’s call—especially when it leads you somewhere unexpected? In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with Kristi Schena, founder of Kids On The Go, to share a powerful story of faith in action…

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Called to Use God’s Gifts of Innovation Faithfully w/ John F. Crowley & Fr. Mike Schmitz

April 3, 2026 · 58 min

What do you do when suffering hits your family—and there’s no cure? In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with John Crowley, a father whose life changed overnight when two of his children were diagnosed with a rare, fatal…
Called to Be Courageous w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Dr. Carolyn Woo

March 6, 2026 · 1 hr 13 min

What does it mean to trust God when the decision feels risky? In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with Dr. Carolyn Woo to talk about courage, discernment, and leaving security to follow God’s call. Carolyn shares how she…
Called to Rebuild w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Harry Lennix

February 20, 2026 · 1 hr 11 min

How can beauty rebuild a broken community? In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with acclaimed actor Harry Lennix to explore faith, storytelling, and the power of the arts to transform culture. From growing up Catholic…
Called to Love Through Action w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow

February 6, 2026 · 58 min

In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow, founder of Mary’s Meals, to talk about what it really looks like to live out the Gospel. From a small village in Scotland to feeding over 3 million…
Called to Form the Young w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Fr. Josh Johnson

January 23, 2026 · 54 min

What if evangelization started with showing up? In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with Fr. Josh Johnson to talk about reaching young people on the margins and building parishes that go beyond the pews. Fr. Josh shares…
Called to Care for the Vulnerable w/ Elizabeth Marcolini and Fr. Mike Schmitz

January 9, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz is joined by Catholic author and speaker Elizabeth Santorum Marcolini to share powerful stories of faith and radical trust in God. Elizabeth reflects on her sister Bella and her daughter…
Called to Accompany Mothers w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and the Sisters of Life

December 12, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min

In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with Sr. Gianna Maria and Sister Zelie Maria Louis of the Sisters of Life—a community of religious sisters whose mission is to protect and enhance the sacredness of every human life…

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About the show

Called (with Father Mike Schmitz) brings you powerful stories of ordinary people living extraordinary lives of service. Hosted by Father Mike Schmitz and brought to you by The Catholic Initiative in partnership with Ascension, each episode features conversations with individuals who have answered God’s call to serve others—from highly successful entrepreneurs to industry executives and community leaders. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for your own journey or looking for practical ways to live your faith, Called will challenge you to see service not as obligation, but as invitation.