The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Today: #21 in Religion & Spirituality on our combined chart.
Today: #52 in Religion & Spirituality, United Kingdom on our combined chart.
Today: #12 in Religion & Spirituality, Canada on our combined chart.
Today: #66 in Religion & Spirituality, Australia on our combined chart.
Today: #48 in Religion & Spirituality, Mexico on our combined chart.
Today: #28 in Religion & Spirituality, New Zealand on our combined chart.
Today: #24 in Religion & Spirituality, Ireland on our combined chart.
Today: #188 in Religion & Spirituality, India on our combined chart.
Today: #72 in Religion & Spirituality, Japan on our combined chart.
Today: #91 in Religion & Spirituality, Philippines on our combined chart.
Today: #66 in Religion & Spirituality, South Africa on our combined chart.
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Ranking history · Mexico
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Position on the Religion & Spirituality, Mexico combined chart over the last 7 days. Toggle platforms to compare their positions. Lower rank numbers are better.
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| Date | Combined Rank | Apple Podcasts | Castbox |
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| Oct 21 | #48 | #31 | #27 |
| Oct 20 | #152 | #121 | — |
| Oct 19 | #189 | #165 | — |
| Oct 18 | #191 | #164 | — |
| Oct 17 | — | #177 | — |
Latest episodes
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Day 294: Homicide (2026)
October 21, 2026 · 12 minContinuing our examination of the fifth commandment, we look at various ways in which one may sin against this commandment as it relates to homicide. The Catechism addresses three categories of homicide: direct and intentional killing…
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Day 293: Legitimate Defense (2026)
October 20, 2026 · 17 minIs there ever a time where legitimate defense is justifiable? The Catechism answers this question and how it relates to honoring the dignity of the human person as we dive deeper into the fifth commandment. We learn about defense of…
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Day 292: Respect for Human Life (2026)
October 19, 2026 · 15 minWe begin exploring the fifth commandment: “you shall not kill”. The Catechism reminds us that human life is sacred, and we must not take the life of another innocent human. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus takes this commandment even…
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Day 291: The Political Community and the Church (2026)
October 18, 2026 · 17 minWe take a look at what the Catechism teaches about the Church in relation to political communities. Every institution has their own vision of what it means to be human, which shapes their policies. Because the Church knows the truth, that…
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Day 290: The Duties of Citizens (2026)
October 17, 2026 · 21 minAs citizens of a nation, we have certain responsibilities in accordance with God’s Law. The Catechism provides parameters for contributing to society, welcoming the foreigner, refusing obedience, and resisting oppression. Fr. Mike helps us…
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Day 289: Family, Society, and the Kingdom (2026)
October 16, 2026 · 17 minWhile family is important, the Catechism states, “The first vocation of the Christian is to follow Jesus.” This means that parents should support Christ's call for their children. Fr. Mike explains that when we deny Jesus or his teachings…
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Day 288: The Duties of Parents (2026)
October 15, 2026 · 29 minBeing a parent is far more than just having kids. As the Catechism reminds us, the fruitfulness of married love extends to the moral and spiritual education of a couple’s children. Parents are the primary educators of their children…
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Day 287: The Gratitude of Children (2026)
October 14, 2026 · 21 minGratitude is the proper response of children toward their parents. Out of this gratitude comes respect. When we are children at home, this respect includes “true docility and obedience.” Fr. Mike emphasizes respect for parents doesn’t…
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Day 286: The Family and Society (2026)
October 13, 2026 · 18 minThe family is the foundational element of society. Fr. Mike explains how families initiate us into societal life and act as the foundation of freedom and community. Because of its indispensable importance, we learn that civil authorities…
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Day 285: The Nature of the Family (2026)
October 12, 2026 · 17 minIn learning the core and fundamental definition of the family, we read today that a family is formed by a “man and a woman united in marriage, together with their children.” The Christian family is a communion of faith, hope, and love and…
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Day 284: The Fourth Commandment (2026)
October 11, 2026 · 22 minThe fourth commandment addresses the most universal human relationship: our relationship with our parents. Why does God command us to honor our father and our mother? Fr. Mike explains why this commandment sets the foundation for all the…
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Day 283: The Day of Rest (2026)
October 10, 2026 · 23 minWe all tend to make an idol of work. The Catechism teaches us that Sunday is a day of grace and rest from work. Fr. Mike explains what holy leisure looks like, emphasizing the importance of spending time with family, serving the poor, and…

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