Hey 3 days ago we met someone whose name was Mohamed and he told me that after Catholic young preachers talked to him about Jesus he felt the holy spirit the love of God in his life and he changed his name to Michael and I though of father Mike for a second. Praise God for this conversion 🙌🏼
How do you differentiate the feeling from calm as a result of meditation? or the feeling felt after hearing a beautiful song? Is it their calm, deep, authoritative voice? Can you try to replicate that setting with the exception of God, will you feel the same? or is it in the word itself God? when I said God is it the same intense feeling or did the setting at that time helped it? I wonder where that feeling is coming from. 🤔🙂
From what I know people can get into trance with just repititive chanting or beating of the drum without reference to a specific god but just a 'spiritual realm' Fascinating! 😃 Would you believe other religions too on the basis of that feeling? I'm morbidly curious. 🤔🙂
@@terminusadquem6981 Good questions. I am also curious and it is too bad you didn't get a response. It seems a lot of believers feel and hear things and then attribute it to god telling them something by default. I would like to know how they know that's what it is and where it's really coming from.
I’m a Protestant considering becoming a Catholic, don’t even know where to begin. Where do I start? Can I attend Catholic mass as a Protestant? Can I go to confession? I recently had a dream where Mary appeared and told me to pray the rosary and I am, and I’m already seeing massive peace in my heart. What next?
You can attend mass but u shouldn’t receive holy communion without finishing rcia but during rcia once they teach you about confession and you understand and accept the basis of the sacrament I think you can go/they give u a chance to go
Attend mass and RCIA at a local parish so you can learn about the faith and be able to discern with God on becoming Catholic. I’m so excited for you, it is such a blessing!
1. Yes attend mass 2. Attend RCIA at a local parish 3. Receive communion and go to confession only after you are a practicing Catholic who completed RCIA and got confirmed in the church. 4. Don’t feel left out about not receiving communion. Even as a confirmed catholic, there’s times where we can’t/don’t receive because we haven’t confessed our sins (especially our mortal sins) yet in confession. 5. I’m delighted to hear of the start of your conversion. Thanks be to God.
It really hit me when Father said it matters to other people if we go. One time, when I was camping, I went to Mass at a strange church. I looked around and wondered who would care if I hadn't gone and would anyone miss me if my seat were empty. They didn't know me. Suddenly, I had a revelation - not really a voice, but I knew it was from God - telling me, kind of showing me, how different it would be if I were not there. I realized my presence truly mattered. Very strange feeling, but profound and humbling.
I will continue to go to mass as I have done since childhood. I matter to the Lord and he matters to me. Therefore, I will honor, worship, praise and love Him every day, but especially on Sunday.
Ten Commandments and the 7 deadly sins. Also look up the examination of conscience and spend time writing down all your sins, even if it was from when you were a kid. It's helped me a lot and humbled me. There's so many things I was doing that were keeping me from being in grace. We are all sinner's. Always humble yourself and return too confession. It's a wonderful gift.
I had to stop attending mass and most other things in my life to protect my mother during the COVID pandemic. This week, as soon as I walked through the doors of the Church, my heart exploded with overwhelming love which brought me to tears of joy. The Lord was saying to me: "Welcome back my friend".
*"The Church need you to be at Mass."* - FR. MIKE SCHMITZ Thanks Father for neatly explaining how fair and indeed justified it is. You did pack in so much, in fact everything. *It is a 'deep dive'☆*
I've run the gamut on religious theory and doctrine, Atheism, to Agnosticism but I'm finally going back to Mass after 30 years away (I'm 35 soooo... Yeah) and hopefully can get enrolled in RCIA, as my parents didn't baptize me as a child. I work nights and Mass is at 11:30AM but I'm fully dedicated to stop filling this hole in my soul with needless Amazon purchases and excuses, and fill it with God's light and love.
5:50 "I want to love Him really, really well, really, really well." I think He wants to love you (and us all) really really really really well.😊 7:48 "We need you...you matter." Aww. God Bless.
This is a reminder to all catholics. I sometimes take the Sunday mass for granted especially when I'm late or stressed. attending Sunday mass is an obligation to worship our Creator, the King of all Kings! That no matter how difficult life is, we have to spare our Sundays to God!
As a disabled adult who struggles cuz I often look fine and also overestimate myself even though I should know better… I struggle with missing mass and then beating myself up for it too. I haven’t been able to go to mass in a couple months, and when is see the Sunday masses streamed and posted form Father Mike, I’d feel so embarrassed and guilt-ridden that I’d scroll away quickly. This past Sunday I watched Father Mike’s mass (tho I watched it around 6PM and I’m central time sooo… I could’ve been better with timing) I’m so glad I did! Last Sunday especially I needed to hear it. I cried from the beauty and timing. And I pray I’ll be able to find my way back to at least the online masses and eventually I want to get back to in-person at my extended family’s parish (that I hope to become part of and eventually attend daily mass too) I’ve been praying so much for help from God lately. I want to do better, I want to be better.
I truly sympathize. I’m in a similar situation. Talk to father when you’re in confession. My priest said neither God or folk want me at Mass on those days. It helped. I beat myself up too.
I am just getting better after about 7 years of a chronic illness. I had to stop going to Mass and began online Mass. I was considering asking for someone to bring me the Eucharist. Then the Pandemic hit. My life did not change one iota. It was hard for me to believe that everyone was home like me. But there you have it. Still have not returned because we only have Masses that you must sign up for ahead of time, and the group is now mixed with vaccinated and unvaccinated. Because I am not completely well, I do not feel I should be among the unvaccinated in large groups at this point. I don’t think you have anything to feel guilty about. Father is talking about the able bodied not attending.
@@pjsmith4369 If you would like to be physically present at Mass but are concerned about crowding, try attending a weekday Mass where there are fewer people and they are more spread out. Also, you are in church for a shorter time. I don’t mean that this would ‘substitute’ for your Sunday obligation, since if you are unable to go on Sunday your aren’t obliged to do so. Just that if you want to get back to attending Mass this might be a way. Whether you are vaccinated or not, do what you can to protect yourself such as masking, distancing, supplements, anti-viral meds, etc. You need to take care of your health. But come to Mass if you can find a way to do so safely. Fr Mark Goring’s daily Masses at 9:00am at St Mary’s church in Ottawa, Canada were my mainstay when our churches were closed and they are still broadcast live on UA-cam.
Thank you Fr Mike 🌟 Every Holy Mass, heard with devotion, we receive in our souls marvelous effects, abundant spiritual graces. When we receive the holy communion at mass we experience great joy & strength. It's the constant reminder of God's love for us. When the Mass is being celebrated, the sanctuary is filled with countless angels, who adore Jesus Christ.🌻 The angels surround and help the priest when he is celebrating Mass.
I work as a missionary youth minister, and we had planned to do a lesson on the Mass last night. Lo and behold, this video came out. The way Father explains the importance of the Mass and the reason for the Sunday obligation is so clear and loving, I couldn't think of a better way to explain it to my teens. I ended up using this video during part of the night, and many of them really liked it. One of them told one of my volunteers, "I never realized the Mass wasn't meant mainly for us." It was such a fruitful night. What providence!
I have a question. 🙋 Those people gone, passed away without hearing Jesus, what happens to them? will they be judged in a standard different from ours? and why can't we be judged the same? 🙂
@@terminusadquem6981 We believe that God is a God of justice and of mercy. If a child does something wrong without knowing it's wrong, how will the father judge compared to a child who does something wrong knowing full well that it's wrong? Justice would say that the second child, though committing the same offence, has the greater guilt and should be held to a stronger standard, right? Because they committed the offence even after having been taught
I needed to hear this. This Sunday I planned to go to 6pm mass because I worked during the morning masses. But, time got away from me. I still had time to get there when I noticed, and I decided to pretend to forget. I need to confess.
Please do confess and for future reference just remember that is it a matter of sin and disobeying God. There is no such thing as pretending in front of God that you had forgotten. He knows
Same thing with me many times when I plan go to the latest one, we can get caught up in other duties and not want to stop whatever it is we’re doing. The earlier the better it seems, whenever possible.
Well said Father! I think it's important to add that if someone rarely or never attends Mass, it's incredibly easy for them to forget about the faith. Going to Mass each Sunday serves as a constant reminder to keep God in our lives. So if you skip Mass one week, that could lead you to skipping multiple weeks, months, or even years. Then eventually you may not even give God a second thought. This is incredibly dangerous. So please, never miss Mass unless it is for a reason beyond your control (like illness or a broken down car).
This is something I have trouble with. I have had problems with social anxiety, to one degree or another, my entire life. Going to Mass every Sunday, let alone on time every Sunday can be difficult. In the past I have forced myself to go despite my feeling anxious. I can understand the real grace I recieve, and the Glory I can give to God but I feel like it results in the opposite of what God really wants for me or for anyone because of the added anxiety which can remain with me for some time afterward. I think ultimately it comes down to not wanting to develop an association with my anxiety and my worship.
Consider this an invitation to receive counseling, from either a spiritual counselor or a therapist, if you’re not already. Anxiety is quite insidious in making one think they are alone in everything, and having someone help walk that journey with you can be life changing. Praying that things will be better for you someday, best of luck.
Rob, because of Father Mike, I went to Catholic Mass for the first time in almost 20 years. I'm a returning Catholic. That first mass, going by myself, I had a lot of anxiety as the "new guy," and wasn't sure if I could remember everything. I was nervous around large groups of people, especially ones I did not know. The Catholic Church I went to was almost 50 years old, well established, and one where everyone knows everybody. Having been raised Catholic, I still remembered a lot and got through Mass (didn't do Communion as I needed confession first). In the end, I felt at home. I felt warmth, relief, and thankfulness that I returned. I felt this is where I need to be every Sunday. Everyone was very kind and welcoming. I overcame the anxiety, and knowing I was sacrificing time for God, helped me overcome it much easier. It took a couple more Sundays for the anxiety to be at a low, more manageable level for me. It's not easy but it can be done. Every Sunday is an invitation. I guess my punchline would be: "If Jesus Christ invited me to Mass, would it matter if there was 1 person or 1 thousand?" Thank you for sharing your post. Anxieties are high among many these days. I hope my words, and others' here helps. Many blessings Rob, take care.
I’m no expert, but I’ve been told that for a sin to be mortal, it must be done with full knowledge and deliberate consent. If something prevents you from going to Mass, such as anxiety, then that can mean that you don’t fully consent to missing Mass. Not to say that you should just skip Mass or skip things because of your anxiety; no, the hope is that you can find help/counseling/spiritual guidance to overcome your anxiety! But in the meantime, know that God is merciful and He will help you through this. Praying for you 🙏
It's always a pleasure to listen to your advice Fr. Mike, I always learn something new or a better way to explains things to my family. I also listen to you with Bible in a year, and I am so grateful to you because so much makes sense to me now. Please, never stop, you are filled with God's grace, may He bless you always! 👍🏼🙏🏼✝️🙋🏻♀️🥰
What a beautiful message, Sunday is obligation because we show our love and worship and daily mass is pure love and joy and an investment in eternal life.
was expecting a mini dive, but this turned out to be a DEEP dive! thank you for this, Fr. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
sunday mass is an invitation as a community to worship god, I go because I love jesus and i want to receive him and strengthen my relationship with my wonderful, loving creator, without god I am NOTHING,and I owe god everything
I went to college in Wisconsin. It was -30 in the winter. Jesus never experienced such weather. I needed the authority of his church to tell me what to do
As a Catholic school teacher, please let me say we LOVE and watch Fr. Mike's videos a LOT. The number of subscribers/views on this channel is a gross underestimate of his reach! Every high school teacher/subscriber who plays his videos in class may reach 150 or more students every semester who may not subscribe. Thank you Jesus for Fr. Mike, and God please bless his ministry and outreach to students of all ages. Even if we don't all subscribe (Fr. Mike forgive us.) Amen.
Hi Father, my Goodness: are you ever good at explaining this : you really get to the point! Yes , we do owe it to God , because look at what he did for us , yes we owe To him Thank you
I’m 70 years old male and if I missed mass 100 times in my life it’s a lot . Those Sunday’s that I missed mass I feel an emptiness , like I missed something for the whole week . At mass I feel a peaceful.
To tell the truth, I come from a Catholic background and I remember, as a youth, that the Mass was incredibly boring. It was unbearable. Left the Roman Church and became a Christian. Came to believe in the Lord Jesus as my Lord and Savior for the first time in my life at 22. Am now 68. Am so blessed. Have never regretted my decision.
Thank you Father I was that idiot, left the one and only Church in searching the LORD IN A gutter... what I fool I was... i knew now what a completely fool I was.. now I love GOD more, things are more clearly now, i worship him completely at Mass, remembered went to the daily Mass, just before the lockdown in 2020, I cried and cried and cried at Mass when the priest announced that the church will close down for lockdown.... I cried and cried and cried during the MASS... I didn't know what happened to me I dIdn't want to part from the BLESSED LORD, I knew I am going to miss him... I just couldn't stop crying... at the end of the MASS, I hid my face. I always looking forward to be with him at MASS...
Yes, I owe God everything. As He said, “without Me you can do nothing.” . It’s one special hour for me to love Him, thank Him, remember Him. Now that I’m old, it’s harder and I live alone. Some days when I feel weak I’m afraid to go because I have to get back home and I might feel worse. (I also think I’m self indulged thus lazy). So sometimes I’m don’t go and it eats me up. I wish I knew if I’m deceiving myself to get out of some masses. I always love being there but fear for physical reasons keep me home some times. Any thoughts? I just don’t know. Am I being prudent or frightened?
Is there anyone who goes to your church that could bring you? Please ask the office. My aunt who didn't drive was brought to church for many years by a sweet couple. They counted as a blessing to them. But if not, if you feel unsafe going on your own, you are not obligated to go. Give God worship and praise on Sunday where you are when you cannot attend in person.
Try to fight the fear, that feeling is coming from the enemy, the enemy is a liar and right now he has you where he wants you...caged up at home so you can't recieve Our Lord's mercy and graces!! Tell Satan to get behind you and ask God and blessed Mary for an increase of faith and understanding and especially courage to resist the devil's tactics!! How dare him rob you of your joy! Take baby steps and keep yourself surrounded by good books and find a Bible group in the church. God Bless you, I pray God wraps His arms around you!
Thank you. It's an excellent reminder to all of us that Sunday mass is not about us and how we feel, it's about our heavenly Father! I've come to a point in my spiritual life and my life in general where I really like going to mass. I GET to be closer to our Lord and although mass isn't about what I want or feel, I still enjoy attending and can feel His love for us.
Awesome.... such great explanation Fr. Mike. May the Holy Spirit keep bestowing such wonderful gifts on you and all the priests and religious. thank you very much.
Father, thank you. This is such a beautiful explanation of the truth. I was able to share this with a teenager asking this question and it was a gift. God bless you.
Righteous I'll be at mass on Sunday at 09:00 am at St. Augustine Cathedral. Just in case you wanted to know. I wasn't sure what day matter most but you busted the myth for me excellent.
I had to miss mass two weekends in a row recently due to being around people with viruses. Didn't want to spread it, so I watched the virtual mass on this channel. It still does make me think about mortal sin though.
When in doubt, confess yourself! Every time I miss mass I feel so guilty about it even if I had a legitimate reason for not making it. I rather go confess than to continue feeling the guilt
I have to preface with, I know I cant speak for God, but I truly believe that God knows our circumstances, and understands that missing Mass during sickness is not the same as missing Mass because you "just don't feel like it today" which is truly sinful. I've also heard a priest say that if for some reason you have to work on Sundays, you can make up for it during Saturday evening Mass. Also, people who are disabled, elderly, or very ill, can still get the Eucharist through a church ministry that distributes it. Hoping these tips will help.
@@NICKWAPPERER117 Saying you confessed just in case is actually really worrying. Obviously if you were in a situation like the comment above than it’s clearly not a mortal sin.
I had just graduated college. Throughout my youth and college years, there were fellowship opportunities after Mass. As an adult, there was no fellowship for my age groups. Mass became the only time I got a gold star. So about two years after college I felt so alone even at Mass.(I never felt alone at Mass, before this time) That I actually told God that this was the last Mass I would be at. Well, never ever pray or say that anywhere. The following week, I had an urge to go to Mass. My parents also mentioned they were going and that I am going with them. The priest stated that my age group this Homily you will not understand and don't listen to it. I tried so hard to hear what the priest was saying and I realize what I did to God. Afterwards, I was invited to join two ministries by members of the Parish. To this day I still go to Mass on Sunday.
It was a hard video to swallow. But I'm glad none the less. I've been struggling for so long about finding a live in person mass due to how far away or the lack of masses in my city. I need help, and it's great to know that I matter, I've never really felt as if I did.
I'm really grateful you explained the underlying reasons why Catholics refer to Sunday Mass as an obligation. As a Protestant who has grown to appreciate a lot of Catholicism, I can see a fuller meaning behind it now, rather than just a rule based requirement. However, to consider it a mortal sin is simply not scriptural and seems very manipulative, unless it is plainly taught and I've missed it somehow? No, we should not forsake the assembling of believers, but His Word never says that we are in danger of eternal damnation if we don't attend a worship service. What date was this rule added?
From what the Catechism says if you don't attend Mass on the Lord's Day as well as other holy days of obligations it violates the Commandment You Shall Keep the Lord's Day Holy. Which here in the United States there are five holy days of obligation which may or may not land upon a Sunday or if they land upon a Saturday or Monday would be observed on Sunday instead except for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary being that the Lord's Day during Advent supercedes other Solemnities. The five days are the Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God, the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, the Solemnity of All Saints Day, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, and the Solemnity of the Nativity of Jesus (Christmas). Solemnities are major feast days most are celebrated on Sundays even been moved to Sundays like Corpus Christi, the Ascension of Jesus, the Epiphany of Jesus. As for the Vigil Mass the evening before the actual Solemnity or Lord's Day if you attend this Mass it counts as fulfilling your obligation. People should still be aware that refraining from doing work unless it's something like caring for the elderly or sick that you are still obligated to rest and spend time with your family on Sundays and holy days obligation even if you attended the Vigil Mass the evening before. There are excused absences such as if your sick, taking care of children, having to work because of living in extreme poverty, etc. to name a few. Any Catholic who is a Catholic should own a Catechism of the Catholic Church. It's a book that contains centuries of knowledge pertaining to the doctrine of the Church in regards to the faith and moral teachings.
A priest only visits my area twice a month. The other Sundays it is a 4 hour round trip and frankly, I can't afford the gas. I pray at home and observe a day of rest but it's also stressful to think I'm in a state of mortal sin over this difficulty.
I was gonna miss mass cause it seemed like this religion thing wasn’t really working out for me but I did it! When he said it was an act of justice I realized it wasn’t completely true. It was the *least* I could do, so I closed the vid at 4:55 and left. Nothing all that special happened but I don’t regret it.
My brother's parish only has Mass on two Sundays every month. On the Sundays where no Mass is available, they gather their children for Morning Prayer in the home and litanies where appropriate.
I watched this video because I haven’t been practicing Catholic for several years. This is a decent video, but my reoccurring thought is I didn’t ask to be born. Plus, life hasn’t been the best to me. I’m looking for a solid reason to go back to church.
Because the Lord created us with a yearning that only Jesus can fill. He will give you abundant life and joy that you can’t even imagine. In addition to the Mass, spend time in personal prayer and Scripture reading and allow Him to speak His loving, healing words of mercy and tenderness to you. He is so good!
Fr. Mike: First I love you and your videos. A request: Please do a video about Catholics who despise other parishioners and stubbornly refuse to acknowledge their bretren. I have seen this for decades in many different churches. It is a problem, as I watch them walk up to Communion and receive the body and blood of Jesus. Are they blind??
An inconvenient Truth. Choosing to miss Mass is choosing to not be in communion with our Lord, which puts us in a state of mortal sin. Taking Communion in such a state is a seriously grave matter.
I think most people who don’t go to mass probably aren’t even aware that they are choosing not to be in communion etc. They either just don’t want to go or it doesn’t even cross their mind now.
i struggle with this concept. do we even “owe” our parents? what can we give a god that created all and doesn’t need anything from us? i promise i’m not trying to be contrarian or anything but i want to understand. i’m rarely motivated to go to mass other than every once in a while. like i probably make it once a month 😩
I remember someone saying 'I accept the concept of a God but one who takes attendance is more difficult to believe'. That Catholics believe you will burn in hell fire for eternity just for missing Mass sounds a bit harsh.
I'm working on getting to Mass more often. I love the Mass and God knows how much I long to be there. I almost long to be at Mass as much as Jesus earthly return. To me it's almost the same and it is for now. I wish every week was the Triduum but just like life the liturgical seasons are sometimes solemn then radiant but I mostly love the weekday Mass without all the "fanfare" if you will. A simple sweet First Friday Exposition with the following Mass. The Mass is so special with prayers songs and readings. The elevation is my favorite part but I must say the quiet times of the Mass are the best during the weekday Mass when there is no "filler music" if you will. It is then I can pray in silence: during the consecration as the priest quietly prays, "Lord hear his prayers;" after the elevation when Jesus arrives, "My Lord and my God..;" and when the priest receives I ask for special graces upon him for his service. After Mass I kneel and pray "Stay With Me Jesus." Please pray for my situation to heal (it's not medical) so I can return to Mass all the time. Right now I am looking forward to Mass in Fatima in a few days. I hope I can get to confession so I can receive. The last time I went to confession the priest never showed. Father Mike you priests need to be there at confession. He was probably involved with something of equally great importance. PS It wasn't Father Mike but wouldn't it be great if he were your confessor.
I agree Father, but why were the Masses suspended during the pandemic, or worse an RSVP to even attend? I’m 78 and Mass is not the same anymore. No holy Warner font, pews ribboned off, and asked participants. I and others watched televised Masses because we thought we’d catch COVID, and denied the sacraments. I think people got used to not going and now wonder why they need to go back!
I struggle with this. I go, but it's tougher now--I don't feel like I'm getting much at times, sometimes what I hear in the homily upsets me. What I do is just start praying the Rosary when the thoughts are too negative. I'd guess most would discourage that but it keeps me there and in a calm state when it gets to that point. I still don't like the changes in music and prayer from probably over a decade ago. Harder to sing, other was easier, more harmonious.
Hey 3 days ago we met someone whose name was Mohamed and he told me that after Catholic young preachers talked to him about Jesus he felt the holy spirit the love of God in his life and he changed his name to Michael and I though of father Mike for a second. Praise God for this conversion 🙌🏼
Thanks God. Welcome Mike!
Praise God
How do you differentiate the feeling from calm as a result of meditation? or the feeling felt after hearing a beautiful song? Is it their calm, deep, authoritative voice? Can you try to replicate that setting with the exception of God, will you feel the same? or is it in the word itself God? when I said God is it the same intense feeling or did the setting at that time helped it? I wonder where that feeling is coming from. 🤔🙂
From what I know people can get into trance with just repititive chanting or beating of the drum without reference to a specific god but just a 'spiritual realm' Fascinating! 😃
Would you believe other religions too on the basis of that feeling? I'm morbidly curious. 🤔🙂
@@terminusadquem6981 Good questions. I am also curious and it is too bad you didn't get a response. It seems a lot of believers feel and hear things and then attribute it to god telling them something by default. I would like to know how they know that's what it is and where it's really coming from.
I’m a Protestant considering becoming a Catholic, don’t even know where to begin. Where do I start? Can I attend Catholic mass as a Protestant? Can I go to confession? I recently had a dream where Mary appeared and told me to pray the rosary and I am, and I’m already seeing massive peace in my heart. What next?
You can attend mass but u shouldn’t receive holy communion without finishing rcia but during rcia once they teach you about confession and you understand and accept the basis of the sacrament I think you can go/they give u a chance to go
Attend mass and RCIA at a local parish so you can learn about the faith and be able to discern with God on becoming Catholic. I’m so excited for you, it is such a blessing!
Godspeed!
Glory to God😊
1. Yes attend mass
2. Attend RCIA at a local parish
3. Receive communion and go to confession only after you are a practicing Catholic who completed RCIA and got confirmed in the church.
4. Don’t feel left out about not receiving communion. Even as a confirmed catholic, there’s times where we can’t/don’t receive because we haven’t confessed our sins (especially our mortal sins) yet in confession.
5. I’m delighted to hear of the start of your conversion. Thanks be to God.
It really hit me when Father said it matters to other people if we go. One time, when I was camping, I went to Mass at a strange church. I looked around and wondered who would care if I hadn't gone and would anyone miss me if my seat were empty. They didn't know me. Suddenly, I had a revelation - not really a voice, but I knew it was from God - telling me, kind of showing me, how different it would be if I were not there. I realized my presence truly mattered. Very strange feeling, but profound and humbling.
@Betty DeSapio Come on. No one would care, except when they passed the collection basket.
Awesome. Thanks for sharing
I will continue to go to mass as I have done since childhood. I matter to the Lord and he matters to me. Therefore, I will honor, worship, praise and love Him every day, but especially on Sunday.
May i ask something? Does attending online meetings with other believers count as going to mass?
@@TenoriyaNo. Going to mass should be done in person in the Catholic Church, but worshipping in any way helps your relationship with God.
@@ruthortega5822 Ahh, thank you!
@@Tenoriya You are very welcome.
Looks like I'll be going to confession this Saturday.
Thank you Father Mike, God's peace and protection for you and yours.
Vivat Jesus.
Viva!!
Ten Commandments and the 7 deadly sins. Also look up the examination of conscience and spend time writing down all your sins, even if it was from when you were a kid. It's helped me a lot and humbled me. There's so many things I was doing that were keeping me from being in grace. We are all sinner's. Always humble yourself and return too confession. It's a wonderful gift.
I had to stop attending mass and most other things in my life to protect my mother during the COVID pandemic. This week, as soon as I walked through the doors of the Church, my heart exploded with overwhelming love which brought me to tears of joy. The Lord was saying to me: "Welcome back my friend".
*"The Church need you to be at Mass."*
- FR. MIKE SCHMITZ
Thanks Father for neatly explaining how fair and indeed justified it is. You did pack in so much, in fact everything. *It is a 'deep dive'☆*
I've run the gamut on religious theory and doctrine, Atheism, to Agnosticism but I'm finally going back to Mass after 30 years away (I'm 35 soooo... Yeah) and hopefully can get enrolled in RCIA, as my parents didn't baptize me as a child.
I work nights and Mass is at 11:30AM but I'm fully dedicated to stop filling this hole in my soul with needless Amazon purchases and excuses, and fill it with God's light and love.
Godspeed!
Thank you father Mike for explaining our sunday obligation. It is justice and we actually should give God more than this
5:50 "I want to love Him really, really well, really, really well." I think He wants to love you (and us all) really really really really well.😊 7:48 "We need you...you matter." Aww. God Bless.
This is a reminder to all catholics. I sometimes take the Sunday mass for granted especially when I'm late or stressed. attending Sunday mass is an obligation to worship our Creator, the King of all Kings! That no matter how difficult life is, we have to spare our Sundays to God!
Thank you Fr. Mike for speaking so clearly, seriously and beautifully about our obligation for Mass. Thank you for your loving leadership! 🙏💗
As a disabled adult who struggles cuz I often look fine and also overestimate myself even though I should know better…
I struggle with missing mass and then beating myself up for it too.
I haven’t been able to go to mass in a couple months, and when is see the Sunday masses streamed and posted form Father Mike, I’d feel so embarrassed and guilt-ridden that I’d scroll away quickly.
This past Sunday I watched Father Mike’s mass (tho I watched it around 6PM and I’m central time sooo… I could’ve been better with timing)
I’m so glad I did! Last Sunday especially I needed to hear it. I cried from the beauty and timing.
And I pray I’ll be able to find my way back to at least the online masses and eventually I want to get back to in-person at my extended family’s parish (that I hope to become part of and eventually attend daily mass too)
I’ve been praying so much for help from God lately. I want to do better, I want to be better.
I truly sympathize. I’m in a similar situation. Talk to father when you’re in confession. My priest said neither God or folk want me at Mass on those days. It helped. I beat myself up too.
The Lord knows your heart.
Come back home. Everyone will be glad to see you again, and you’ll be happy you made the decision to return home. :)
I am just getting better after about 7 years of a chronic illness. I had to stop going to Mass and began online Mass. I was considering asking for someone to bring me the Eucharist.
Then the Pandemic hit. My life did not change one iota. It was hard for me to believe that everyone was home like me. But there you have it.
Still have not returned because we only have Masses that you must sign up for ahead of time, and the group is now mixed with vaccinated and unvaccinated.
Because I am not completely well, I do not feel I should be among the unvaccinated in large groups at this point.
I don’t think you have anything to feel guilty about. Father is talking about the able bodied not attending.
@@pjsmith4369 If you would like to be physically present at Mass but are concerned about crowding, try attending a weekday Mass where there are fewer people and they are more spread out. Also, you are in church for a shorter time. I don’t mean that this would ‘substitute’ for your Sunday obligation, since if you are unable to go on Sunday your aren’t obliged to do so. Just that if you want to get back to attending Mass this might be a way. Whether you are vaccinated or not, do what you can to protect yourself such as masking, distancing, supplements, anti-viral meds, etc. You need to take care of your health. But come to Mass if you can find a way to do so safely. Fr Mark Goring’s daily Masses at 9:00am at St Mary’s church in Ottawa, Canada were my mainstay when our churches were closed and they are still broadcast live on UA-cam.
Thank you Fr Mike 🌟
Every Holy Mass, heard with devotion, we receive in our souls marvelous effects, abundant spiritual graces.
When we receive the holy communion at mass we experience great joy & strength. It's the constant reminder of God's love for us.
When the Mass is being celebrated, the sanctuary is filled with countless angels, who adore Jesus Christ.🌻
The angels surround and help the priest when he is celebrating Mass.
I work as a missionary youth minister, and we had planned to do a lesson on the Mass last night. Lo and behold, this video came out. The way Father explains the importance of the Mass and the reason for the Sunday obligation is so clear and loving, I couldn't think of a better way to explain it to my teens. I ended up using this video during part of the night, and many of them really liked it. One of them told one of my volunteers, "I never realized the Mass wasn't meant mainly for us." It was such a fruitful night. What providence!
I have a question. 🙋 Those people gone, passed away without hearing Jesus, what happens to them? will they be judged in a standard different from ours? and why can't we be judged the same? 🙂
@@terminusadquem6981 We believe that God is a God of justice and of mercy. If a child does something wrong without knowing it's wrong, how will the father judge compared to a child who does something wrong knowing full well that it's wrong? Justice would say that the second child, though committing the same offence, has the greater guilt and should be held to a stronger standard, right? Because they committed the offence even after having been taught
I needed to hear this. This Sunday I planned to go to 6pm mass because I worked during the morning masses. But, time got away from me. I still had time to get there when I noticed, and I decided to pretend to forget. I need to confess.
Please do confess and for future reference just remember that is it a matter of sin and disobeying God. There is no such thing as pretending in front of God that you had forgotten. He knows
Same thing with me many times when I plan go to the latest one, we can get caught up in other duties and not want to stop whatever it is we’re doing. The earlier the better it seems, whenever possible.
Well said and explained Father Mike!
Well said Father! I think it's important to add that if someone rarely or never attends Mass, it's incredibly easy for them to forget about the faith. Going to Mass each Sunday serves as a constant reminder to keep God in our lives. So if you skip Mass one week, that could lead you to skipping multiple weeks, months, or even years. Then eventually you may not even give God a second thought. This is incredibly dangerous. So please, never miss Mass unless it is for a reason beyond your control (like illness or a broken down car).
This is something I have trouble with. I have had problems with social anxiety, to one degree or another, my entire life. Going to Mass every Sunday, let alone on time every Sunday can be difficult. In the past I have forced myself to go despite my feeling anxious. I can understand the real grace I recieve, and the Glory I can give to God but I feel like it results in the opposite of what God really wants for me or for anyone because of the added anxiety which can remain with me for some time afterward. I think ultimately it comes down to not wanting to develop an association with my anxiety and my worship.
Goin to mass will cure your illness as well as going to Eucharistic Adoration x I suffered myself badly and I’m now free thanks 🙏 be to Jesus Christ
Consider this an invitation to receive counseling, from either a spiritual counselor or a therapist, if you’re not already. Anxiety is quite insidious in making one think they are alone in everything, and having someone help walk that journey with you can be life changing. Praying that things will be better for you someday, best of luck.
Rob, because of Father Mike, I went to Catholic Mass for the first time in almost 20 years. I'm a returning Catholic. That first mass, going by myself, I had a lot of anxiety as the "new guy," and wasn't sure if I could remember everything. I was nervous around large groups of people, especially ones I did not know. The Catholic Church I went to was almost 50 years old, well established, and one where everyone knows everybody. Having been raised Catholic, I still remembered a lot and got through Mass (didn't do Communion as I needed confession first). In the end, I felt at home. I felt warmth, relief, and thankfulness that I returned. I felt this is where I need to be every Sunday. Everyone was very kind and welcoming. I overcame the anxiety, and knowing I was sacrificing time for God, helped me overcome it much easier. It took a couple more Sundays for the anxiety to be at a low, more manageable level for me. It's not easy but it can be done. Every Sunday is an invitation. I guess my punchline would be: "If Jesus Christ invited me to Mass, would it matter if there was 1 person or 1 thousand?" Thank you for sharing your post. Anxieties are high among many these days. I hope my words, and others' here helps. Many blessings Rob, take care.
@nikola kitanovic
That is the law of attraction and also simultaneously attempting mysticism. We are not in control of how God extends his grace.
I’m no expert, but I’ve been told that for a sin to be mortal, it must be done with full knowledge and deliberate consent. If something prevents you from going to Mass, such as anxiety, then that can mean that you don’t fully consent to missing Mass. Not to say that you should just skip Mass or skip things because of your anxiety; no, the hope is that you can find help/counseling/spiritual guidance to overcome your anxiety! But in the meantime, know that God is merciful and He will help you through this. Praying for you 🙏
It's always a pleasure to listen to your advice Fr. Mike, I always learn something new or a better way to explains things to my family. I also listen to you with Bible in a year, and I am so grateful to you because so much makes sense to me now. Please, never stop, you are filled with God's grace, may He bless you always! 👍🏼🙏🏼✝️🙋🏻♀️🥰
What a beautiful message, Sunday is obligation because we show our love and worship and daily mass is pure love and joy and an investment in eternal life.
Thanks Fr. Mike for explaining the importance of Mass.
I love you Father Mike!! You have changed my life with the Lord's word hearing BIAY, Thank you! God bless you!
Love you Father Mike. I will be at Mass today.
So beautifully explained Fr Mike! Thank you and may GOD continue to bless you and your ministry!
amen amen amen yes,,, we owe him everything... he's giving us the breathe of life... sunday Mass is the best .. his only Son Christ the LORD
Thank you Father Mike. God bless you!
Father Mike you really said the Truth
My Goodness! You name I. you literally spoke the truth, thank you
was expecting a mini dive, but this turned out to be a DEEP dive! thank you for this, Fr. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
sunday mass is an invitation as a community to worship god, I go because I love jesus and i want to receive him and strengthen my relationship with my wonderful, loving creator, without god I am NOTHING,and I owe god everything
I pray all Christians and especially Catholics know and LIVE this Truth!
I went to college in Wisconsin. It was -30 in the winter. Jesus never experienced such weather. I needed the authority of his church to tell me what to do
As a Catholic school teacher, please let me say we LOVE and watch Fr. Mike's videos a LOT. The number of subscribers/views on this channel is a gross underestimate of his reach! Every high school teacher/subscriber who plays his videos in class may reach 150 or more students every semester who may not subscribe.
Thank you Jesus for Fr. Mike, and God please bless his ministry and outreach to students of all ages. Even if we don't all subscribe (Fr. Mike forgive us.) Amen.
Hi Father, my Goodness: are you ever good at explaining this : you really get to the point!
Yes , we do owe it to God , because look at what he did for us , yes we owe To him
Thank you
I’m 70 years old male and if I missed mass 100 times in my life it’s a lot . Those Sunday’s that I missed mass I feel an emptiness , like I missed something for the whole week . At mass I feel a peaceful.
sunday mass is fruitful / is food for the soul and mind and heart and spirits .....
To tell the truth, I come from a Catholic background and I remember, as a youth, that the Mass was incredibly boring. It was unbearable. Left the Roman Church and became a Christian. Came to believe in the Lord Jesus as my Lord and Savior for the first time in my life at 22. Am now 68. Am so blessed. Have never regretted my decision.
Praise God
Excellent explanation Father thank you
Sadly I have missed many but not anymore I go daily now
God bless you, Fr Mike!!!🙏🏼
Best explanation about Sunday mass. Thank you Fr Mike
Thank you Father Mike, I needed to hear this today!
Thank you Father I was that idiot, left the one and only Church in searching the LORD IN A gutter... what I fool I was... i knew now what a completely fool I was.. now I love GOD more, things are more clearly now, i worship him completely at Mass, remembered went to the daily Mass, just before the lockdown in 2020, I cried and cried and cried at Mass when the priest announced that the church will close down for lockdown.... I cried and cried and cried during the MASS... I didn't know what happened to me I dIdn't want to part from the BLESSED LORD, I knew I am going to miss him... I just couldn't stop crying... at the end of the MASS, I hid my face. I always looking forward to be with him at MASS...
Nice one Fr.Mike, thanks for your Guidance and Leadership
Yes, I owe God everything. As He said, “without Me you can do nothing.” . It’s one special hour for me to love Him, thank Him, remember Him. Now that I’m old, it’s harder and I live alone. Some days when I feel weak I’m afraid to go because I have to get back home and I might feel worse. (I also think I’m self indulged thus lazy). So sometimes I’m don’t go and it eats me up. I wish I knew if I’m deceiving myself to get out of some masses. I always love being there but fear for physical reasons keep me home some times. Any thoughts? I just don’t know. Am I being prudent or frightened?
Is there anyone who goes to your church that could bring you? Please ask the office. My aunt who didn't drive was brought to church for many years by a sweet couple. They counted as a blessing to them. But if not, if you feel unsafe going on your own, you are not obligated to go. Give God worship and praise on Sunday where you are when you cannot attend in person.
Try to fight the fear, that feeling is coming from the enemy, the enemy is a liar and right now he has you where he wants you...caged up at home so you can't recieve Our Lord's mercy and graces!! Tell Satan to get behind you and ask God and blessed Mary for an increase of faith and understanding and especially courage to resist the devil's tactics!! How dare him rob you of your joy! Take baby steps and keep yourself surrounded by good books and find a Bible group in the church. God Bless you, I pray God wraps His arms around you!
Thank you. It's an excellent reminder to all of us that Sunday mass is not about us and how we feel, it's about our heavenly Father! I've come to a point in my spiritual life and my life in general where I really like going to mass. I GET to be closer to our Lord and although mass isn't about what I want or feel, I still enjoy attending and can feel His love for us.
Awesome.... such great explanation Fr. Mike. May the Holy Spirit keep bestowing such wonderful gifts on you and all the priests and religious. thank you very much.
Thanks a zillion Fr Mike for the concise n wonderful summary. Will share it with others who asks why go to mass. God bless you Fr🙏
Thanks for making these videos! 🙏
As a converting protestant into catholism,
I feel closest to my Lord and saviour on the
Sunday 8 AM mass.
Father, thank you. This is such a beautiful explanation of the truth.
I was able to share this with a teenager asking this question and it was a gift. God bless you.
Righteous I'll be at mass on Sunday at 09:00 am at St. Augustine Cathedral. Just in case you wanted to know. I wasn't sure what day matter most but you busted the myth for me excellent.
One of Father Mike's most important videos. WHAT DO I OWE GOD??? The saints will ask us why we didn't fulfill our missions, keep the Covenant.
Thanks so much
I had to miss mass two weekends in a row recently due to being around people with viruses. Didn't want to spread it, so I watched the virtual mass on this channel. It still does make me think about mortal sin though.
I've been there just recently. Lol I confessed just in case
@Tom stay safe and offer praying thee rosary God Bless 🙏🏻
When in doubt, confess yourself! Every time I miss mass I feel so guilty about it even if I had a legitimate reason for not making it. I rather go confess than to continue feeling the guilt
I have to preface with, I know I cant speak for God, but I truly believe that God knows our circumstances, and understands that missing Mass during sickness is not the same as missing Mass because you "just don't feel like it today" which is truly sinful. I've also heard a priest say that if for some reason you have to work on Sundays, you can make up for it during Saturday evening Mass. Also, people who are disabled, elderly, or very ill, can still get the Eucharist through a church ministry that distributes it. Hoping these tips will help.
@@NICKWAPPERER117 Saying you confessed just in case is actually really worrying. Obviously if you were in a situation like the comment above than it’s clearly not a mortal sin.
wow... I loved , we owe to the Lord . always.
Such a powerful message. You have a way with words Fr. Mike!
Yes, we do owe it to the Lord. I didn't fully realize that until I started going to Latin Masses. It really opened my eyes.
Thank you Father Mike
Just AMAZING, as alllllways!!!!
Thank you Father ❣️
Amen!
That was wonderful father thank you
I had just graduated college. Throughout my youth and college years, there were fellowship opportunities after Mass. As an adult, there was no fellowship for my age groups. Mass became the only time I got a gold star. So about two years after college I felt so alone even at Mass.(I never felt alone at Mass, before this time) That I actually told God that this was the last Mass I would be at. Well, never ever pray or say that anywhere. The following week, I had an urge to go to Mass. My parents also mentioned they were going and that I am going with them. The priest stated that my age group this Homily you will not understand and don't listen to it. I tried so hard to hear what the priest was saying and I realize what I did to God. Afterwards, I was invited to join two ministries by members of the Parish. To this day I still go to Mass on Sunday.
It was a hard video to swallow. But I'm glad none the less. I've been struggling for so long about finding a live in person mass due to how far away or the lack of masses in my city. I need help, and it's great to know that I matter, I've never really felt as if I did.
I'm really grateful you explained the underlying reasons why Catholics refer to Sunday Mass as an obligation.
As a Protestant who has grown to appreciate a lot of Catholicism, I can see a fuller meaning behind it now, rather than just a rule based requirement.
However, to consider it a mortal sin is simply not scriptural and seems very manipulative, unless it is plainly taught and I've missed it somehow?
No, we should not forsake the assembling of believers, but His Word never says that we are in danger of eternal damnation if we don't attend a worship service.
What date was this rule added?
I like to know that myself
Can't wait for Sunday
From what the Catechism says if you don't attend Mass on the Lord's Day as well as other holy days of obligations it violates the Commandment You Shall Keep the Lord's Day Holy. Which here in the United States there are five holy days of obligation which may or may not land upon a Sunday or if they land upon a Saturday or Monday would be observed on Sunday instead except for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary being that the Lord's Day during Advent supercedes other Solemnities. The five days are the Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God, the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, the Solemnity of All Saints Day, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, and the Solemnity of the Nativity of Jesus (Christmas). Solemnities are major feast days most are celebrated on Sundays even been moved to Sundays like Corpus Christi, the Ascension of Jesus, the Epiphany of Jesus.
As for the Vigil Mass the evening before the actual Solemnity or Lord's Day if you attend this Mass it counts as fulfilling your obligation. People should still be aware that refraining from doing work unless it's something like caring for the elderly or sick that you are still obligated to rest and spend time with your family on Sundays and holy days obligation even if you attended the Vigil Mass the evening before.
There are excused absences such as if your sick, taking care of children, having to work because of living in extreme poverty, etc. to name a few.
Any Catholic who is a Catholic should own a Catechism of the Catholic Church. It's a book that contains centuries of knowledge pertaining to the doctrine of the Church in regards to the faith and moral teachings.
It does have some errors in it.
@@johnpglackin345a lot of
Amen
I looooove the way this was explained 😍 thank you father mike 💜
A priest only visits my area twice a month. The other Sundays it is a 4 hour round trip and frankly, I can't afford the gas. I pray at home and observe a day of rest but it's also stressful to think I'm in a state of mortal sin over this difficulty.
One sin doesn’t separate someone from God. The Catholic Church is in error on this.
God bless Amen
God bless you 💙💙💙
I was gonna miss mass cause it seemed like this religion thing wasn’t really working out for me but I did it! When he said it was an act of justice I realized it wasn’t completely true. It was the *least* I could do, so I closed the vid at 4:55 and left. Nothing all that special happened but I don’t regret it.
Love this. So beautifully said.
Love you Jesus 🕊️🙏💗
fantastic
I enjoy going to church
Welp, looks like I'm going to Confession and Mass tomorrow (Thursday) and this Sunday
Thank you Father Mike! Truth!
My brother's parish only has Mass on two Sundays every month.
On the Sundays where no Mass is available, they gather their children for Morning Prayer in the home and litanies where appropriate.
Where’s this parish located?
Thanks!
The God of all creation asks for an hour of my time once a week and I use to think it didn't matter.
God has been more than patient with me...
I watched this video because I haven’t been practicing Catholic for several years. This is a decent video, but my reoccurring thought is I didn’t ask to be born. Plus, life hasn’t been the best to me. I’m looking for a solid reason to go back to church.
Because the Lord created us with a yearning that only Jesus can fill. He will give you abundant life and joy that you can’t even imagine. In addition to the Mass, spend time in personal prayer and Scripture reading and allow Him to speak His loving, healing words of mercy and tenderness to you. He is so good!
Could you do a video describing the difference of daily mass and Sunday mass?
Fr. Mike: First I love you and your videos. A request: Please do a video about Catholics who despise other parishioners and stubbornly refuse to acknowledge their bretren. I have seen this for decades in many different churches. It is a problem, as I watch them walk up to Communion and receive the body and blood of Jesus. Are they blind??
What do you mean?
I was kinda expecting a short video of fr. Mike just saying "Yes, yes you do"
An inconvenient Truth. Choosing to miss Mass is choosing to not be in communion with our Lord, which puts us in a state of mortal sin. Taking Communion in such a state is a seriously grave matter.
I think most people who don’t go to mass probably aren’t even aware that they are choosing not to be in communion etc. They either just don’t want to go or it doesn’t even cross their mind now.
i struggle with this concept. do we even “owe” our parents? what can we give a god that created all and doesn’t need anything from us? i promise i’m not trying to be contrarian or anything but i want to understand. i’m rarely motivated to go to mass other than every once in a while. like i probably make it once a month 😩
We can give God what He asks us for :1 hour per week at Holy Mass on Sunday :)
I remember someone saying 'I accept the concept of a God but one who takes attendance is more difficult to believe'. That Catholics believe you will burn in hell fire for eternity just for missing Mass sounds a bit harsh.
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I'm working on getting to Mass more often. I love the Mass and God knows how much I long to be there. I almost long to be at Mass as much as Jesus earthly return. To me it's almost the same and it is for now. I wish every week was the Triduum but just like life the liturgical seasons are sometimes solemn then radiant but I mostly love the weekday Mass without all the "fanfare" if you will. A simple sweet First Friday Exposition with the following Mass. The Mass is so special with prayers songs and readings. The elevation is my favorite part but I must say the quiet times of the Mass are the best during the weekday Mass when there is no "filler music" if you will. It is then I can pray in silence: during the consecration as the priest quietly prays, "Lord hear his prayers;" after the elevation when Jesus arrives, "My Lord and my God..;" and when the priest receives I ask for special graces upon him for his service. After Mass I kneel and pray "Stay With Me Jesus." Please pray for my situation to heal (it's not medical) so I can return to Mass all the time. Right now I am looking forward to Mass in Fatima in a few days. I hope I can get to confession so I can receive. The last time I went to confession the priest never showed. Father Mike you priests need to be there at confession. He was probably involved with something of equally great importance. PS It wasn't Father Mike but wouldn't it be great if he were your confessor.
Hey brother. I just finished reading your comment and I must say you have a loving heart! :)
I agree Father, but why were the Masses suspended during the pandemic, or worse an RSVP to even attend? I’m 78 and Mass is not the same anymore. No holy Warner font, pews ribboned off, and asked participants. I and others watched televised Masses because we thought we’d catch COVID, and denied the sacraments. I think people got used to not going and now wonder why they need to go back!
I struggle with this. I go, but it's tougher now--I don't feel like I'm getting much at times, sometimes what I hear in the homily upsets me. What I do is just start praying the Rosary when the thoughts are too negative. I'd guess most would discourage that but it keeps me there and in a calm state when it gets to that point. I still don't like the changes in music and prayer from probably over a decade ago. Harder to sing, other was easier, more harmonious.
Jesus Christ needs to come back and save us from this world.
I thought 💭 I was JESUS CHRIST Mike! I am Mamoosh 👨🏾💻🤘🏾
Father please share your view on people that still attend online mass on Sundays..
The Bible talks about this very subject the son of God looking forward that day. Hebrews 10:25
Beautifully explained Father. I hope this was translated into portuguese for me to share
How do you know with certainty that God wants you in the Catholic Church as a Christian believer?
I would also like to add that Mass is about actually BEING closer to God in a physical and tangible way in the Eucharist.
Salvation is a free gift, it’s grace through faith not of works so that no man shall boast. We cannot earn our salvation !!! It is finished !