Episode
Day 33: God as Father
14:17
Published: Thu Feb 02 2023
Description
The Catechism describes the various ways that God has revealed himself to us as Father over the ages, and gives us insight into God the Father “in relation to his only Son,” Jesus. Fr. Mike entreats us to examine our relationships with our earthly fathers and how they might be impacting our vision of God as Father. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 238-242. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Chapters
Father Mike Schmitz talks about how God reveals himself to us as a Trinity, specifically how the Father is revealed by the Son.
00:00 - 01:17 (01:17)
Summary
Father Mike Schmitz talks about how God reveals himself to us as a Trinity, specifically how the Father is revealed by the Son.
EpisodeDay 33: God as Father
PodcastThe Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
In this podcast, the speaker emphasizes on how God's image as a mother emphasizes God's imminence and closeness to created beings despite the brokenness in this world.
01:17 - 09:08 (07:50)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker emphasizes on how God's image as a mother emphasizes God's imminence and closeness to created beings despite the brokenness in this world. The speaker also highlights that God is not just a father but also a mother, an image that brings out His tenderness towards humanity.
EpisodeDay 33: God as Father
PodcastThe Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
The concept of God as a father in Christianity goes beyond being the creator of life but stems from His relationship with His only son, Jesus Christ.
09:08 - 14:12 (05:04)
Summary
The concept of God as a father in Christianity goes beyond being the creator of life but stems from His relationship with His only son, Jesus Christ. This belief is strengthened by the Nicene Creed formulated in 325 and the Council of Constantinople in 381.