Episodes 18
Avg. Duration 56m
Activity Moderate
Apple Rating 4.9 (453)
Since Aug 2025
Latest Episode May 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
65%
Hosting
feeds.fireside.fm

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About This Podcast

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.

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Recent Episodes

Called to Be Hospitable (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and John Hale)

May 08, 2026 58m

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…

Called to Walk with Families in Need w/ Kristy Schena and Fr. Mike Schmitz

Apr 29, 2026 47m

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…

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

Apr 03, 2026 57m

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…

Called to Be Courageous w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Dr. Carolyn Woo

Mar 06, 2026 1h 12m

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…

Called to Rebuild w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Harry Lennix

Feb 20, 2026 1h 10m

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…

Called to Love Through Action w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow

Feb 06, 2026 58m

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…

Called to Form the Young w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Fr. Josh Johnson

Jan 23, 2026 54m

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…

Called to Care for the Vulnerable w/ Elizabeth Marcolini and Fr. Mike Schmitz

Jan 09, 2026 1h 1m

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…

Called to Accompany Mothers w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and the Sisters of Life

Dec 12, 2025 1h 1m

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…

Called to Walk with the Poor w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Kerry Robinson

Dec 02, 2025 58m

In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with Kerry Robinson, President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA, for a powerful conversation about what it truly means to “walk with the…

Called to Unify w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Dave Arnold

Nov 14, 2025 50m

In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz talks with Dave Arnold—former CEO turned global ministry leader—about how God transformed his life and led him into the heart of Rwanda’s post-genocide…

Called to Sustain the Church for Generations w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Kevin Doyle

Oct 31, 2025 47m

When thousands of parishes are closing and fewer people identify with any faith, how can the Church not only survive—but thrive? In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz talks with Kevin Doyle,…

Called to Build Bridges w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Darryl Woods (The Called Podcast)

Oct 17, 2025 1h 12m

Wrongly convicted at 18, Darryl Woods Sr. spent nearly 30 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. But instead of giving in to bitterness, he found freedom through faith—transforming prison…

Called to Use Your Gifts for Good w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Chris Green

Sep 26, 2025 32m

What does it look like to turn a paycheck into purpose? In this episode of Called, Fr.Mike Schmitz sits down with Chris Green, President of Humanitarian Hotels, to explore how the hospitality…

Called to Form the Young w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Coach Lou Holtz

Sep 13, 2025 41m

In this powerful episode of "Called", Father Mike Schmitz sits down with legendary football coach and devout Catholic, Lou Holtz. Together they explore the urgent challenge of forming the next…

Called to Heal the Brokenhearted w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Fr. John Riccardo

Sep 07, 2025 1h 1m

In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with Fr. John Riccardo, executive director of ACTS XXIX, to talk about how we can accompany and support those who are brokenhearted. Drawing on…

Ordinary People, Extraordinary Callings

Sep 04, 2025 8m

“Are you going to restore the kingdom?” The apostles asked Jesus this question in Acts 1—and his answer was clear: You will. In this introductory episode, Fr. Mike Schmitz unpacks what it means to be…

Welcome to the Called Podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz

Aug 21, 2025 1m

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…

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Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) has published 18 episodes since August 2025, covering topics in Business, Christianity.

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Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 56m.

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