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Fr. Mike’s Tips for Praying as a Busy Person

Ascension Presents · Fr. Mike Schmitz

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Practical encouragement for prayer amid work, family and a crowded day.

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Infant Baptism Explained

Ascension Presents · Fr. Mike Schmitz

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A concise explanation of why Catholics baptize infants.

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What Happens During the Sacrament of Confirmation?

The Thomistic Institute · Aquinas 101

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The sacramental signs and effects of Confirmation, presented with theological depth.

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Fr. Mike’s Tips for Praying as a Busy Person

Ascension Presents · Fr. Mike Schmitz · exact title, publisher and access checked 2026-09-11.

Infant Baptism Explained

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What Happens During the Sacrament of Confirmation?

The Thomistic Institute · Aquinas 101 · exact title, publisher and access checked 2026-09-11.

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Catechism: grace as God's free gift (1996–2005)

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Catechism 1987–1995 (1987–1995)

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Catechism 2006–2011 (2006–2011)

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Catechism 1814–1816 (1814–1816)

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Catechism: grace as God's free gift (1996–2005)

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Catechism 1987–1995 (1987–1995)

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Catechism 2006–2011 (2006–2011)

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Catechism 1814–1816 (1814–1816)

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