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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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Signup to Generate a PitchCalled (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.
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) is hosted by Ascension. The show has published 21 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Called to Rise from the Rubble w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Tracy Kijewski-Correa" (9 October 2026, 50 minutes), "Called to Lift the Next Generation" (31 July 2026, 55 minutes), and "Called to Defend Religious Liberty (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz and Mark Rienzi)" (16 June 2026, 52 minutes).
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 54 minutes across 21 episodes.
Booking probability for Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)'s contact route on record: verified email.
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Ascension hosts Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz), a religion podcast with 21 episodes published.
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Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
When disaster strikes, where do we find hope—and how does God call us to respond?In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with civil engineer Tracy Kijewski-Correa, Director of the Pulte Institute for...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
What does it mean to reach the top of the corporate ladder—and then realize God has an even bigger mission for you? In this episode of Called, Fr. Mike Schmitz sits down with JoAnn Chávez: former C-Suite executive...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
In this episode of Called, Father Mike Schmitz sits down with Mark Rienzi, the President and CEO of the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty. Mark has led an extraordinary, unbroken string of landmark victories at the US...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 episode of Called, Fr...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 share a powerful story of...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 children were diagnosed...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 follow God’s call...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 transform culture. From...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 Scotland to feeding...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 that go beyond the...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 her sister Bella and...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 enhance the sacredness of...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 poor.” Kerry shares her...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 healing. Dave shares...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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, president of the...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 walls into a mission...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 industry can become a...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 generation in faith and...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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 Psalm 23, they...
Called (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
“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 the face, heart...
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founder and CEO, Mary’s Meals
director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, University of Minnesota, Duluth
Executive Director for Global & National Initiatives, Leadership Roundtable, Catholic Charities, USA
Executive Director of Career and Professional Development, Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School
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