Father Mike Schmitz is an American Catholic priest, speaker, author, and podcaster serving in the Diocese of Duluth, Minnesota. He is the director of youth and young adult ministry and the chaplain at the Newman Center at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Schmitz has gained significant recognition for his work with Ascension Press, where he has authored several study programs, including the Belonging study program, and contributed to others like Altaration and YOU.
In addition to his written works, Fr. Schmitz is a prominent figure in digital media, particularly through Ascension Presents, where he shares weekly YouTube videos that provide Catholic perspectives on various cultural and societal issues. His talks have also been made available in podcast form since 2017, with his most notable podcast being The Bible in a Year, which has further expanded his reach and influence within the Catholic community.
