Fr. Mike Reacts to Olympics "Last Supper"

Summary

Father Mike Schmidtz discusses his upcoming '4 City Tour' in October, promoting his website for more information. He addresses the Olympics opening ceremony, expressing initial non-offense at its perceived blasphemy, then shifts to a prayer of reparation for the insult against God. He emphasizes the depth of God's love and the importance of honoring Him, recognizing that the world often forgets or mocks God, but as Christians, they must remember and respect Him.

Takeaways

• ⛪ Father Mike Schmitz will be going on a four-city tour in October to present an important message.
• 🌍 He reflects on recent events, particularly the Olympics, and how they relate to the Catholic faith.
• 🙏 He appreciates those who have stood up for the Lord and the Church, calling out blasphemous actions.
• 🕊️ Father Mike discusses the significance of the Last Supper and the deep spiritual meaning behind it.
• ⚖️ He is not surprised by the world's disrespect towards Christianity, referencing historical events like the French Revolution.
• 🤔 He questions why Christians should expect the world to respect their faith, noting that it would be foolish.
• 💔 He talks about how the world often mocks religious symbols and beliefs, yet he remains unoffended due to his lack of respect for the offending art.
• 💡 A prayer shared by Matt Fradd shifted his perspective, reminding him that blasphemy is an insult against God, not against Christians personally.
• 📿 Father Mike emphasizes the importance of praying in reparation for insults against God and not just focusing on personal offense.
• 🛡️ He concludes that Christians are not victims but are called to honor God in a world that often forgets Him.

Q & A

Who is the speaker in the transcript?

The speaker is Father Mike Schmitz.

What event is Father Mike Schmitz planning in October?

Father Mike Schmitz is planning a four-city tour in October.

Where can more information about the tour be found?

More information about the tour can be found at ascensionpress.com under 'mik tour'.

What recent event is Father Mike Schmitz reflecting on in his speech?

Father Mike Schmitz is reflecting on the opening ceremonies of the Olympics, particularly the depiction of a scene that he believes mocks the Last Supper.

How does Father Mike Schmitz feel about the depiction of the Last Supper in the opening ceremonies?

Father Mike Schmitz finds it offensive and blasphemous, though he clarifies that he is not personally offended because he does not respect the intent behind the art.

What historical context does Father Mike Schmitz mention to explain his reaction?

He mentions the French Revolution, where many priests, monks, and nuns were murdered, to illustrate a long history of disrespect toward the Catholic Church.

Why does Father Mike Schmitz believe it is important to not be offended?

He believes that expecting the world to respect Christianity is foolish, and instead, he emphasizes understanding that blasphemy is an insult against God, not against him personally.

What does Father Mike Schmitz suggest as a response to blasphemy?

He suggests praying in reparation for the insults against God, as this aligns with honoring God and not allowing the world to forget Him.

What realization did Father Mike Schmitz have while praying a prayer of reparation?

He realized that the offense at the Olympics was not about him or the Church, but about God Himself, and that the true issue was the mockery of God.

What message does Father Mike Schmitz want to convey about Christians’ response to mockery of their faith?

He wants to convey that Christians are not victims and should not be surprised by the world's mockery. Instead, they should focus on honoring and loving God, despite the world’s disregard.