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    <title>Ave Explores  - Episodes Tagged with “Shannon Wimp Schmidt”</title>
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    <itunes:summary>A project of Ave Maria Press, Ave Explores helps you discover and learn about aspects of the Catholic faith from a variety of different angles, looking at topics relevant to the  spiritual life in a fresh, engaging, and practical way. 
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  <title>Week 4: From Rome to Philly: Archbishop Pérez Shares the News of Pope Leo</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>When Pope Leo was elected on May 8, 2025, Archbishop Nelson Pérez was flying home to Philadelphia from Rome. Mid-flight, he got to share the historic news with his fellow passengers. In this episode, Archbishop Pérez reflects on Pope Leo’s leadership style, his vision for the Church, and his awareness of the world’s challenges—qualities that are inspiring Catholics everywhere to renew their witness to Christ’s love and their commitment to making disciples. And yes, the new pope even has a Philly connection: he’s a Villanova grad with a standing order from Wawa.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>52:49</itunes:duration>
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  <description>When Pope Leo was elected on May 8, 2025, Archbishop Nelson Pérez was flying home to Philadelphia from Rome. Mid-flight, he got to share the historic news with his fellow passengers. In this episode, Archbishop Pérez reflects on Pope Leo’s leadership style, his vision for the Church, and his awareness of the world’s challenges—qualities that are inspiring Catholics everywhere to renew their witness to Christ’s love and their commitment to making disciples. And yes, the new pope even has a Philly connection: he’s a Villanova grad with a standing order from Wawa.
We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!
Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/) 
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  <itunes:keywords>Ave Explores, Katie McGrady, from Leo XIII to Leo XIV, Shannon Wimp Schmidt, José Manuel de Urquidi, Inés San Martín, Msgr. Roger Landry, Archbishop Nelson Pérez, Ave Maria Press, Praying with the Popes, Catholic Social Teaching</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>When Pope Leo was elected on May 8, 2025, Archbishop Nelson Pérez was flying home to Philadelphia from Rome. Mid-flight, he got to share the historic news with his fellow passengers. In this episode, Archbishop Pérez reflects on Pope Leo’s leadership style, his vision for the Church, and his awareness of the world’s challenges—qualities that are inspiring Catholics everywhere to renew their witness to Christ’s love and their commitment to making disciples. And yes, the new pope even has a Philly connection: he’s a Villanova grad with a standing order from Wawa.</p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores " rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-series/signup">Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores </a></li><li><a title="Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-with-the-popes">Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>When Pope Leo was elected on May 8, 2025, Archbishop Nelson Pérez was flying home to Philadelphia from Rome. Mid-flight, he got to share the historic news with his fellow passengers. In this episode, Archbishop Pérez reflects on Pope Leo’s leadership style, his vision for the Church, and his awareness of the world’s challenges—qualities that are inspiring Catholics everywhere to renew their witness to Christ’s love and their commitment to making disciples. And yes, the new pope even has a Philly connection: he’s a Villanova grad with a standing order from Wawa.</p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores " rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-series/signup">Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores </a></li><li><a title="Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-with-the-popes">Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Week Three: Pope Leo, the Missionary Pope with Msgr. Roger Landry of the Pontifical Mission Societies</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Pope Leo is the first missionary Pope since St. Peter, and it is already quite evident how his formation as a missionary in Peru is guiding his papal ministry. Msgr. Roger Landry, the National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States, shares how the Holy Father is walking in the footsteps of his predecessors by first reminding us that we are called to "go out to all the world and share the good news" with a missionary mindset and a willing heart.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>Pope Leo is the first missionary Pope since St. Peter, and it is already quite evident how his formation as a missionary in Peru is guiding his papal ministry. Msgr. Roger Landry, the National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States, shares how the Holy Father is walking in the footsteps of his predecessors by first reminding us that we are called to "go out to all the world and share the good news" with a missionary mindset and a willing heart.
We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!
Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/) 
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    <![CDATA[<p>Pope Leo is the first missionary Pope since St. Peter, and it is already quite evident how his formation as a missionary in Peru is guiding his papal ministry. Msgr. Roger Landry, the National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States, shares how the Holy Father is walking in the footsteps of his predecessors by first reminding us that we are called to &quot;go out to all the world and share the good news&quot; with a missionary mindset and a willing heart.</p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores " rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-series/signup">Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores </a></li><li><a title="Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-with-the-popes">Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Pope Leo is the first missionary Pope since St. Peter, and it is already quite evident how his formation as a missionary in Peru is guiding his papal ministry. Msgr. Roger Landry, the National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States, shares how the Holy Father is walking in the footsteps of his predecessors by first reminding us that we are called to &quot;go out to all the world and share the good news&quot; with a missionary mindset and a willing heart.</p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores " rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-series/signup">Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores </a></li><li><a title="Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-with-the-popes">Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Week Two: The Uniqueness of Each Pope with Inés San Martín and José Manuel de Urquidi</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ave Maria Press</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Katie sits down with José Manuel de Urquidi of the Juan Diego Network and Inés San Martín of the Pontifical Mission Societies to discuss their personal experiences with Pope Francis and Pope Leo. Together, they explore how to understand Pope Francis’s legacy and the unfolding mission of Pope Leo. Reflecting on cultural nuances and the influence of social media, José Manuel and Inés reveal how each pope’s distinct personality and leadership style can be appreciated in light of those who came before.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:14:01</itunes:duration>
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  <description>Katie sits down with José Manuel de Urquidi of the Juan Diego Network and Inés San Martín of the Pontifical Mission Societies to discuss their personal experiences with Pope Francis and Pope Leo. Together, they explore how to understand Pope Francis’s legacy and the unfolding mission of Pope Leo. Reflecting on cultural nuances and the influence of social media, José Manuel and Inés reveal how each pope’s distinct personality and leadership style can be appreciated in light of those who came before.
We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!
Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/) 
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  <itunes:keywords>Ave Explores, Katie McGrady, from Leo XIII to Leo XIV, Shannon Wimp Schmidt, José Manuel de Urquidi, Inés San Martín, Msgr. Roger Landry, Archbishop Nelson Pérez, Ave Maria Press, Praying with the Popes, Catholic Social Teaching</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Katie sits down with José Manuel de Urquidi of the Juan Diego Network and Inés San Martín of the Pontifical Mission Societies to discuss their personal experiences with Pope Francis and Pope Leo. Together, they explore how to understand Pope Francis’s legacy and the unfolding mission of Pope Leo. Reflecting on cultural nuances and the influence of social media, José Manuel and Inés reveal how each pope’s distinct personality and leadership style can be appreciated in light of those who came before.</p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores " rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-series/signup">Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores </a></li><li><a title="Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-with-the-popes">Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Katie sits down with José Manuel de Urquidi of the Juan Diego Network and Inés San Martín of the Pontifical Mission Societies to discuss their personal experiences with Pope Francis and Pope Leo. Together, they explore how to understand Pope Francis’s legacy and the unfolding mission of Pope Leo. Reflecting on cultural nuances and the influence of social media, José Manuel and Inés reveal how each pope’s distinct personality and leadership style can be appreciated in light of those who came before.</p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores " rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-series/signup">Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores </a></li><li><a title="Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-with-the-popes">Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Week One: A Dozen Popes with Shannon Wimp Schmidt</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ave Maria Press</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Shannon Wimp Schmidt joins Katie to explore the significance of the papacy, highlighting key teachings and defining moments from the past twelve popes—from Leo XIII at the turn of the twentieth century to Leo XIV today. Together they trace how the papacy has evolved through the personalities, styles, and themes each pope brought to their encyclicals and homilies, showing how the Lord continues to guide his Church. In the end, they consider a personal question: What role does the pope play in our individual faith journeys today?</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:00:56</itunes:duration>
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  <description>Shannon Wimp Schmidt joins Katie to explore the significance of the papacy, highlighting key teachings and defining moments from the past twelve popes—from Leo XIII at the turn of the twentieth century to Leo XIV today. Together they trace how the papacy has evolved through the personalities, styles, and themes each pope brought to their encyclicals and homilies, showing how the Lord continues to guide his Church. 
In the end, they consider a personal question: What role does the pope play in our individual faith journeys today?
We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!
Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/) 
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  <itunes:keywords>Ave Explores, Katie McGrady, from Leo XIII to Leo XIV, Shannon Wimp Schmidt, José Manuel de Urquidi, Inés San Martín, Msgr. Roger Landry, Archbishop Nelson Pérez, Ave Maria Press, Praying with the Popes, Catholic Social Teaching</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Shannon Wimp Schmidt joins Katie to explore the significance of the papacy, highlighting key teachings and defining moments from the past twelve popes—from Leo XIII at the turn of the twentieth century to Leo XIV today. Together they trace how the papacy has evolved through the personalities, styles, and themes each pope brought to their encyclicals and homilies, showing how the Lord continues to guide his Church. </p>

<p><strong>In the end, they consider a personal question: What role does the pope play in our individual faith journeys today?</strong></p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores " rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-series/signup">Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores </a></li><li><a title="Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-with-the-popes">Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Shannon Wimp Schmidt joins Katie to explore the significance of the papacy, highlighting key teachings and defining moments from the past twelve popes—from Leo XIII at the turn of the twentieth century to Leo XIV today. Together they trace how the papacy has evolved through the personalities, styles, and themes each pope brought to their encyclicals and homilies, showing how the Lord continues to guide his Church. </p>

<p><strong>In the end, they consider a personal question: What role does the pope play in our individual faith journeys today?</strong></p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores " rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-series/signup">Sign Up to Receive Emails for Ave Explores </a></li><li><a title="Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-with-the-popes">Order Your copy of Praying with the Popes Today!</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Teaser: Leo in the Fisherman's Shoes featuring Katie McGrady</title>
  <link>https://aveexplores.fireside.fm/aveexploresfromleotoleomcgradyteaser</link>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ave Maria Press</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>When Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected to the papacy on May 8, 2025, he stepped into the metaphorical shoes of the fisherman worn by 266 men before him. Choosing a name that hadn't been held by a pope in over 100 years, he entered an office held by men with varied personalities, lofty goals, numerous agendas and projects. Learning about those popes only helps us understand this current pope, and when we watch what Pope Leo does, says, writes, and where he'll go, we do so in light of all the ones who have done things in the papacy before. This upcoming series of Ave Explores will take a look at the history of the papacy, and the work of the popes, from Pope Leo XIII at the turn of the century up to Pope Leo XIV today.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>22:36</itunes:duration>
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  <description>When Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected to the papacy on May 8, 2025, he stepped into the metaphorical shoes of the fisherman worn by 266 men before him. Choosing a name that hadn't been held by a pope in over 100 years, he entered an office held by men with varied personalities, lofty goals, numerous agendas and projects. Learning about those popes only helps us understand this current pope, and when we watch what Pope Leo does, says, writes, and where he'll go, we do so in light of all the ones who have done things in the papacy before. This upcoming series of Ave Explores will take a look at the history of the papacy, and the work of the popes, from Pope Leo XIII at the turn of the century up to Pope Leo XIV today.
We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!
Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/) 
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  <itunes:keywords>Ave Explores, Katie McGrady, from Leo XIII to Leo XIV, Shannon Wimp Schmidt, José Manuel de Urquidi, Inés San Martín, Msgr. Roger Landry, Archbishop Nelson Pérez, Ave Maria Press, Praying with the Popes, Catholic Social Teaching</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>When Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected to the papacy on May 8, 2025, he stepped into the metaphorical shoes of the fisherman worn by 266 men before him. Choosing a name that hadn&#39;t been held by a pope in over 100 years, he entered an office held by men with varied personalities, lofty goals, numerous agendas and projects. Learning about those popes only helps us understand this current pope, and when we watch what Pope Leo does, says, writes, and where he&#39;ll go, we do so in light of all the ones who have done things in the papacy before. This upcoming series of Ave Explores will take a look at the history of the papacy, and the work of the popes, from Pope Leo XIII at the turn of the century up to Pope Leo XIV today.</p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

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    <![CDATA[<p>When Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected to the papacy on May 8, 2025, he stepped into the metaphorical shoes of the fisherman worn by 266 men before him. Choosing a name that hadn&#39;t been held by a pope in over 100 years, he entered an office held by men with varied personalities, lofty goals, numerous agendas and projects. Learning about those popes only helps us understand this current pope, and when we watch what Pope Leo does, says, writes, and where he&#39;ll go, we do so in light of all the ones who have done things in the papacy before. This upcoming series of Ave Explores will take a look at the history of the papacy, and the work of the popes, from Pope Leo XIII at the turn of the century up to Pope Leo XIV today.</p>

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  <title>Preparing for the Mass with Mark Hart</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Mark Hart discusses how being open and prepared for Mass—even in the midst of our busy lives—allows us to fully experience the fruits of the Eucharist and to understand the gift of the Mass.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>31:24</itunes:duration>
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  <description>Mark Hart discusses how being open and prepared for Mass—even in the midst of our busy lives—allows us to fully experience the fruits of the Eucharist and to understand the gift of the Mass. 
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    <![CDATA[<p>Mark Hart discusses how being open and prepared for Mass—even in the midst of our busy lives—allows us to fully experience the fruits of the Eucharist and to understand the gift of the Mass.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Use code AEXHART to get 25% OFF your purchase of Mark Hart&#39;s new book, One Sunday at a Time." rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/one-sunday-at-a-time">Use code AEXHART to get 25% OFF your purchase of Mark Hart's new book, One Sunday at a Time.</a></li><li><a title="Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/avemariapress/">Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Mark Hart discusses how being open and prepared for Mass—even in the midst of our busy lives—allows us to fully experience the fruits of the Eucharist and to understand the gift of the Mass.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Use code AEXHART to get 25% OFF your purchase of Mark Hart&#39;s new book, One Sunday at a Time." rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/one-sunday-at-a-time">Use code AEXHART to get 25% OFF your purchase of Mark Hart's new book, One Sunday at a Time.</a></li><li><a title="Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/avemariapress/">Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>The Mass as a Weekend Experience with  Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran </title>
  <link>https://aveexplores.fireside.fm/aveexploresthemasswhiteandcorcoran</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ave Maria Press</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran—coauthors of the bestselling _Rebuilt_—discuss how the culture of their parish was transformed when they began to focus on Mass as a weekend experience that begins in the parking lot and culminates in the celebration of the liturgy. The two also share how they help families engage in worship.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>33:18</itunes:duration>
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  <description>Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran—coauthors of the bestselling Rebuilt—discuss how the culture of their parish was transformed when they began to focus on Mass as a weekend experience that begins in the parking lot and culminates in the celebration of the liturgy. The two also share how they help families engage in worship. 
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    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran—coauthors of the bestselling <em>Rebuilt</em>—discuss how the culture of their parish was transformed when they began to focus on Mass as a weekend experience that begins in the parking lot and culminates in the celebration of the liturgy. The two also share how they help families engage in worship.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Learn More about Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.churchnativity.com/">Learn More about Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran—coauthors of the bestselling <em>Rebuilt</em>—discuss how the culture of their parish was transformed when they began to focus on Mass as a weekend experience that begins in the parking lot and culminates in the celebration of the liturgy. The two also share how they help families engage in worship.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Learn More about Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.churchnativity.com/">Learn More about Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>How the Mass Converted a Family with Amber Casey</title>
  <link>https://aveexplores.fireside.fm/aveexploresthemasscasey</link>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ave Maria Press</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6a318dcd-0de6-440f-b0ed-4c3f7cc314bd/1aa3a826-f330-4dc2-ab8e-2cfd8542e8f9.mp3" length="45852812" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:season>16</itunes:season>
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  <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>47:06</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <itunes:keywords>Ave Maria Press, Ave Explores, Katie Prejean McGrady, The Mass, Fr. Patrick Briscoe, OP, Mark Hart, Fr. Michael White, Tom Corcoran, Fr, Tim Grumbach, Paula Huston, Amber Casey, Fr. Joshua Whitfield, Susan Timoney, Timothy P. O'Malley, Shannon Wimp Schmidt, Deacon Greg Kandra, Emily Stimpson Chapman, Fr. Ajani Gibson  </itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET" rel="nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/NDAvYRZzR9joF2s49">Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET" rel="nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/NDAvYRZzR9joF2s49">Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>The Latin Mass and Novus Ordo with Fr. Tim Grumbach</title>
  <link>https://aveexplores.fireside.fm/aveexploresthemassgrumbach</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ave Maria Press</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6a318dcd-0de6-440f-b0ed-4c3f7cc314bd/65c63cfc-ebbc-4d91-a88f-07dfb0f06b48.mp3" length="57968777" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>During the pandemic, Fr. Tim Grumbach, a priest of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, learned how to say the Extraordinary Form of the Mass, also known at the Latin Mass. He reflects on how saying both the Latin Mass and the Novus Ordo--the Mass most Catholics participate in today--enhanced his appreciation for the liturgy and helped him become a better priest.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>59:44</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>During the pandemic, Fr. Tim Grumbach, a priest of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, learned how to say the Extraordinary Form of the Mass, also known at the Latin Mass. He reflects on how saying both the Latin Mass and the Novus Ordo--the Mass most Catholics participate in today--enhanced his appreciation for the liturgy and helped him become a better priest. 
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    <![CDATA[<p>During the pandemic, Fr. Tim Grumbach, a priest of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, learned how to say the Extraordinary Form of the Mass, also known at the Latin Mass. He reflects on how saying both the Latin Mass and the Novus Ordo--the Mass most Catholics participate in today--enhanced his appreciation for the liturgy and helped him become a better priest.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET" rel="nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/NDAvYRZzR9joF2s49">Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>During the pandemic, Fr. Tim Grumbach, a priest of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, learned how to say the Extraordinary Form of the Mass, also known at the Latin Mass. He reflects on how saying both the Latin Mass and the Novus Ordo--the Mass most Catholics participate in today--enhanced his appreciation for the liturgy and helped him become a better priest.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET" rel="nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/NDAvYRZzR9joF2s49">Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Cultural Experiences in Mass with Fr. Ajani Gibson</title>
  <link>https://aveexplores.fireside.fm/aveexploresthemassgibson</link>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ave Maria Press</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6a318dcd-0de6-440f-b0ed-4c3f7cc314bd/d0d4dbee-de59-4493-9c72-2705911d81dd.mp3" length="56396570" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Ajani Gibson, a newly ordained priest of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, discusses how culture can permeate  the liturgy in beautiful ways. He says that when we make space for cultural expression in the Mass we elevate our worship and the body of Christ becomes more united.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>58:07</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>Fr. Ajani Gibson, a newly ordained priest of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, discusses how culture can permeate  the liturgy in beautiful ways. He says that when we make space for cultural expression in the Mass we elevate our worship and the body of Christ becomes more united. 
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  <itunes:keywords>Ave Maria Press, Ave Explores, Katie Prejean McGrady, The Mass, Fr. Patrick Briscoe, OP, Mark Hart, Fr. Michael White, Tom Corcoran, Fr, Tim Grumbach, Paula Huston, Amber Casey, Fr. Joshua Whitfield, Susan Timoney, Timothy P. O'Malley, Shannon Wimp Schmidt, Deacon Greg Kandra, Emily Stimpson Chapman, Fr. Ajani Gibson  </itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Ajani Gibson, a newly ordained priest of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, discusses how culture can permeate  the liturgy in beautiful ways. He says that when we make space for cultural expression in the Mass we elevate our worship and the body of Christ becomes more united.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET" rel="nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/NDAvYRZzR9joF2s49">Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Ajani Gibson, a newly ordained priest of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, discusses how culture can permeate  the liturgy in beautiful ways. He says that when we make space for cultural expression in the Mass we elevate our worship and the body of Christ becomes more united.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET" rel="nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/NDAvYRZzR9joF2s49">Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Overcoming Distractions During Mass with Shannon Wimp Schmidt</title>
  <link>https://aveexplores.fireside.fm/aveexploresthemassschmidt</link>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ave Maria Press</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Have you ever been distracted by the many sights and sounds at Mass? Shannon Wimp Schmidt, a mother who also has more than a decade of experience in youth and parish ministry, says you can overcome distractions by building holy habits and engaging in contemplative prayer.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>38:32</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>Have you ever been distracted by the many sights and sounds at Mass? Shannon Wimp Schmidt, a mother who also has more than a decade of experience in youth and parish ministry, says you can overcome distractions by building holy habits and engaging in contemplative prayer. 
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    <![CDATA[<p>Have you ever been distracted by the many sights and sounds at Mass? Shannon Wimp Schmidt, a mother who also has more than a decade of experience in youth and parish ministry, says you can overcome distractions by building holy habits and engaging in contemplative prayer.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET" rel="nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/NDAvYRZzR9joF2s49">Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET</a></li><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Learn More About Shannon Wimp Schmidt" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/authors/shannon-wimp-schmidt">Learn More About Shannon Wimp Schmidt</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Have you ever been distracted by the many sights and sounds at Mass? Shannon Wimp Schmidt, a mother who also has more than a decade of experience in youth and parish ministry, says you can overcome distractions by building holy habits and engaging in contemplative prayer.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET" rel="nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/NDAvYRZzR9joF2s49">Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET</a></li><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Learn More About Shannon Wimp Schmidt" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/authors/shannon-wimp-schmidt">Learn More About Shannon Wimp Schmidt</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>How the Laity Can Prepare for Mass with Fr. Joshua Whitfield</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ave Maria Press</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle> Fr. Joshua Whitfield, pastor of St. Rita Catholic Church in Dallas, Texas, provides practical tips for preparing for Mass. He also discusses his conversion from the Anglican Church to Catholicism.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description> Fr. Joshua Whitfield, pastor of St. Rita Catholic Church in Dallas, Texas, provides practical tips for preparing for Mass. He also discusses his conversion from the Anglican Church to Catholicism. 
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  <title>How the Eucharist Grounds Us with Timothy P. O'Malley</title>
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  <pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Theologian Timothy P. O'Malley provides an overview of the USCCB's Eucharistic Revival and discusses how the Mass should not only be integral to the life of the parish, but also in our everyday lives.</itunes:subtitle>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Theologian Timothy P. O&#39;Malley provides an overview of the USCCB&#39;s Eucharistic Revival and discusses how the Mass should not only be integral to the life of the parish, but also in our everyday lives.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/aveexplores-the-mass">Sign Up for Ave Explores: The Mass</a></li><li><a title="Learn More about the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame" rel="nofollow" href="https://mcgrath.nd.edu/">Learn More about the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame</a></li><li><a title="Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET" rel="nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/LvAypx426HHrhuMQ6">Submit Questions about the Mass for IG Live May 31, 12:30 p.m. ET</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <title>What is the Mass? with Susan M. Timoney</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>In this episode, theologian Susan M. Timoney discusses the history and structure of the Mass. She will help you understand why worship at the altar is the most essential form of prayer for believers.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <title>Learning to Listen with Shannon Schmidt</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Shannon Schmidt, a pastoral associate in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, discusses how working in parish ministry has taught her the value of listening and meeting people where they are in order to provide them with what they need.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>39:57</itunes:duration>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Shannon Schmidt, a pastoral associate in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, discusses how working in parish ministry has taught her the value of listening and meeting people where they are in order to provide them with what they need.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/avemariapress/">Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram</a></li><li><a title="Follow Shannon Wimp Schmidt on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/wimpschmidt/?hl=en">Follow Shannon Wimp Schmidt on Instagram</a></li><li><a title="Preorder Shannon&#39;s New book" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/fat-luther-slim-pickins">Preorder Shannon's New book</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Shannon Schmidt, a pastoral associate in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, discusses how working in parish ministry has taught her the value of listening and meeting people where they are in order to provide them with what they need.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/avemariapress/">Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram</a></li><li><a title="Follow Shannon Wimp Schmidt on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/wimpschmidt/?hl=en">Follow Shannon Wimp Schmidt on Instagram</a></li><li><a title="Preorder Shannon&#39;s New book" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/fat-luther-slim-pickins">Preorder Shannon's New book</a></li></ul>]]>
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