What is the sin that ‘cannot be forgiven’? Ask Father Mike Jan 1, 2025 I heard that Jesus said there is a sin that cannot be forgiven. What is this sin? Why can’t God forgive it? Read More
How do I know if it’s God speaking to me? Ask Father Mike Nov 1, 2024 I’ve been praying, but sometimes I don’t know if what I’m thinking is actually God’s voice or if it is my own thoughts. Is there any way I can tell? Read More
What can I do for my kids who don’t practice the faith? Ask Father Mike Oct 1, 2024 When our kids do not embrace the faith, we ask the question, “What did I do wrong?” but we also ask the question, “What can I do now?” Read More
Is it OK to look for ‘signs’ after a loved one dies? Ask Father Mike Sep 1, 2024 I would like to make a distinction between ‘signs’ and ‘reminders’. Read More
What should we make of celebrity converts? Ask Father Mike Jul 1, 2024 I am grateful that you asked this question. In fact, I’ve been pondering this for a number of years now: What do we “do” with “famous Catholics”? Read More
How can I know when I’m just making excuses? Ask Father Mike May 1, 2024 Let’s get to the heart of your question. There can be a real difference between an excuse and a genuine reason. Read More
Why we struggle to pause and reflect Ask Father Mike Apr 1, 2024 We are so caught up in the need to move on to the next thing that we have lost the ability to pause. Read More
When it feels like my prayers don’t do anything Ask Father Mike Mar 1, 2024 This is a great question because it reveals you are aware of God’s desire that we turn to him in our need. Read More
How do I handle distractions in prayer? Ask Father Mike Jan 1, 2024 I have been trying to pray more regularly, but I keep getting so distracted. It is really frustrating. What am I doing wrong? Read More
Faith is more than just agreeing with God and the Church Ask Father Mike Dec 1, 2023 I have a friend with whom I am trying to share the Gospel. He has great questions, but I’m not sure if he has faith yet. What should I do? Read More
Why doesn’t everyone have faith in God? Ask Father Mike Nov 1, 2023 Why do some people have faith and others don’t? What if I personally don’t feel like I have faith? Read More
When we feel like hypocrites and phonies Ask Father Mike Oct 1, 2023 I say that I believe in God, but then I don’t always live the way I should live as a disciple of Jesus. Read More
Before you go to ‘communion’ at another church ... Ask Father Mike Sep 1, 2023 I recently received communion in a non-Catholic church. Did I do something wrong? Read More
Why do I still feel badly about my sins after I’ve confessed? Ask Father Mike Jul 1, 2023 I’ve been to confession, and I know that God has forgiven my sins. But I still feel badly about them. What should I do? Read More
Am I a good person? Ask Father Mike Jun 1, 2023 I am writing because I keep coming back to the same question, “Am I a good person?” Read More
How could I have been so wrong in what God was calling me to do? Ask Father Mike Apr 1, 2023 There are a few things to keep in mind when discerning God’s will. Read More
How Should I Handle the New Year? Ask Father Mike Mar 1, 2023 With the start of the New Year, I always feel like I should make a resolution. Read More
How Can I Overcome a Problem With Pride? Ask Father Mike Mar 1, 2023 It seems to me that it is one of my more serious faults. What do I do? Read More
God Has Forgiven Me; How Do I Forgive Myself? Ask Father Mike Nov 19, 2021 I’ve been to confession, but I can’t seem to be able to forgive myself. What do I do? Read More
Duties weighing on us? Remember ‘backwards blessings’ Ask Father Mike Oct 1, 2021 I find myself consistently becoming more and more aware of the good things in other people's lives — and the lack of good things in my life. Read More
How can I get more out of Mass while wrangling with kids? Ask Father Mike Sep 3, 2021 You have just described the experience of probably every single Catholic parent who has ever brought their children to Mass. Read More
What Should a Catholic Make of ‘Cancel Culture’? Ask Father Mike Jul 1, 2021 I have noticed something happening in our society that people have called “cancel culture.” How are we supposed to respond to this as Christians? Read More
Does God Just Coerce People into Following Him? Ask Father Mike Jun 1, 2021 These are the kinds of questions that can lead to a deepening and maturing of faith, so I am very glad that you asked about this. Read More
For Faith to Grow, Keep a Faith-Friendly Environment Ask Father Mike May 1, 2021 I feel like my faith keeps failing. What can I do to maintain a strong and lively faith? Read More
What Am I Doing Wrong When I Don’t Feel Close to God? Ask Father Mike Apr 1, 2021 This is a great question, and I would like to look at it in two parts. Read More