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Bill Schmitt

Bill Schmitt is a journalist, educator, and marketing communications specialist who has been an adjunct professor of English and media at several schools, most recently Holy Cross College in Notre Dame, IN. He served on the communications staff of the University of Notre Dame from 2003 to 2017, managing many projects and joining in a wide range of multimedia, interdisciplinary collaborations. Since then, his freelance work has included feature-writing, editing, podcasting, and blogging, with much of his work centered on the Catholic faith. Bill holds a BA from Fordham University and an MPA from the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs. Find his work at billschmitt.substack.com, OnWord.net, and billschmitt-onword on Linked-In.

Blog Post by Bill Schmitt

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Advent Lessons: Fr. Mychal Judge’s Prayerful Example

Discover powerful Advent lessons inspired by Father Mychal Judge’s prayerful example and the rich story of salvation history.

Bill Schmitt6 min read

Holy Days of Obligation: To Make and Keep Them Holy

Discover the meaning and significance of Holy Days of Obligation in the Catholic Church. Learn how these solemn days connect faith, tradition, & community.

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It’s Time to Baptize the Gig Economy

Explore the gig economy—insights on improving commitment and purpose in today’s gig economy and beyond.

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Pope Francis on Risks of AI: A ‘Theology of the Disembodied’

A look at Pope Francis's World Communications Day message that discusses the risks of AI—an important topic for today's technologically driven society.

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We Seek Authenticity, But Be Careful Defining What’s Real

The 2023 Word of the Year—authenticity—holds timeless lessons on integrity, inspires conversation about truth, and encourages seeking God.

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We Need a Little Advent, Right This Very Minute

Learn why we need a little advent—especially the short-term prep for Christmas and the long-term prep for Jesus's Second Coming.

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The Pop-Culture “Catechism” and “Spotlight” Evangelization

Today, evangelization is faced with many obstacles in the modern world. Read Bill Schmitt's call for spotlight evangelization and its importance.

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Let 'Gaslighting' Illuminate the Need for Truth

Merriam-Webster’s 2022 word of the year, 'gaslighting,' brings a timely catechetical relevance: a need for truth in today's culture.

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PSA: There's a Better Way to Contemplate the 'Ultimate Bad News'

As New York releases a PSA about a nuclear attack, what should our response as Christians be? The Church offers alternative ways of contemplating death.

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The Teacher and the Call to Catechize

In this article, we explain that all teachers are called to catechize and what it catechizing your students really looks like.

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Lenten Consecration That Speaks to Mary and Us

Commentary on Pope Francis' recent consecration of Russia and Ukraine, hoping to inspire others to pursue an enriched Lenten experience.

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Between the Lines, Young Writers Reveal Hope

Ultimate happiness and culture-healing result from teaching skills that allow students to use meaningful communication and push conversations forward.

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