Faithful & Authentic: The All Saints Parish Podcast

How do you lovingly correct someone who is living away from God?
In this week's Alive, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on Matthew 18:15-20 and Ezekiel 33, where God reminds us that love sometimes requires difficult conversations. True charity isn't ignoring sin—it cares enough to help someone find freedom, healing, and life in Christ.
Jesus gives us a practical roadmap for restoring relationships through truth, mercy, and forgiveness. Rather than avoiding difficult conversations, we're invited to lovingly guide one another toward holiness.
Take time to reflect on this Sunday's Gospel with the discussion questions below.
Discussion Questions
What is the message or story of this Gospel?
What is the Good News in this passage?
What should we do if our brother sins against us? What is our normal instinct?
Have you ever been wronged by a family member or friend? How did it feel? How did you react?
This passage lays out a plan: talk to the individual, bring a witness, go to the community (the Church), and if needed, reject the person. Does this sound reasonable?
What does it mean to bind and loose?
How often do you pray with others?
What could you do to have more opportunities to pray with others?
Name people you could pray with, then act on this desire.
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Why does the Catholic Church ask Mary to pray for us?
In this powerful homily, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on the unnamed woman in Matthew's Gospel whose persistent faith wins healing for her daughter. He reveals how this woman is an image of the Church—and ultimately points us to the Blessed Virgin Mary, our Mother, who continually intercedes for us before her Son.
In this homily you'll discover:
Why unnamed women in Scripture are so significant
How the Church is the Bride of Christ
Why Catholics ask Mary and the saints to pray for us
The beauty of the Communion of Saints
How your own prayers can change lives—and even change the world
Fr. Meyer also challenges us to expand our prayers beyond ourselves and our families, boldly interceding for the conversion of the entire world.
"O woman, great is your faith."
May we become people who never stop praying.
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Jesus built His Church on Peter—and He calls each of us to help others discover the beauty of the Catholic faith.
In this homily, Fr. John Hollowell:
explains the famous "Petros vs. Petra" objection to the papacy,
shows why Jesus truly established His Church on Peter,
discusses why the Church's interpretation of Scripture matters,
and challenges every Catholic to "Walk With One" by inviting one person to explore the Catholic faith.
You don't have to know every answer. You simply have to be willing to walk alongside one person and invite them closer to Christ.
"Who is the one person God is asking you to walk with?"
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Jesus had just given Peter the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven... and only moments later He says to him:
"Get behind me, Satan."
Why?
Because Peter wanted to protect Jesus from the cross. But Jesus makes it clear that there is no Resurrection without the Cross.
In this week's ALIVE, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on Matthew 16 and reminds us that we all face crosses in our lives. The temptation is to escape them—to numb the pain with distractions, entertainment, technology, or anything that keeps us from embracing what God is doing.
But Christ offers a different path:
✝️ Deny yourself.✝️ Take up your cross.✝️ Follow Him.
The promise of the Gospel is that behind every cross is a resurrection. There is hope. There is healing. There is new life.
Reflection Questions:
What cross am I trying to avoid?
Where am I tempted to numb my pain instead of entrusting it to Christ?
How is Jesus inviting me to trust Him more deeply today?
Discussion questions are included below. Share this video with someone who needs hope and encouragement.
"If anyone wishes to come after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me." — Matthew 16
God bless, and thank you for watching ALIVE!
 
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time- September 3Matthew 16:21-27What is the message or story?What is the Good News in this passage?Why did Jesus have to suffer in Jerusalem?  Why was this necessary?Have you ever had a friend or family member who suffered greatly?If you were Peter, would you have acted differently (tried to stop the suffering)?Why is suffering important- redemptive?What does Jesus call Peter?  How easy is it to think as human beings and not like God? What are tips or ways to help us think like God?We are called to deny ourselves.  This is true in all aspects of life, give some examples?The world wants us to seek after pleasure and comfort; does this ever work?We will be repaid according to our conduct.  What has your conduct been like?  Do you need confession?
 

Who do you say that Jesus is?
In this week's ALIVE, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on one of the most important passages in all of Scripture: Matthew 16.
This is the moment Jesus gives St. Peter the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven, establishing the authority that continues through the papacy. It's also the passage where Jesus asks every disciple a deeply personal question:
"Who do you say that I am?"
In this video you'll discover:
Why Matthew 16 is a passage every Catholic should know
The biblical foundation for the papacy
Why Peter receives the keys to the Kingdom
How this passage helps Catholics explain and defend their faith
A personal challenge to deepen your relationship with Jesus
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What Bible passage do you think every Catholic should know?
Share your answer in the comments and tell us why.
There are also discussion questions below the video to help you reflect on this Sunday's Gospel with your family, friends, or small group.
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Gospel Discussion Questions:
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time- Matthew 16:13-20
What is the message or story?
What is the Good News in this passage?
Have you ever asked people what they think of you?
Who do you say Jesus is?  List all the titles or names you have for Jesus.
What does the title-word “Christ” mean?
What does the word/name “Peter” mean?
What do keys symbolize?  When have you been given keys?  What comes with keys?
Who is Peter?  What is everything you can think of that you know about St. Peter?
 

What happens when grief is never fully faced?
In this Sunday homily, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on a line that is easy to overlook in the Gospel: after hearing of the death of John the Baptist, Jesus withdrew to a deserted place by Himself.
Jesus grieved.
And Fr. Meyer reminds us that grief is not only about the death of a loved one. We grieve broken relationships, failed dreams, lost opportunities, divorce, disappointment, betrayal, abuse, and countless other losses.
When grief goes unresolved, it can show up as anger, addiction, numbness, exhaustion, or despair. But when we bring our grief to Christ, it can become a place of healing, growth, and transformation.
Jesus does not ask us to ignore our sorrow. He enters into it with us.
At every Mass, the Bridegroom gives Himself completely to His Bride: “This is my body, given up for you.” And in the Eucharist, Christ meets us in our grief and gives us hope.
So ask yourself today:
What in your life have you not grieved?
Bring it to the altar. Unite it to Jesus. And allow Him to transform what feels like death into new life.
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Welcome to Alive, our weekly reflection series to help you prepare for Sunday Mass.
This week, Fr. Jonathan Meyer uncovers a beautiful connection between the Gospel for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time and the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
In the Gospel, a persistent mother intercedes for her daughter, and Jesus responds to her faith.
Could this woman also help us understand Mary's role in our lives?
Just as this mother interceded for her child, Mary continues to intercede for us before her Son, Jesus Christ. Her Assumption into heaven is not simply about honoring Mary—it's about God's plan for our salvation and the powerful gift of a mother who never stops praying for her children.
If you've ever wondered why Catholics ask Mary to pray for them, this reflection beautifully explains why.
📖 Discussion questions are available below and at allsaintscatholic.net. Gather with family or friends and prepare your heart for Sunday's Mass.
Be a saint. Be the difference.
 
Gospel Discussion Questions:
20th Sunday in Ordinary Time- Matthew 15: 21-28
What is the message or story?
What is the Good News in this passage?
The woman has a daughter who is tormented.  Why might both be feminine?  What does this symbolize?
Being tormented is not the same as possession. What is the difference? 
The Canaanites were not friends with the Jews, what does this say about this woman and her desire to obtain something from Jesus?
The woman is very persistent; whom do you know in your life that is persistent?
What is a time in your life that you have been persistent in prayer?

Welcome to Alive, our weekly reflection series to help you prepare your heart for Sunday Mass.
This week, Fr. Meyer invites us to look at one of the most familiar Gospel stories with fresh eyes.
Before Peter sank... he walked on water.
While the other apostles stayed safely in the boat, Peter stepped out in faith. Yes, he eventually lost sight of Jesus and began to sink—but not before experiencing something no one else in the boat ever did.
Sometimes following Christ means taking a step that others won't understand. It means risking failure, trusting Jesus, and believing that even if we stumble, He will reach out and catch us.
Where is Jesus inviting you to get out of the boat?
📖 Discussion questions are available below and at allsaintscatholic.net. Invite a friend, grab a cup of coffee, and prepare for Sunday's Gospel together.
Be a saint. Be the difference.
Gospel Discussion Questions:19th Sunday in Ordinary Time-Matthew 14:22-33What is the message or story?What is the Good News in this passage?Jesus goes off again to pray by himself, what can we learn from His example?People strive to imitate Jesus in many things, how many chose to imitate his life of silence and prayer?What are the storms in your life that toss you back and forth?Why is fear such a constant in our lives- what fears do you have in your life?Jesus walks on water- He is master of the sea- what does this reveal about who He is?Peter is able to walk on water as well…what causes Peter to sink?Was Peter safe the entire time?  What about you?What role does “feeling safe” play in leadership?  Could it be said that making people feel safe is one of the most important characteristics of a leader?

During a one-day pilgrimage to all 16 perpetual adoration chapels in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, Fr. Jonathan Meyer experienced a powerful reminder of why Eucharistic Adoration matters.At St. Vincent de Paul in Bedford, a grieving young man named Sean arrived at the church simply because he needed to pray. He and his girlfriend had just lost their unborn child, Georgia, at 16 weeks.Sean was not Catholic, but he was searching for truth, peace, and a place where he could encounter God. What he found was Jesus present in the Eucharist—and a woman named Lynn who was ready to sit beside him, comfort him, and love Jesus with him.This homily is a beautiful witness to the power of prayer, the Real Presence of Christ, and the importance of keeping our churches open so that those who are hurting always have somewhere to go.When Jesus is placed on the altar and we allow Him to work, amazing things happen.Please pray for Sean, his girlfriend, their child Georgia, Lynn, and all those grieving the loss of a child.“Blessed are your eyes because they see, and your ears because they hear.”#EucharisticAdoration #CatholicHomily #RealPresence #Prayer #Eucharist #FrJonathanMeyer #CatholicFaith #PerpetualAdoration #InfantLoss

Welcome to Alive, our weekly reflection series preparing our hearts for Sunday Mass.
In this week's Gospel, Jesus feeds the five thousand with five loaves and two fish. It's a miracle that points us to something even greater: the Eucharist, where Christ continues to feed the whole world.
But why do so many churches seem empty if everyone is searching for happiness?
Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us that every human heart longs for God. Many people are searching—but they're settling for substitutes that can never truly satisfy.
Let's pray for a great renewal in the Church, that hearts will awaken to the One who alone satisfies our deepest hunger.
📖 Read the discussion questions below or at allsaintscatholic.net and continue preparing for Sunday's Mass.
Be a saint. Be the difference.
Gospel Discussion Questions:
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time- August 6
Matthew 14:13-21
What is the message or story?
What is the Good News in this passage?
Why was St. John the Baptist beheaded?  Why was he arrested?  
Why does Jesus again and again in the Gospels go away from the crowds to deserted places; what is He teaching us?
Jesus clearly has power over nature and can multiply matter; how does this reveal who He is?
If you had seen this miracle, what would you have done?
How is the number 12 significant in the Old and New Testaments?
Can you imagine a crowd of 5,000 men, not including women and children? How large was this crowd and miracle?