Faithful & Authentic: The All Saints Parish Podcast

Have We Got It All Wrong? A Bold Wake-Up Call for Catholics | Sunday Homily 2.16.25 | Fr. Jonathan Meyer

What if we, as Catholics, have been looking at our faith from the wrong perspective? What if our desire to fit into modern culture has led us away from truly living like Jesus?
In today’s Gospel (Luke 6:22), Jesus tells us:
“Blessed are you when people hate you, when they exclude and insult you, and denounce your name as evil on account of the Son of Man.”
Yet, as American Catholics, do we avoid persecution by blending in? Have we forgotten who Jesus truly is?
 
🔥 In this homily, Fr. Myer makes a bold claim:
Our Christian beliefs align with our Protestant brothers and sisters, but our practices—fasting, prayer, holy days, even dress codes—look more like those in Judaism and Islam. And you know what? That’s because they look like Jesus Himself.
He will back up these claims with Scripture and history—and you won’t believe the revelations that unfold.
 
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Letting Jesus Into Every Part of Our Lives | Deacon Mark Schmidl’s Homily | February 9th, 2025

Join Deacon Mark Schmidl as he reflects on this Sunday’s Gospel, where Jesus tells Simon Peter to cast his nets into the deep after a long, unfruitful night of fishing. In this powerful homily, Deacon Mark challenges us to examine the areas of our lives where we might be holding back from Jesus—our workplaces, friendships, finances, and even our marriages.
 
On this World Marriage Sunday, we celebrate the beauty and sacrifice of Christian marriage, a living symbol of Christ’s love for His Church. Are we allowing Jesus to guide our relationships, our sacrifices, and our daily choices?
 
Be not afraid. Let Christ into every space of your life and witness the miracles He can work!
 
🙏 Join us in reflecting on:
✅ How Jesus boldly steps into our lives
✅ Trusting God even when we think we know best
✅ Inviting Christ into our marriages and daily choices
✅ Living as true witnesses of faith in today’s world
 
📖 Gospel Passage: Luke 5:1-11
🎥 Watch, reflect, and share!
 
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Our Lady of Lourdes Feast Day | Share Your Answered Prayers!

Today, February 11th, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes! 🙏 Join us in attending Holy Mass and reflecting on the graces received during this novena.
 
Have you experienced a spiritual or physical healing? The saying at Lourdes is that everyone receives what they need—whether a bodily healing or a deep spiritual renewal. Share your answered prayers in the comments!
 
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God bless you! 💙 #OurLadyOfLourdes #CatholicFaith #Miracles
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Living the Beatitudes: A Call to Mercy and Blessing | ALIVE! 6th Sunday Ordinary Time | Fr. Jonathan Meyer

Join Fr. Jonathan Meyer for this reflection on the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Through the Beatitudes, we are reminded that true blessings come through mercy, humility, and love. Drawing inspiration from St. John Paul II and World Youth Day, Fr. Meyer invites us to embrace gratitude and become a blessing to others. Watch now and deepen your faith!
Discussion questions are below—share your thoughts! 🙏 #Catholic #Beatitudes #Faith #SundayHomily #Blessed 
Gospel Discussion Questions:6th Sunday in Ordinary Time -Luke 6:17, 20-26What is the Good News in this Gospel? In what way can you relate to this passage?This passage, known as the Beatitudes, is one of the most famous passages in the Bible, which of the eight Beatitudes speaks to your heart the most?How do the Beatitudes bring comfort?How do Beatitudes bring conviction?How would our world look if more people lived the Beatitudes?Have you heard these at a funeral?  Reach out to someone who is grieving and comfort them.
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Day 9: Trust in Our Lady’s Intercession | Our Lady of Lourdes Novena with Fr. Hollowell | February 10, 2025

On this final day of the Our Lady of Lourdes Novena, Fr. Hollowell encourages us to place our full trust in Mary’s powerful intercession. May we open our hearts to her guidance and draw closer to Christ through her love. Thank you for praying with us—please share this novena with others!
 
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Day 8: Our Lady’s Comfort in Suffering | Our Lady of Lourdes Novena with Fr. Hollowell | February 9, 2025

On Day 8 of the Our Lady of Lourdes Novena, Fr. Hollowell reflects on how Mary brings comfort and hope to those who suffer. Let us turn to her in faith, trusting in her motherly intercession. Join us in prayer and share this novena with others! #OurLadyOfLourdes #Catholic #Novena

Day 7: Trusting in Our Lady’s Healing Grace | Our Lady of Lourdes Novena with Fr. Hollowell | February 8th, 2025

Join us for Day 7 of the Our Lady of Lourdes Novena with Fr. Hollowell as we continue to seek the Blessed Mother’s intercession for healing, strength, and deeper faith. May her love lead us closer to Christ. Watch, pray, and share! #OurLadyOfLourdes #Catholic #Novena

Our Lady of Lourdes Novena | Day 6 with Fr. Hollowell | February 6, 2025

Join us for Day 6 of the Our Lady of Lourdes Novena with Fr. Hollowell as we continue to seek the powerful intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Today’s reflection invites us deeper into her compassion and love for all of us.
 
Let us unite in prayer and open our hearts to God’s grace, trusting in Our Lady’s powerful intercession to heal and strengthen us.
 
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Day 5: Trusting in God’s Mercy | Our Lady of Lourdes Novena with Fr. Hollowell | February 6, 2025

Join Fr. Hollowell for Day 5 of the Our Lady of Lourdes Novena, a time of prayer, reflection, and trust in God’s healing mercy. As we journey through this novena, may we open our hearts to Mary’s intercession and God’s grace in our lives.
 
🙏 Pray with us today! Watch and share to invite others into this time of grace.
 
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Day 4 – Our Lady of Lourdes Novena | Fr. Hollowell Leads in Prayer | February 5, 2025

Join Fr. Hollowell for Day 4 of the Our Lady of Lourdes Novena as we continue to seek Mary’s intercession for healing, peace, and a deeper trust in God’s plan. Through this novena, we are reminded of Our Lady’s love and guidance, always leading us closer to Christ.
 
Take time today to pray with us and invite others to join in this beautiful devotion!