Faithful & Authentic: The All Saints Parish Podcast

Peace on Earth – Day 7: Who Is God Calling You to Invite?

Today’s Gospel reminds us that “the harvest is abundant, but the laborers are few.” And Father Jonathan invites us to look at this passage in a very personal way:
 
Who in your life has the gift of leadership—and have you told them?
 
We often pray for more priests, more religious, and more leaders in the Church… but many potential laborers simply never receive an invitation. In a noisy world, God often uses our voice to call someone forward.
 
Think about your life:
• A grandchild
• A godchild
• A young person at Mass
• A teen who serves or attends adoration
• A young adult who volunteers quietly
• A coworker with integrity and compassion
 
What would it mean if you looked a young person in the eye and said, “I see something in you — God can use your gifts”?
 
Today’s reflection challenges us:
If we believe the Gospel is worth following…
If we believe these daily reflections matter…
Then it’s also worth investing in future leaders—future shepherds—by encouraging them now.
 
As we close out the first week of Advent, let’s ask God for the courage to invite, affirm, and call forth the leaders the Church desperately needs.
 
And don’t forget—light two candles on your Advent wreath this evening as we prepare for the Second Sunday of Advent.
 
Peace on Earth, and God bless you.
 
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St. Nicholas: The Real Man Behind the Tradition

Tomorrow is the Feast of St. Nicholas, and Father Jonathan shares the real story behind this beloved saint and how families can meaningfully celebrate his feast day.
 
Many of us grew up with the joy of “St. Nick Night,” waking up on December 6th to small gifts or treats. But behind the tradition stands a remarkable man: St. Nicholas, a bishop from present-day Turkey who loved the Lord with boldness and charity.
 
He defended the truth at the Council of Nicaea (even famously punching a heretical bishop!), rescued impoverished young women by secretly providing dowries, and became a model of generosity that eventually inspired the gift-giving tradition we know today.
 
He is the patron saint of children, sailors, and those in need — and his feast day is a perfect opportunity for families to talk about:
 
• Saints who lived heroic virtue
• Bishops and priests who guard the faith
• Fathers who protect and provide
• The joy of giving secretly and generously
 
As you celebrate tonight and tomorrow, keep the spirit of St. Nicholas alive in your home and heart — not just in gifts, but in gratitude, courage, and love for the Lord.
 
St. Nicholas, pray for us!
 
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Peace on Earth – Day 6: Where Are You Blind?

Today’s reflection invites us to look honestly at the places in our lives where we are blind — the areas where resentment, anger, disappointment, or hurt have kept us from truly living.
 
Father shares the moving story of a man who lost his physical sight, yet lived with joy, creativity, and faith far deeper than many who can still see. His resilience challenges us to look at our own hearts:
 
Where have we stopped living because of frustration, hurt, or unmet expectations?
Where have we allowed resentment to close us off from joy?
 
The Advent prayer we’re invited to make today is simple and powerful:
“Lord, open my eyes. I want to see.”
 
Open my eyes to see others as You see them.
Open my eyes to release resentment.
Open my eyes to live in the light again.
Open my eyes to the hope and peace You offer.
 
Every one of us has places where we’re blind — places where we need the light of Christ to break in. As we approach the end of the first week of Advent, let’s ask Jesus to open our eyes and help us move from darkness into light.
 
If you know someone struggling with bitterness, discouragement, or spiritual blindness, please consider sharing this video with them today.
 
Peace on Earth, and God bless you.
 
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Peace on Earth – Day 5: What Foundation Are You Building On?

Today’s Gospel (Matthew 7:21–27) challenges us to look at the foundation our lives are built upon. Jesus tells us we can build on rock or on sand, and today’s reflection invites us to look at something deeper:
What specific struggle in your life feels unstable, shaky, or overwhelming?
Whether it’s finances, relationships, communication, self-worth, time management, or just the daily battle to get out of bed — that place of struggle is often the place where we have not yet fully allowed ourselves to be found by Christ.
To build your foundation on rock means to let Jesus into that exact struggle and say:
“Lord, find me. I’m here. I invite You in.”
When we stop trying to control everything and let ourselves be found, Jesus brings stability, strength, peace, and joy.
Take a moment today to name just one place in your life where you feel weak or overwhelmed, and invite Jesus to meet you there.
If you know someone who is struggling or feels lost, consider sending this reflection to them today. We all need to be found by God.
Peace on Earth, and Happy Advent.
 
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St. Francis Xavier: The Evangelist Who Changed the World

Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, one of the greatest missionaries in the history of the Church. Known for his zeal, courage, and love for Jesus, St. Francis Xavier traveled across the world to share the Gospel — baptizing thousands and giving everything for the salvation of souls.
 
His right arm, preserved in the Gesù in Rome, is a reminder of the countless people he brought to Christ. His life challenges us to step out of comfort, take up the mission, and boldly bring Jesus to others.
 
This feast is also a solemnity for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, honoring St. Francis Xavier as our patron.
 
Let’s go out, evangelize, and change the world — just like he did.
St. Francis Xavier, pray for us!
 
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Peace on Earth – Day 4: What Are You Hungry For?

Today’s Gospel (Matthew 15:29–37) shows us a crowd so hungry that Jesus fears they may collapse — and so He feeds them. Most of us haven’t experienced physical starvation, but all of us know what it feels like to be hungry in other ways: hungry for answers, belonging, healing, direction, or peace.
 
There are seasons when our hearts feel empty, restless, or aching for God. And the same Jesus who multiplied loaves and fishes longs to meet us in that hunger too.
 
This Advent, ask yourself:
What am I truly hungry for?
When was the last time I invited Jesus into that hunger?
 
If He can feed thousands with a few loaves and fish, He can certainly feed the hungry heart.
 
If someone you know is longing, searching, or carrying a heavy hunger in their life, consider sending this reflection their way. They may need to hear that they’re not alone — and that Jesus meets us right where we are.
 
Happy Advent!
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Peace on Earth – Day 3: You Are a Child of God

How is this Advent season inviting you to be childlike?
Today’s Gospel (Luke 10:21–24) reminds us that Jesus reveals His deepest mysteries not to the “wise and learned,” but to the childlike. In this reflection, we look at what it truly means to be a child of God — innocent, curious, trusting, creative, and full of faith.
As we think about choir concerts, children’s plays, wrapping gifts, and the wonder of the season, we’re invited to rediscover that same childlike heart within ourselves.
📌 Repeat it today:“I am a child of God… and I am loved.”
Let this Advent be a time of returning to that identity, embracing humility, joy, and simple trust in the Father.
If this reflection encourages you, please share it with someone who might need it today. Let’s spread peace and hope together.Happy Advent!
 

Peace on Earth – Day 2: How Will Your Advent Be Eucharistic?

Today’s Gospel (Matthew 8:5–11) introduces us to the humility and faith of the centurion — the same words we repeat at every Mass:“Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof…”
On this second day of Peace on Earth, Fr. Jonathan Meyer invites you to enter Advent with a Eucharistic heart. Christ came 2,000 years ago, He will come again in glory, and He comes to us every single day in the Most Blessed Sacrament.
Today’s reflection asks: • How will your Advent become more Eucharistic? • Where is Christ inviting you to dwell with Him? • How can you deepen your love for Jesus truly present — Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity?
We’re reminded of the many ways we can allow the Eucharist to shape our Advent: • praying with the daily Mass readings • visiting Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration • spending time in silence • entering a small group • serving in liturgical ministries • or simply sitting in the presence of Christ in the tabernacle
“Behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.” (Mt 28:20)He is here. He is with us. How will you let Him transform your Advent?
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God bless you.

Peace on Earth – Day 1: Are You Ready?

Welcome to Day 1 of Peace on Earth!
Fr. Jonathan Meyer invites you to begin this Advent with purpose and expectation. God is calling you to become more patient, more joyful, more hopeful — to become the saint you were created to be.
 
We can’t reach excellence alone. Athletes have coaches. Leaders have mentors. And spiritually, we grow best when we’re guided, challenged, and encouraged.
That’s what Peace on Earth is here for.
 
Today, take a moment to reflect:
Who am I today?
Where is God calling me to grow?
What do I hope for this Advent?
 
Write it down. Pray about it.
Let these daily videos help stretch you, shape you, and move you from where you are… to who God is inviting you to become.
 
Invite someone to join you on this journey.
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Let’s walk together toward becoming saints.
God bless you on this first day of Advent.

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