Faithful & Authentic: The All Saints Parish Podcast

In this homily, Fr. Jonathan Hollowell reflects on what it really means to be free — not to do whatever we want, but to choose the good.   Drawing from the Gospel passage, “Whoever does not renounce all his possessions cannot be my disciple,” Father reminds us that Christ calls us to true freedom — a freedom found not in possessions or control, but in surrender and stewardship.   💬 “The Church teaches that freedom is not the absence of restrictions, but the ability to choose the good.”   He also offers practical encouragement to couples and families to find peace through faithful stewardship of finances, trusting God with all they have and are.   🙏 Reflection question: What might God be asking you to surrender so you can experience real peace and freedom?   #CatholicHomily #FrHollowell #TrueFreedom #Discipleship #Stewardship #FaithAndFinances #AllSaintsParish

In this Sunday homily, Fr. Hollowell reflects on Jesus’ teaching:   “You cannot serve both God and mammon.”   Drawing from Scripture and Catholic social teaching, he reminds us that wealth itself is not sinful — but the love of wealth can enslave the heart. Through practical examples and wisdom from the saints, Father challenges us to live with gospel simplicity, to support what’s local, and to find peace in generosity and detachment.   💬 “God isn’t asking us to give away everything to be miserable — but to give enough to find contentment.”   🙏 Reflection question: What blessings has God given you that you could share more freely with others?   #CatholicHomily #FrHollowell #SundayGospel #Simplicity #FaithAndWealth #Generosity #AllSaintsParish

In this episode of Alive, Fr. Jonathan Meyer helps us prepare for All Souls Day — a time to remember and pray for our loved ones who have gone before us. He shares the beauty of praying for the souls in purgatory, the unity of the Church Triumphant, Suffering, and Militant, and reminds us that being fully alive means living with joy and gratitude in the love of God.   This week’s “Living Joy” focus: Love yourself as God loves you. Make time for joy — sing, dance, laugh, and live fully!   🕯️ Be Alive. Be a Saint. Be Fully His. 💬 Watch, reflect, and share with a friend who could use a little hope today.   👉 Text PEACE2025 to 84576 to join our Advent video series Peace on Earth.   #AllSaintsParish #Alive #CatholicFaith #AllSoulsDay #FrMeyer #LivingJoy #FaithHopeLove   Gospel Discussion Questions: 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ Luke 19:1-10 What is the basic story or content? What is the good news in this passage? If you are a tax collector and wealthy, where did you get your money? Why did he climb a tree, what does this symbolize? Jesus stayed at his house…what would it be like to have Jesus come to your house? What are ways you can invite Jesus into your house? Have you received Jesus with Joy? Does Jesus want to be with sinners or those who are perfect? If Jesus came to your house- what would you feed him?

In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus praises the humility of the tax collector — a lesson Fr. John Hollowell connects beautifully to our experience at every Mass.   Through gratitude, silence, and humility, we learn what it means to come before God with open hearts.   💡 “The Church, our Mother, commands us to come to Mass — not as a burden, but as a gift that changes us, even when we don’t realize it.”   #FrHollowell #CatholicFaith #SundayHomily #Humility #Mass #Gratitude

In this inspiring talk from the Intense Youth Conference 2025, Lindsay Shrock invites young women to rediscover the true meaning of chivalry and embrace the virtue of modesty as a reflection of their God-given dignity .   Drawing from Scripture, Catholic tradition, and her own personal testimony, Lindsay debunks seven myths about modesty and shows how it’s not about shame or rules, but about freedom, love, and protecting what is most valuable.   🙏 This talk will challenge and encourage young women to see themselves as God sees them: worthy, dignified, and loved. ✝️ “For you were called to freedom… through love be servants of one another.” – Galatians 5:13

In this powerful talk from the Intense Youth Conference, young men are challenged to face the realities of temptation, pornography, and the culture’s distorted view of sexuality. Drawing on the wisdom of St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, this message calls men to authentic love, self-sacrifice, and to see women as God’s beloved daughters.   🙏 Discover how living chastity and purity today shapes your future marriage, vocation, and eternal destiny. ✝️ Be encouraged to reject the lies of the world and embrace God’s call to true manhood.

In this homily, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us that “all Scripture is profitable for teaching, refutation, and correction” (2 Timothy 3:16) — but only when read in light of Catholic tradition.   Fr. Meyer shares the wisdom of St. Thomas Aquinas, who compiled centuries of saintly commentary on the Gospels, and shows how these treasures are now freely available online. He also explains why even the devil can quote Scripture — and why that makes understanding the Church’s interpretation so essential.   💡 Learn how to prepare for Sunday Mass, study Scripture faithfully, and grow in love for the Word of God.   #FrMeyer #Homily #CatholicTeaching #Scripture #StThomasAquinas #BibleStudy #CatholicFaith #AllSaintsParish #CatholicHomily

What if the way you stand, kneel, or lift your hands could change your prayer life?   In this homily, Fr. Meyer explains why our bodies matter in prayer — how posture not only expresses faith but also transforms the heart. From Moses with raised arms, to Mary’s openness, to the way we kneel in adoration, every gesture says something powerful to God.   Discover why 70% of all communication is nonverbal — and what that means for your relationship with Christ.   👉 Watch now and learn how to pray with your whole self — body and soul.   #CatholicHomily #AllSaintsParish #CatholicFaith #PrayerLife #BodyAndSoul #CatholicChurch #FrMeyer #FaithInAction #Mass #CatholicTeaching #SpiritualGrowth

In this second part of our ALIVE series, Fr. Meyer and Fr. Hollowell reflect on the first two of Chris Stefanick’s Nine Rules to Live a Joy-Filled Life: Gratitude and Silence. Following the incredible Reboot event with Chris Stefanick here in Dearborn County, our parish is taking these lessons to heart — learning to live with thankful hearts and to find God’s voice in the quiet. This reflection invites us to pause, give thanks for the gifts we often take for granted, and make space for silence where Christ can truly speak. ✝️ ➡️ Watch Part 1 for this week’s Gospel reflection ➡️ Subscribe for next week’s message as we continue the journey toward a more joyful, intentional faith #Alive #AllSaintsParish #CatholicFaith #LivingJoy #ChrisStefanick #Reboot #Gratitude #Silence #FaithInAction #GodIsGood

In this episode of the Alive series, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on the Gospel of Luke 18:9–14 — the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. The tax collector’s humble gesture of beating his breast, saying “O God, be merciful to me, a sinner,” connects us to the way we worship at Mass and to the rich tradition of bodily prayer in the Church. Fr. Meyer explores:  • Why our bodily posture matters in prayer.  • How the tax collector’s humility inspires us to seek God’s mercy.  • St. Dominic’s nine ways of prayer and how they are echoed in the liturgy. This week, challenge yourself to pay attention to your posture in prayer — standing, kneeling, bowing, striking your chest — and offer it all for the glory of God. 🙏 Discussion questions are available below to guide reflection and small group sharing. 👉 Subscribe to the Alive series for weekly reflections on the Sunday Gospel. Gospel Discussion Questions: 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ Luke 18:9-14 What is the basic story or content? What is the good news in this passage? Where do you go to pray? What does striking your chest mean? What does it mean to exalt oneself? What are ways we can be humble? It is so easy to compare ourselves- to whom should we compare ourselves? Has comparing yourself to others ever helped you? Is fasting good or bad?  Why? Is tithing good or bad?  Why? #AliveSeries #FrMeyer #SundayGospel #Catholic #CatholicFaith #Prayer #Luke18 #StDominic

Day 9 of the Mental Health Novena with Fr. Jonathan Meyer. Today we pray for all those experiencing grief and loss, that Christ may bring hope and healing. We ask the intercession of St. Jane Frances de Chantal. 🙏 Thank you for praying this 9-day journey with us. May this Novena bear fruit in your life and in our communities. #MentalHealthNovena #FrMeyer #AliveSeries #CatholicFaith #StJaneFrancesDeChantal #GriefHealing

Day 8 of the Mental Health Novena with Fr. Jonathan Meyer. Today we pray for those struggling with suicidal thoughts, for those who have died by suicide, and for better care and prevention. We ask the intercession of Servant of God Dorothy Day. #MentalHealthNovena #FrMeyer #AliveSeries #CatholicFaith #DorothyDay #SuicidePrevention

Day 7 of the Mental Health Novena with Fr. Jonathan Meyer. Today we pray for those whose mental health is affected by poverty and economic struggles. We ask the intercession of St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa). #MentalHealthNovena #FrMeyer #AliveSeries #CatholicFaith #MotherTeresa #Poverty

Day 6 of the Mental Health Novena with Fr. Jonathan Meyer. Today we pray for an end to racial injustice and for healing of the wounds it causes in mental health. We ask the intercession of St. Martin de Porres, a model of humility and love. #MentalHealthNovena #FrMeyer #AliveSeries #CatholicFaith #StMartinDePorres #RacialJustice

Day 5 of the Mental Health Novena with Fr. Jonathan Meyer. Today we pray for youth and young adults, who often face isolation, pressure, and loneliness. We ask the intercession of St. Kateri Tekakwitha for peace and hope in their lives. #MentalHealthNovena #FrMeyer #AliveSeries #CatholicFaith #StKateri #CatholicYouth

In this episode of the Alive series, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on the Gospel of Luke 18:1–8 — the parable of the persistent widow and the unjust judge.   The widow in Scripture is more than just a character — she is an image of the Church: faithful, relentless, and unwilling to give up. Like her, we are called to be people of persistent prayer, trusting in Christ, the merciful Judge who listens to us.   Fr. Meyer challenges us to ask: What are you praying for today? Will you persist tomorrow? How can we live as the Church that never gives up?   Let’s keep asking, seeking, and knocking — confident that God loves us and has a plan for us.   🙏 Discussion questions are available below and at allsaintscatholic.net to help guide your reflection and small group study.   👉 Subscribe to the Alive series for weekly reflections on the Sunday Gospel. Gospel Discussion Questions: 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ Luke  18:1-8 What is the basic story or content? What is the good news in this passage? What does it mean to be persistent? Think of a time in your life that you refused to give up- why? When do you pray? Who taught you to pray? Have you ever prayed with someone else? Have you ever prayed at night? Will the Son of Man find faith when He returns?   #AliveSeries #FrMeyer #SundayGospel #Catholic #CatholicFaith #PersistentPrayer #Luke18

Day 4 of the Mental Health Novena with Fr. Jonathan Meyer. Today we pray for children living with mental health challenges, asking Christ to bless and protect them. We seek the intercession of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the Little Flower. #MentalHealthNovena #FrMeyer #AliveSeries #CatholicFaith #StTherese #Children

Day 3 of the Mental Health Novena with Fr. Jonathan Meyer. Today we pray for the growth of mental health ministries in our Church, that all who struggle may find welcome and care. We ask the intercession of St. John of God, patron of hospitals and the sick. #MentalHealthNovena #FrMeyer #AliveSeries #CatholicFaith #StJohnOfGod #MentalHealthMinistry

Day 2 of the Mental Health Novena with Fr. Jonathan Meyer. Today we pray for families — that they may be sources of love, healing, and support for those facing mental health challenges. Our prayer is offered to the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. #MentalHealthNovena #FrMeyer #AliveSeries #CatholicFaith #HolyFamily #FamilyHealing

Day 1 of the Mental Health Novena with Fr. Jonathan Meyer. Today we pray for an end to the stigma surrounding mental health and ask the intercession of St. Dymphna, patroness of those with mental health struggles. 🙏 Join us in prayer each day as we lift up intentions for healing, hope, and strength. #MentalHealthNovena #FrMeyer #AliveSeries #CatholicFaith #StDymphna #EndTheStigma