“Love one another as I have loved you.” (John 15:12)

This Sunday, Fr. Jonathan Meyer invites you to reflect deeply on those words—and to ask a powerful question: How has Jesus specifically loved you?

Through forgiveness, friendships, your parish community, or the Eucharist—Jesus shows His love in countless personal ways. In today’s Rise Up, you’re encouraged to name those moments and then respond:

Love one another as He has loved you.

📝 Make your list.

🙏 Reflect on the love of Christ in your life.

❤️ Let that love flow through you to others.

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Do you struggle with praying spontaneously? You’re not alone. In this powerful Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer shares his own journey of learning how to pray from the heart—and teaches a simple 6-part model anyone can use:

Address. Thank. Thank. Ask. Ask. Close.

Drawing from today’s Gospel (“Whatever you ask in my name, I will do…” – John 14), Fr. Meyer reminds us that we’re all called to pray boldly, in the name of Jesus. Whether you’re a teen, a parent, or someone new to prayer—this method can transform how you talk to God.

🙏 Learn how to pray from the heart

🗣 Start praying with others—out loud

✝️ Close your prayer in the name of Jesus

It’s time to be a person who actually prays. Let’s change the world, one conversation with God at a time.

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Is your heart weighed down by anxiety, fear, or uncertainty? In this powerful Easter reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us of Jesus’ words: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Have faith in God; have faith also in me.”

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the struggles of life—relationships, finances, stress—this message is for you. Learn how to shift your focus from uncertainty to what is true and certain: God’s love, your existence, and the promises of Jesus Christ.

🙏 Name what’s true.

🕊️ Find peace in what’s certain.

✝️ Let anxiety fade in the light of faith.

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Happy Easter! ✝️ He is Risen—Alleluia!

As Christians, we believe in one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. But do we truly pray and relate to each person of the Trinity?

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer unpacks the relational love at the heart of the Trinity and invites us to deepen our prayer life by entering into that divine relationship. Jesus reminds us: “Whoever receives the one I send receives me” (John 13:20).

🕊️ Do you know the Holy Spirit?

Let your spirituality be Trinitarian—rooted in love, relationship, and unity.

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Have you ever felt left out?

Welcome to Rise Up! This is Father Jonathan Meyer. Today, in the midst of the Easter season, we celebrate the Feast of Saint Matthias—the apostle who wasn’t originally chosen.

Whether it’s on the playground, at work, or in life—we’ve all felt overlooked. But just like Matthias, you are chosen. On your darkest day, when no one else sees you, God does.

“You are chosen. You are loved. At this very moment, God sees you, God knows you, and God loves you.”

Let today be a reminder: You are not alone. Be not afraid.

Work for the Audience of One—Jesus Christ.

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Welcome to Rise Up with Father Jonathan Meyer!

Today’s Gospel begins with a surprising detail—Jesus was in Jerusalem for the Feast of the Dedication… Hanukkah! Yes, Jesus celebrated Hanukkah because He was a faithful, practicing Jew. Just as Jesus went on pilgrimage, observed holy days, and prayed throughout the day, we are called to follow His example.

But there’s more—you are now the temple! Through your baptism and the renewal of your baptismal promises at Easter, you were consecrated as a dwelling place of God.

Let today be a day to rejoice:

You are a temple. Jesus celebrates you.

Amen. 🙏

Have you heard the voice of God… or the voice of Satan?

In today’s Rise Up Easter reflection, Father Jonathan Meyer invites us to discern the voices that speak to our hearts. The voice of God brings peace, calm, and conviction. The voice of the enemy brings fear, confusion, and condemnation.

Learn how to recognize the difference—and how to rebuke the lies in the powerful name of Jesus.

🙏 You are a beloved son.

🙏 You are a beloved daughter.

🎧 Listen to the voice of the Good Shepherd.

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How will you honor your mother today? On this 4th Sunday of Easter—Good Shepherd Sunday—and Mother’s Day, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on the beautiful connection between shepherds, sheep, and the ultimate sacrificial Lamb. Drawing inspiration from the childhood rhyme Mary had a little lamb, he invites us to see both Mary, the mother of Jesus, and all mothers as shepherds leading their children in love and sacrifice.

Let today be a celebration of motherhood, femininity, and the Blessed Virgin Mary—who once held the Lamb of God in her arms and guided Him through life.

👩‍👧 Thank you, moms.

🐑 Thank you, Mary.

✝️ Thank you, Jesus, the Lamb of God.

Happy Mother’s Day. Happy Easter. Hallelujah!

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“When was the last time you went to daily Mass?”

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Meyer challenges us to rediscover the gift of daily worship. Just as God fed the Israelites with manna every day, He now offers us the true Bread from Heaven—Jesus Himself—in the Eucharist, every single day.

Daily Mass isn’t just for priests or religious. It’s for you. It’s for all of us.

Let it change your life.

Amen. Hallelujah. Happy Easter!

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Have you ever walked away from the Eucharist—or known someone who has?

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer dives into a haunting moment in Scripture: John 6:66—a verse where many of Jesus’ disciples turn away, unable to accept His teaching on the Real Presence in the Eucharist. The symbolism of 666 is hard to ignore, especially when it reflects the spiritual battle so many face.

Fr. Meyer invites us to reflect, repent, and pray for those who have stepped away from the Mass or the belief in the Eucharist. Whether it’s you, your children, your friends, or someone you love—this is a call to return to Jesus and His saving gift in the Blessed Sacrament.

🙏 Pray with us.

🕊️ Make reparation.

📖 Share your story.

If John 6:66 has been part of your journey… let today be a new beginning.