Where have you encountered the presence of God?

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer invites us to reflect on the places, people, and moments where God became deeply real to us.

The presence of Jesus matters.

From Bethlehem…

Today, take time to reflect:

➡️ Where have I encountered God’s presence?

Maybe it was:

God desires to be close to you.

As we continue praying the Pentecost Novena, let us ask for a deeper awareness of His presence in our lives.

Come Holy Spirit.

Happy Easter.

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Do you really believe that God loves you?

Not just the world.

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us of Jesus’ words:

“The Father himself loves you.”

God sees:

And He still loves you completely.

Right now.

You are not forgotten.

Jesus says:

“Remain in my love.”

Today, take a moment to slow down and receive that truth:

God loves you personally and deeply.

Happy Easter.

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What is a time in your life that you experienced grief?

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us that grief is not only about death.

Grief can come from:

Jesus says in today’s Gospel:

“Your grief will become joy.”

But healing often requires us to walk through the grieving process:

Maybe there are wounds in your life you are still grieving.

Maybe someone you know feels stuck in grief right now.

Today, ask the Holy Spirit to bring healing, hope, and peace.

And as the Pentecost Novena begins, let us pray for the grace to trust that God can bring joy even out of sorrow.

Happy Easter.

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Have you ever felt:

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on the Feast of Saint Matthias—the apostle chosen to replace Judas.

What must it have felt like to be overlooked at first?

So many of us know that feeling:

But Saint Matthias reminds us of something powerful:

God sees you.

You are not forgotten.

Today, if you feel unseen or unwanted, draw close to Saint Matthias and remember:

God still chooses you.

Happy Easter.

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What has God not revealed to you yet?

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us that God unfolds His plan for our lives little by little.

Jesus says:

“I have much more to tell you, but you cannot bear it now.”

So often, if we had seen the whole plan too early, it would have overwhelmed us.

But God is patient.

There is still more ahead:

Do not give up on the dreams God has placed in your heart.

He has a plan for you far beyond what you can currently imagine.

Trust Him.

Happy Easter.

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What unanswered prayers have actually become blessings in your life?

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reflects on the reality that sometimes God says “no” because He sees something greater ahead.

The apostles didn’t want Jesus to leave.

Sometimes what we desperately want is not what we truly need.

Looking back, many of us can now say:

➡️ “Thank God that relationship ended.”

God does not always give us what we want.

But He always desires what is best for us.

Today, take time to reflect:

📝 What prayers am I thankful God didn’t answer?

Sometimes unanswered prayers are actually signs of God’s love and protection.

Happy Easter.

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What is something in the future that you’re afraid of?

Jesus warns us in today’s Gospel that trials will come.

There will be:

But as Christians, we live with hope.

Why?

Because we know how the story ends.

✝️ The Cross is not the end.

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer encourages us to keep our eyes fixed on eternity, even when difficult seasons are ahead.

Whatever trial you are facing or fearing:

God is already there.

Keep moving forward.

Happy Easter.

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How will you honor your mother this Mother’s Day?

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer gives thanks for mothers everywhere:

💐 mothers

Thank you for your love, sacrifice, faith, and witness.

Jesus says in today’s Gospel:

“If you love me, keep my commandments.”

How true that is of our mothers too.

So many of the lessons our moms taught us as children:

…we now realize were gifts that shaped who we are today.

Today, take time to:

❤️ thank your mom

And never underestimate the power of a faithful mother.

Happy Mother’s Day.

Ave Maria. Alleluia.

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Are you willing to be hated?

Jesus says in today’s Gospel:

“If the world hates you, realize that it hated me first.”

Following Jesus does not always mean comfort, popularity, or approval.

Sometimes faithfulness means:

➡️ standing for truth

And not everyone will like that.

In today’s Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us that Christians are called to remain faithful even when the world disagrees.

But we are not alone.

When the world rejects you, Christ remains with you.

That’s why prayer matters.

Stay faithful.

Happy Easter.

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What is Jesus’ commandment?

Jesus makes it very clear in today’s Gospel:

“Love one another as I have loved you.”

But what does that actually mean?

It means:

➡️ sacrifice

Jesus didn’t just talk about love.

He showed us love:

✝️ on the Cross

At every Mass, Jesus teaches us again how to love:

“This is my body given up for you.”

That is the model of Christian love.

Today, ask yourself:

How can I love like Jesus?

➡️ in my marriage

Love one another as He loved us.

Happy Easter.

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