Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for this session, read all the readings. Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8 Psalm 15:2-3, 3-4, 5-6 James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27 Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 Spend a few minutes reflecting on what these readings mean for you today. Is there a particular reading that appeals to you? Is there a word or image that engages you?...

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Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Primary

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Primary Session Mark 6:1-6 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Loving God, Show us how we can better listen to Your Word. May our words help bring Your love and kindness to others. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The main theme for today is Prophecy. To begin, invite each child to create a message of hope to bring to someone...

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Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Primary

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Primary Session John 6:1-15 Opening Prayer Together let us pray the Lord's Prayer. Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver...

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Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Junior High

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Junior High Session Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8 Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 Opening Prayer Let us pray. God of light, you guide us on the path of goodness with the light of your presence. Help us to search within our hearts to find your love. Keep us true to the goodness and love that is within us. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord we pray. Amen. Opening Life...

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Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Junior High

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Junior High Session Jeremiah 23:1-6 Mark 6:30-34 Opening Prayer Let us pray. God of all Goodness, As members of the Body of Christ, help us to think beyond ourselves, and reach out to serve the needs of others. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The theme for today is Pastoral Ministry in the Church. To begin, divide a...

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Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Intermediate

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Intermediate Session Jeremiah 23:1-6 Mark 6:30-34 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Jesus our Shepherd, Help us to follow you more closely each day. Give us the courage to serve others in need. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The main theme for today is Pastoral Ministry in the Church. To begin, place materials that represent...

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Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for this session, read all the readings. 2 Kings 4:42-44 Psalm 145:10-11, 15-16, 17-18 Ephesians 4:1-6 John 6:1-15 Spend a few minutes reflecting on what these readings mean for you today. Is there a particular reading that appeals to you? Is there a word or image that engages you? Read the following Word...

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Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Junior High

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Junior High Session Amos 7:12-15 Mark 6:7-13 Opening Prayer O God, You call us by name and send us forth to spread your love. Help us to remain true to our call. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The main theme for today is Election and Mission. To begin invite the young people to write a short, one page reflection on...

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Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Intermediate

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Intermediate Session Ezekiel 2:2-5 Mark 6:1-6 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Loving God, When we welcome others we are messengers of your love. Help us show love and care for others through our words and actions. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The main theme for today is Prophecy. To begin divide a large sheet of poster...

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Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Intermediate

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Intermediate Session Joshua 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b John 6:60-69 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Generous God, you love us completely and you offer us the wondrous gift of faith. Help us to follow the way of your son Jesus more closely each day. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection God freely offers the gift of faith. Begin...

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