First Sunday of Advent, Year C

by : RCLB

Lectionary: 3C Read: Luke 21:25-28, 34-36 Gospel Summary Just a few weeks ago we heard a Gospel passage with a similar message. In the end times many unusual things will happen and people will be frightened, but the Son of Man will come with great power and glory to redeem his own. The second half of today’s Gospel reading stresses the importance of...

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Second Sunday of Advent, Year C

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Lectionary: 6C Read: Luke 3:1-6 Gospel Summary In today’s Gospel, Luke places the beginning of John the Baptist’s ministry within a historical context. He sets John’s ministry in time by telling us who were the rulers and leaders in the region. We recognize many of the names—Pontius Pilate, Herod, Annas, and Caiaphas. Into this time comes John,...

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First Sunday of Advent, Year C, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for the session, read all the readings: Jeremiah 33:14-16 Psalm 25:4-5, 8-9, 10, 14 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:2 Luke 21:25-28, 34-36 Spend a few minutes reflecting on what these readings mean for you today. Was there a particular reading which appealed to you? Was there a word or image that engaged you? Read...

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First Sunday of Advent, Year C, Intermediate

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Intermediate Session Jeremiah 33:14-16 Luke 21:25-28, 34-36 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Come, Lord Jesus, and be born in our hearts. Teach us to prepare for your coming with hope. In the name of Jesus our Lord we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection On this first Sunday of Advent our theme is the coming of the Lord at the end of time. The children may be...

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First Sunday of Advent, Year C, Junior High

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Junior High Session Jeremiah 33:14-16 Luke 21:25-28, 34-36 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Come, Lord Jesus, make room in our hearts for you. Help us to be alert and ready for your coming. In the name of Jesus our Lord we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The season of Advent offers time to reflect on our readiness to celebrate the coming of the Lord. We...

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First Sunday of Advent, Year C, Primary

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Primary Session Luke 21:25-28, 34-36 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Come, Lord Jesus, be born once again in our hearts. In the name of Jesus our Lord we pray, Amen. Opening Life Reflection The first Sunday of Advent is a wonderful time to connect the excitement and anticipation of Christmas with the true meaning of the holiday. The Second Coming of the Lord...

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Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Primary

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Primary Session Mark 10:46-52 Opening Prayer Let us pray. God our loving parent, you call us each by name. Help us to live as your children. In the name of Jesus we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection Begin the session by writing “shining stars” on top of a large sheet of paper or chalkboard. Invite the children to brainstorm all the people they can...

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Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, Junior High

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Junior High Session Jeremiah 31:7-9 Mark 10:46-52 Opening Prayer Let us pray. God our creator, You gather us to you and call us to be our best selves. Guide us on life’s journey and help us to live as disciples. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection Begin today’s session by sharing the story of a person who was true to the...

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

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Junior High Session Genesis 2:18-24 Mark 10:2-16 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Good and loving God, You created us to live In friendship with you and with one another. Help us to be a good friend and we thank you for our friendships. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection Begin today’s session by inviting the young people to...

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

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Intermediate Session Genesis 2:18-24 Mark 10:2-16 [or (short form) 10:2-12] Opening Prayer Let us pray. Ever-loving God, You created us to live in friendship with you and one another. We thank you for our friends. In the name of Jesus we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection Put the word “friendship” on top of a large sheet of paper or newsprint. Invite...

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