Sts. Peter and Paul, A-C, Junior High

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Junior High Session Acts 12:1-11 Matthew 16:13-19 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Lord Jesus, you are the way, the truth, and the life. Help us to know and follow you. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The topic for today is the Papacy and Collegiality. To begin, divide into small groups of four or five. Invite the youngsters...

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Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Year C, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for the session, read all the readings. Genesis 14:18-20 Psalm 110:1, 2, 3, 4 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Luke 9:11b-17 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 the Word in...

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Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for the session read all the readings. 1 Kings 19:16b, 19-21 Psalm 16:1-2, 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11 Galatians 5:1, 13-18 Luke 9:51-62 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 the...

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Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Year C, Primary

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Primary Session Luke 9:11b-17 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Dear God, Thank you for your love and care. Help to make us willing to share. In the name of Jesus we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection Today on the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ we focus on the eucharistic banquet that we celebrate at Mass. Begin today’s session with a shared meal. Tell...

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Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C, Primary

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Primary Session Luke 9:51-62 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Dear God, thank you for all the people who love us and show us how to make good choices. Help us to live as your children. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The theme for today’s session is the gift of freedom. To begin, invite the children to draw a picture of...

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Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Year C, Intermediate

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Intermediate Session Genesis 14:18-20 Luke 9:11b-17 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Jesus, Bread of Life, thank you for your gift of Eucharist. Help us to share with others as you share yourself with us. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection On the feast of The Body and Blood of Christ we celebrate our belief in the Eucharist. At...

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Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C, Intermediate

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Intermediate Session 1 Kings 19:16b, 19-21 Luke 9:51-62 Opening Prayer Let us pray. O God, you give us the gift of freedom so that we can live as your children. Help us to make good and loving choices. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The focus for today’s session is the gift of freedom. Begin by writing the word “...

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Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Year C, Junior High

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Junior High Session Genesis 14:18-20 Luke 9:11b-17 Opening Prayer Let us pray. God of Abundance, we thank you for your goodness. The gifts of your creation surround us and there is enough for everyone. Help us to share what we have with others. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection On the Feast of The Body and Blood of Christ...

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Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C, Junior High

by : RCLB

Junior High Session 1 Kings 19:16b, 19-21 Luke 9:51-62 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Creator God, you made us in your image and likeness. Help us to make choices that reflect your love. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The theme for today’s session is that through his cross and resurrection, Jesus has set us free. Begin by...

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Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for the session, read all the readings. 2 Samuel 12:7-10, 13 Psalm 32:1-2, 5, 7, 11 Galatians 2:16, 19-21 Luke 7:36-8:3 [or 7:36-50, short form] 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...

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