Sessions A

Palm Sunday, Year A, Junior High

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Junior High Session Isaiah 50:4-7 Matthew 26:14-27:66   Opening Prayer Let us pray. Lord Jesus, you show your greatness by being the servant of all. Thank you for the gift of your saving love. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.   Opening Life Reflection The focus for today is the Lord’s Passion. To begin, divide a sheet of poster paper...

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Second Sunday of Lent, Year A, Junior High

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Junior High Session Genesis 12:1-4 Matthew 17:1-9   Opening Prayer Let us pray. O God, transform us into faithful followers of Christ. Help us hear and answer your call. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.   Opening Life Reflection On this Second Sunday of Lent we listen to God’s call to transform our lives. To begin, invite the...

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Palm Sunday, Year A, Primary

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Primary Session Matthew 26:14-27:66 [or (short form) 27:11-54] Opening Prayer Let us pray. Lord Jesus, all glory and honor are yours. We thank you and praise you for giving your life for us. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.   Opening Life Reflection The focus for today is the Lord’s Passion. Begin today’s session by inviting the children...

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Second Sunday of Lent, Year A, Primary

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Primary Session Matthew 17:1-9   Opening Prayer Let us pray. Dear Jesus, thank you for your love and friendship. Help us to grow as your followers during Lent. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.   Opening Life Reflection On this Second Sunday of Lent we are called to grow as followers of Jesus. During Lent we are reminded to forgive...

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Easter Sunday, Year A, catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for this session read all the readings. Acts 10:34, 37–43 Psalm 118:1–2, 16–17, 22–23 Colossians 3:1–4 or 1 Corinthians 5:6–8 John 20:1–9 Spend a few minutes reflecting of what these readings mean for you today. Was there a particular reading that appealed to you? Was there a word or image that engaged you...

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Third Sunday of Lent, Year A, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for this session read all the readings. Exodus 17:3–7 Psalm 95: 1–2, 6–7, 8–9 Romans 5:1–2, 5–8 John 4:5–42 [or (short form) 4:5–15, 19–26, 39, 40–42] Spend a few minutes reflecting of what these readings mean for you today. Was there a particular reading that appealed to you? Was there a word or image that...

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Easter Sunday, Year A, intermediate

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Intermediate Session Acts 10:34, 37-43 John 20:1-9 Opening Prayer Let us pray. O God, you raised Jesus from death to new life. We joyfully give you thanks and praise. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.   Opening Life Reflection The theme for today is the resurrection of Jesus. Provide each child with glue, a paper circle and five flower...

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Third Sunday of Lent, Year A, Intermediate

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Intermediate Session Exodus 17:3-7 John 4:5-42   Opening Prayer Let us pray. O God, thank you for the gift of faith. Help us to grow in our love for you each day. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.   Opening Life Reflection The image for today is water. To begin, create a small potted garden with the children that can be placed in their...

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Easter Sunday, Year A, junior high

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Junior High Session Acts 10:34, 37-43 John 20:1-9 Opening Prayer Let us pray. O God, you make all things new in Christ. Thank you for the gift of everlasting life. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.   Opening Life Reflection The theme for today is the resurrection of Jesus. To begin, invite the youngsters to think of a person who has...

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Third Sunday of Lent, Year A, Junior High

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Junior High Session Exodus 17:3-7 John 4:5-42   Opening Prayer Let us pray. O God, we thirst for you. Lead us to the eternal springs of your love. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.   Opening Life Reflection The image for today is water. Begin by inviting the youngsters to reflect on what the image of water means to them. Discuss: Why...

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