Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for this session, read all the readings. Wisdom 6:12–16 Psalm 63:1, 2–3, 4–5, 6–7 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 [or (short form) 4:13–14] Matthew 25:1–13 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...

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Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Primary

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Primary Session Matthew 22:1-14 Opening Prayer Let us pray. O God, you have done great things for us. We are happy to give you thanks and praise. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The theme for today is to keep holy the Lord’s day. To begin, invite the children to form a circle to play an alphabet game. Have them...

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Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Primary

by : RCLB

Primary Session Matthew 25:1-13 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Thank you, God, for giving us life and people who love us. Help us to spend time with you in prayer. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The theme for today is perseverance in prayer. To begin provide construction paper and crayons for the children. Invite...

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Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Intermediate

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Intermediate Session Isaiah 25:6-10 Matthew 22:1-14 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Lord, we give you thanks and praise for all the great things you have done for us. Help us to live together as one family. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The theme for today is to keep holy the Lord’s day. To begin, invite the...

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Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Intermediate

by : RCLB

Intermediate Session Wisdom 6:12-16 Matthew 25:1-13 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Thank you God, for all you have given us. Teach us to pray so that we may grow in our love for you. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The theme for today is perseverance in prayer. To begin, write the words “We pray for…” on the top of a...

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Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Junior High

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Junior High Session Isaiah 25:6-10 Matthew 22:1-14 Opening Prayer Let us pray. O God, we praise you with joyful hearts. We thank you for your everlasting love. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The theme for today is to keep holy the Lord’s day. To begin, divide the large group into small groups of three or four....

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Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Junior High

by : RCLB

Junior High Session Wisdom 6:12-16 Matthew 25:1-13 Opening Prayer Let us pray. Loving God, you invite us to spend time with you in prayer. Help us take the time to grow in your love. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection The theme for today is perseverance in prayer. To begin provide the youngsters with paper and pencils...

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Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for this session, read all the readings. Isaiah 45:1, 4–6 Psalm 96:1, 3, 4–5, 7–8, 9–10 1 Thessalonians 1:1–5 Matthew 22:15–21 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...

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Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Catechist

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Catechist Background and Preparation To prepare for this session, read all the readings. Proverbs 31:10–13, 19–20, 30–31 Psalm 128:1–2, 3, 4–5 1 Thessalonians 5:1–6 Matthew 25:14–30 [or (short form) 25:14–15, 19–21] 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...

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Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A, Primary

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Primary Session Matthew 22:15-21 Opening Prayer Let us pray. O God who created us, Thank you for giving us minds to learn about you and hearts to love you. You are the one true God. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. Opening Life Reflection Today’s session focuses on God’s message, “I am the Lord, there is no other.” For this session bring...

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