Category Archives: Faith Formation

Second Sunday of Lent, Year B

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The assurance of faith
 
Reading I: Genesis 22:1–2, 9, 10–13, 15–18 (the testing of Abraham)
Reading II: Romans 8:31–34 (God’s love for humanity)
Gospel: Mark 9:2–10 (Jesus transfigured)
 
Key Passage: Then Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” (Mark 9:5)
 
Adult: How deeply do you believe that since God is for you, no one can destroy you?
Child: What would you like to ask God to do for you and your family?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)

First Sunday of Lent, Year B

A change of heart
 
Reading I: Genesis 9:8–15 (covenant with Noah)
Reading II: 1 Peter 3:18–22 (the purpose of Christ’s suffering)
Gospel: Mark 1:12–15 (Jesus’ temptation; the call to conversion)
 
Key Passage: For Christ also suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, in order to bring you to God. (1 Peter 3:18)
 
Adult: When or how could you step away from your daily responsibilities to renew yourself, so that you can do a better job of following in the footsteps of Jesus?
Child: What good habit could you work on during Lent so you could grow closer to God?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)
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Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B

Models of Christ
 
Reading I: Leviticus 13:1–2, 44–46 (on leprosy)
Reading II: 1 Corinthians 10:31—11:1 (imitation of Christ)
Gospel: Mark 1:40–45 (healing of a leper)
 
Key Passage: Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ. (1 Corinthians 11:1)
 
Adult: Would you have the courage to tell others to do as you do in order to be a Christian? Why or why not?
Child: What can you do this week to be an example to others?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)
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Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B

Comfort for the sorrowful
 
Reading I: Job 7:1–4, 6–7 (Job’s first reply)
Reading II: 1 Corinthians 9:16–19, 22–23 (Paul’s recompense)
Gospel: Mark 1:29–39 (cure of Peter’s mother-in-law and other miracles)
 
Key Passage: That evening, at sundown, they brought to him all who were sick or possessed with demons. And the whole city was gathered around the door. And he cured many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons. (Mark 1:32–34a)
 
Adult: When have you felt the sadness of Job? When have you felt the joy of those who witnessed the healing works of Jesus?
Child: What could you do this week to comfort someone who is sad?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)
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Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B

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Sharing good news
 
Reading I: Deuteronomy 18:15–20 (a prophet like Moses)
Reading II: 1 Corinthians 7:32–35 (the state of virginity)
Gospel: Mark 1:21–28 (cure of a demoniac)
 
Key Passage: They were astounded at his teaching, for he taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. (Mark 1:22)
 
Adult: What can you tell others about Jesus with the most assurance?
Child: What is the most important thing you would like others to know about Jesus? How will you show or tell them?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)