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12/3/23 - Advent - Cycle B
Dear Families,
In this Sunday’s Gospel of Mark, Jesus tells his disciples “Be watchful! Be Alert!” He warns them to be prepared and ready because they do not know when the Lord of the house is coming.
It is the first week of Advent, and our new Liturgical Year begins. Happy New Year! We are preparing to celebrate Jesus’ birthday on Christmas Day when he was born in Bethlehem a long time ago. However, in today’s Gospel Jesus is telling his disciples to be alert. We need to reflect on what Jesus said to his disciples about his second coming. During these four weeks of Advent, let’s remember the importance of prayer and faithfulness to honor Jesus’ command telling us to be alert and ready for his return. Only God knows when this day will come.
As a family watch video in its entirety and then ask each other these questions.
How do you stay alert to Jesus’ coming in your life? Are you ready for his return?
Family Prayer: Jesus, help us to pay attention to your words and teachings. Help us to follow you always. Amen.
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12/24/23 - The Nativity
Dear Families,
Merry Christmas. This weekend we have much to celebrate. In Sunday’s Gospel the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and asked her to be the mother of Jesus. Through her yes, she brought Jesus into the world and Monday Christmas day we celebrate the birth of Jesus.
Like Mary, say yes to God. Like the shepherds bring the joy of Christ our Savior into the world.
As a family watch The Nativity video in its entirety and then ask each other this question.
What are some things you can do to share the story of Jesus, and bring the love of God to your family, friends and neighbors this Christmas?
Family Prayer: Dear God, show us how to bring Jesus to others. Amen.
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3/31/24 - Easter Sunday
Dear Families,
Happy Easter! In today’s Gospel we learn that Mary Magdalene is the first person to arrive at the tomb and finds it empty. She runs and tells two disciples. When Simon Peter and the other disciple arrived at the tomb, they too see that it is empty.
Today we celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection. Alleluia! Jesus Christ is risen! Alleluia!
As a family watch video in its entirety and then ask each other this question.
How might I share my belief in Jesus’ Resurrection with others?
Family Prayer: Psalm 118:24 “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad.” Amen.
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5/19/24 - Pentecost Sunday
Dear Families,
The season of Easter ends with today’s celebration, Pentecost Sunday. On Pentecost, we celebrate the birthday of the Catholic Church. In John’s Gospel, we see Jesus giving his Apostles the gift of the Holy Spirit and passing on the ability to forgive sins. Jesus appoints the Apostles as the Catholic Church’s first leaders. Jesus gives us a beautiful gift in the healing Sacrament of Reconciliation – his peace.
As we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, our Gospel reminds us that this same Holy Spirit helps us be agents of God’s peace and forgiveness in the world.
As a family watch video in its entirety and then ask each other this question.
How does the Holy Spirit help you bring peace to your family and friends?
Family Prayer: Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth. Amen.
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Read more: Pentecost Sunday 2024 / Domingo de Pentecostés 2024
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2/25/24 - Abraham, Isaac, and Jesus Transfigured - Cycle B
Dear Families,
In this Second Sunday of Lent, in the Gospel of Mark, Jesus takes Peter, James and John up a mountain and they witness Jesus’ Transfiguration. His clothes became dazzling white and then Moses and Elijah appeared and began talking with Jesus. Peter, James, and John were amazed and afraid. Then a cloud came and made a shadow over them. A voice spoke from the cloud and said “This is my beloved Son. Listen to him”. They wonder what all this means. Coming down the mountain Jesus told Peter, James, and John not to tell anyone what happened until after He rose from the dead.
The Transfiguration remind us that even though Jesus suffered and died on the Cross, he rose in glory and gave us the opportunity for a new life forever in Heaven. It helps us understand that hard times will come and we need to think about Jesus because he understands our pain and suffering. There is a better life waiting for us when we are faithful. Each Lent gives us the opportunity to grow closer to Jesus, and become the person God created us to be for His glory.
As a family watch video in its entirety and then ask each other these questions.
What are some ways you can listen to Jesus? How will you listen to Jesus to change and grow during Lent?
Family Prayer: Jesus, show us the way to God the Father. Helps us listen so that we can hear you and follow you. Amen.
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