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Scripture Resources for Catechists

March 7 2010

Third Sunday of Lent

Moses and the Burning BushFirst Reading: Exodus 3:1 - 8a, 13-15 (God speaks to Moses from the burning bush)

Gospel: Luke 13:1-9 (Calls to repentance; parables of the Kingdom of God)

Scripture Commentary for Catechists

Question of the Week (Adults):

What important work could bear fruit in your life right now if you have more confidence in God's loving care?

Question of the Week (Children):

What great work would you like to do as you grow older? What can you do to begin now?

Catechism Connection (Exodus):

203 - 209 - God reveal's God's Name
446 - The Divine title "Lord" 
1867 - Sins that cry to Heaven

March 14 2010

Fourth Sunday of Lent

Prodigal SonGospel: Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 (The Parable of the Two Sons)

Scripture Commentary for Catechists

Question of the Week (Adults):

When have you been generous to forgive someone who hurt you deeply?

Question of the Week (Children):

Is there someone you need to forgive or ask forgiveness of?

Catechism Connection:

545 - Jesus invites sinners to the table of the Kingdom
589 - Jesus gives scandal by his merciful conduct towards sinner
1423 - The Sacrament of Reconciliation calls us to 'return to the Father'
1439 - The parable shows the process of repentance and conversion
1468 - The Sacrament of Reconciliation restores friendship with God
1700 - The Dignity of the Human Person
2839 - In the "Our Father" we return to the Father

March 21 2010

Fifth Sunday of Lent

Jesus forgives the adulterous woman

Gospel: John 8:1-11 (The Forgiveness of the Adulteress)

Scripture Commentary for Catechists

Question of the Week (Adults):

Have you ever been too willing to "cast the first stone" when you disapproved of someone's behavior? How can you resist these feelings?

Question of the Week (Children):

When have you criticized or made fun of someone? What could help you to act differently?