We hope these resources will aid your family in reflecting on the readings for the weekend and inspire faith conversations with your friends and family.
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Reflection from Fr Moser
Death is swallowed up in victory.
Where, O death, is your victory?
Where, O death, is your sting?
1 Cor 15:45-55
The grave is the place where no one who enters ever leaves. But Jesus emerged for us; he rose for us, to bring life where there was death, to begin a new story in the very place where a stone had been placed. He, who rolled away the stone that sealed the entrance of the tomb, can also remove the stones in our hearts. So, let us not give in to resignation; let us not place a stone before hope. We can and must hope, because God is faithful. He did not abandon us; he visited us and entered into our situations of pain, anguish and death. His light dispelled the darkness of the tomb: today he wants that light to penetrate even to the darkest corners of our lives. Dear sister, dear brother, even if in your heart you have buried hope, do not give up: God is greater. Darkness and death do not have the last word. Be strong, for with God nothing is lost!
Pope Francis
Questions to Reflect upon this week:
Adults- What could you do this week to inspire your family to resemble the early Christians more closely?
Adults- What could you do this week to inspire your family to resemble the early Christians more closely?
Children- What could you and your family do to help others who are in need?
Choose one of the Following Activities to help your family live the readings this week
- In today's Gospel, Jesus breathes new life into the disciples. Find the Risen Christ in the world around you. Go for a short walk every day this week. Have family members take note of everything that breathes.
- Jesus asks us to forgive others. How do you practice forgiveness in your family? Is there anyone you need to forgive?
- Read a story about someone who was a witness to Jesus. You may want to find a book of stories about the saints. Check your parish library or a religious bookstore.
- Jesus gave his followers the gift of his peace and the Holy Spirit. Together with your family, draw pictures that illustrate how people can share Jesus’ gift of peace.
Weekly Justice Challenge
This Sunday is designated by the Church as Divine Mercy Sunday. Mercy goes beyond justice, not just forgiving someone who has done something wrong, but freeing them from further repercussions and giving them the chance to start over. Mercy is a powerful expression of discipleship. Your challenge this week is to take one of the works of mercy (spiritual or corporal) and literally live it out. At the end of the week, share with your family what you did and how it changed you. Remember, mercy wasn’t just the theme of a Jubilee Year!
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Saint of the Week
Saint Maria Faustina
Feast Day-Oct. 5
Feast Day-Oct. 5
Patron Saint of Mercy
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Divine Mercy Chaplet
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Why Catholic?
There are a myriad of great reasons for being Catholic. The problem is, we Catholics aren't exactly great at telling the world about our Faith. This is our chance to change that in a little way.
We invite you to make a video or write something (long or short) telling us why you like being Catholic, what difference being Catholic makes in your life, or even your favorite part of being Catholic. The videos and written stories will be shared on our website and our Facebook page. This is your chance to creatively tell the world about the gifts the Catholic church has to offer the world. To submit something from your faith story, email your video or written statement to Mike Erickson at dbq216re@dbqarch.org.
