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Saint Isidore of Seville, Bishop and Doctor
April 4 is the feast day of St. Isidore of Seville: a bishop and a scholar who wrote a huge encyclopedia. He is the patron saint of the internet, computer users, programmers, and students. Read More
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Lesson Plan on the Woman Caught in Adultery : Helping Youth Understand Hypocrisy
This lesson plan on being a hypocrite helps youth reflect on how our actions and beliefs should match, guiding them to live with honesty and integrity. Hypocrisy, or saying one thing and doing another, creates confusion and distrust, especially when it comes to faith. Read More
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5th Sunday of Lent Year C
The readings for the 5th Sunday of Lent Year C remind us God sees us in our weakness and suffering and saves us. Consider how God can take what seems not good in our lives and transform it. Read More
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Eucharistic Adoration
Adoration is a beautiful Catholic tradition that has really grown in recent years. What a beautiful way to pray – in the presence of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament! Read More
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Pig Food Race: Prodigal Son Game
This Pig Food Race makes participants look like pigs rooting for food, so it is perfect as a Prodigal Son game for a lesson on the parable. Read More
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April 2025: Catholic Mass Readings and Resources
April 2025 is Year C in the Sunday liturgical cycle and Year 1 in the weekday cycle. See Mass readings resources for specific Sundays and feast days in for April 2025 here. Read More
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A Tale of Two Sons: Lesson Plan on the Prodigal Son
This Tale of Two Sons lesson plan on the parable of the prodigal son will help youth understand that followers of Jesus cannot just view freedom and duty from the world’s point of view. The generous father shows us how to live these in the context of love. Read More
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4th Sunday of Lent Year C
The readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent Year C remind us that God is always waiting for us to return to Him so we can receive the abundance of life he offers us. Think about leaving behind our old ways and starting some new good habits. Read More
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Saint Polycarp
Saint Polycarp was a bishop, teacher, and martyr who lived in the early Church. He learned from the Apostle John and helped lead Christians in a time of danger. His letter to the Philippians still teaches us today. Polycarp stayed true to Jesus, even when facing death. His story helps us understand how the early Church kept the faith strong. Learn more about his life, his writings, and what his example can teach us now. Read More
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The Annunciation
The Feast of the Annunciation is celebrated on March 25. This feast day commemorates the announcement of the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary that she had been chosen to be the mother of Jesus. Read More