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Abstain from Meat on a Day in Addition to Friday
Fasting is one of the traditional Catholic Lenten practices. All Catholics abstain from meat on Fridays during Lent as a form of fasting. For personal fasting, you can choose to voluntarily abstain from meat one more day during the week.
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Palm Sunday Year A (2023) – Passion Sunday
Sunday April 2, 2023The readings for Palm Sunday Year A (Passion Sunday) focus on the stark contrast between the crowds love for Jesus and then their act of abandonment. So these readings would lead us to reflect on Jesus’ act of sacrificial love, a revelation of the nature of God. Here are some ideas.
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5th Sunday of Lent Year A (2023)
Sunday March 26, 2023The readings for the 5th Sunday of Lent Year A are about how God can take us from death to new life. So some possible themes for this Sunday are new life, resurrection, the Pascal Mystery, and reconciliation.
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Act of Love Prayer
The Act of Love prayer is a simple but powerful prayer that expresses our love for God and our commitment to loving and forgiving others.
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Love Definitions Icebreaker Game
The Love Definitions icebreaker game is played in a youth ministry setting with the aim of exploring different definitions and perspectives of love, and to open up a discussion on the topic. It can also help to build group cohesion and encourage teamwork.
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St. Patrick
Friday March 17, 2023St. Patrick is sometimes called the Apostle of Ireland. It is interesting to note that this beloved patron saint of Ireland was not actually born there. He was born in Britain and was captured and taken to Ireland as a slave when he was a teenager. While in captivity, he grew in faith.
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Pretzel Prayer and Recipe
The pretzel is a symbol of prayer. So here is a pretzel prayer to say as you enjoy these treats. A recipe is also included if you want to make your own pretzels.
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Fake You Out: A Lesson Plan on Popularity and Authenticity
This simple lesson plan is for a youth ministry meeting focused on the problem of hiding yourself to seek popularity. Letting our true selves shine will allow us to be the people God created us to be and will lead us to true joy in Christ.
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Toilet Paper Lazarus Game
This Toilet Paper Lazarus game is a fun and engaging way to help youth understand and remember the story of the raising of Lazarus. A set of reflection questions provide reinforcement of the gospel account.
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A Prayer for Forgiveness – Based on Psalm 130
This prayer based on Psalm 130 is a hopeful prayer for forgiveness.
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Life Line Reflection Activity
This Life Line reflection activity will encourage youth to think about the important people, events, and experiences that have shaped their lives, and to recognize the value of each moment.
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Lent Dice
Lent dice is a way to choose what activity to do each day for Lent. You roll two dice. One die will indicate what you will do that day and the other will indicate your intention, whom you are doing it for.
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4th Sunday of Lent Year A (2023)
Sunday March 19, 2023The readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent Year A are about sight and blindness. Some possible themes for this weekend are light and darkness, or how we see ourselves, others, and God.
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Stellar VBS Ideas
Do you need some more ideas to go with Stellar VBS? Here are some additional games, crafts, and snack recipes to go with this easy Vacation Bible School program from Group.
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Post a Religious Message to Social Media
Some people fast from social media during Lent. This can be a very effective way to regain wasted time. But if you are not fasting from social media, consider posting an inspirational religious message to social media. This is a really good Lenten practice for teenagers and adults to try.
