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6th Sunday of Easter – Year A (2023)

Filed Under: Feasts Holy Days and Seasons

Sunday, May 14, 2023

The readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter remind us that God is always with us and always caring for us, no matter where we are or what the circumstance. The first reading (Acts 8:5-8, 14-17) tells of how Peter and John went from Jerusalem to Samaria to pray with the people there and call down the Holy Spirit on them. The psalm (Psalm 66:1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16, 20) is ” Let all the earth cry out to God with joy “, which is our response to God’s loving care for us. The second reading (1 Peter 3:15-18) tells us that Christ suffered for all of us, righteous and sinners alike. And in the gospel (John 14:15-21) Jesus tells us that he has not abandoned us. He has sent the Holy Spirit to be with us always.

So some possible themes for this Sunday are trust in God and a reverence for human dignity. See some specific ideas below.

Prayer of Teilhard de Chardin – Patient Trust
This prayer is about waiting patiently for God. It is especially good for high school students and young adults who are discerning a vocation or possible career. We can be impatient about wanting an answer from God during the discernment process and this prayer is a good way to help trust that God will eventually show us where we are supposed to head.
Sea Slime (for VBS or Youth Ministry)
Slime is easy to make and fun for kids to play with. Mix up a batch of sea slime for your ocean themed Vacation Bible School or youth group meeting.
We Are God’s Beloved Children.
Faith is a gift that keeps alive a profound and beautiful certainty: that we are God’s beloved children.
Let Nothing Disturb You
Let nothing disturb you, Let nothing frighten you, All things are passing; God only is changeless. Patience gains all things. Who has God wants nothing. God alone suffices.
God walks along the dusty paths of our lives
God walks along the dusty paths of our lives and responds to our longing for love and happiness by calling us to joy. – Pope Francis
Every creature is a divine word because it proclaims God
Every creature is a divine word because it proclaims God. – St. Bonaventure
I Will Not Leave You Orphans
I will not leave you orphans; I will come to you. In a little while the world will no longer see me, but you will see me, because I live and you will live. On that day you will realize that I am in my Father and you are in me and I in you.

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