23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

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On the Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, we are called to a conversion of heart. Following Jesus means that we must learn to let go of our selfish desires. Jesus helps us do this by healing our wounds and opening our eyes, ears, minds, and hearts. Here are some resources for this Sunday for your youth ministry program, CCD, Children’s Liturgy of the Word, or family lectio divina.

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year A (2023)

The readings for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year A focus on a conversion of heart. Possible themes for this weekend's readings are conversion of heart, the sacrament of Reconciliation (confession), or overcoming hatred.

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year B (2021)

The readings for the Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year B help us understand that God is faithful and merciful. Do we truly believe that God loves each of us with impartiality? Do we try to love as God does?

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year C (2022)

The readings for Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year C help us think about what we truly desire. Do I desire the things of this world or am I willing to sacrifice now to follow Jesus Christ?

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