3rd Sunday of Easter – Year B (2021)

The readings for the 3rd Sunday in Easter encourage us to truly believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and to accept his love. The first reading (Acts 3:13-15, 17-19) tells us to turn from our disbelief and accept that God is the author of life. The psalm (Psalm 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9) sings “Lord, let your face shine on us.” The second reading (1 John 2:1-5A) explains that Jesus Christ has wiped away our sins. And in the gospel (Luke 24:35-48) the risen Jesus appears to two disciples and helps them understand his death and resurrection.

So faith, hope, and trust in the love of God are themes for this weekend. Here are some ideas:

Yes No Game (Youth Group Game)

The Yes No game is a fun activity for your youth group or youth ministry meeting. It can be tied in with teaching by reminding us that we need to say "Yes" to God. It also works well with a meeting focused on our Blessed Mother, whose  "Fiat" ("let it be done") in answer to the Angel Gabriel at the Annunciation was an affirmation in her complete trust in the Lord.

A Student’s Prayer to St. Jude Thaddeus

St. Jude is the patron saint of hope and of impossible causes. That makes him a good saints for students when they feel overwhelmed by studies and other demands on their time.

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.

Repent and Be Converted

Now I know, brothers, that you acted out of ignorance, just as your leaders did; but God has thus brought to fulfillment what he had announced beforehand through the mouth of all the prophets, that his Christ would suffer. Repent, therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be wiped away.