5th Sunday of Easter – Year B (2021)

The readings for the 5th Sunday in Easter for Year B remind us of our dependence on God and each other. The first reading (Acts 9:26-31) tells of how the early Christian learned to trust Saul, who had previously been persecuting them. The psalm (Psalm 22:26-27, 28, 30, 31-32) sings “I will praise you, Lord, in the assembly of your people.” The second reading (1 John 3:18-24) reminds us to love one another. And in the gospel (John 15:1-8) Jesus explains that he is the vine and we must depend on him.

Topics for this weekend could include community and humility. Here are some ideas:

Bible Scavenger Hunt

Bible Scavenger Hunt is a game for youth which gets kids up and moving and encourages them to get familiar with their Bibles

Water Drop Race (Youth Ministry or VBS Game)

This is another indoor water game. It is not messy at all! This works well with any age group also. It would go well with any topic related to water, such as baptism, or a community theme, since the water drop sticks together.

I Am the Vine. You Are the Branches

Just as a branch cannot bear fruit on its own unless it remains on the vine, so neither can you unless you remain in me. I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing.