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3rd Sunday of Easter – Year C (2022)

Filed Under: Feasts Holy Days and Seasons

Sunday, May 1, 2022

The readings for the 3rd Sunday in Easter for year C show us that we must boldly proclaim the Good News and bring in a large catch of new Christians. The first reading (Acts 5:27-32, 40B-41) the apostles are told not to preach of Jesus Christ, but they continue even though they suffer for it. The psalm (Psalm 30:2, 4, 5-6, 11-12, 13) declares “I will praise you, Lord, for you have rescued me.” The second reading (Revelation 5:11-14) shows all creatures in heaven and earth proclaiming Jesus Christ as king. And in the gospel (John 21:1-19) several disciples were fishing when Jesus appeared to them. He told them where to cast their nets and they retrieved a great catch. Then Simon Peter recognized Jesus and swam to him.

Evangelization is a good theme for this weekend. Here are some ideas:

Davy Jones Locker (Game for VBS or Camp)
Davy Jones Locker is a simple game for young children at Vacation Bible School or church camp.  In this game you fish men and treasure out of the sea. Even the youngest children at VBS will enjoy this one. Everyone gets to keep whatever they fish out. #ShipwreckedVBS #VBS #campgames #churchcamp
Ah So Co Game
Ah So Co is a fast paced circle game which can be played while social distancing. Use it for your youth ministry, VBS, or camp. It works well for six or more players. This game is all about following directions. It is also about saying and doing the right thing at the right time.
Do’s and Don’ts of Evangelization
This very funny video from Life Teen shows teenagers how (or how not) to introduce their friends to Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church. It's a great resource for getting a youth ministry group talking about evangelization.
The Lamb’s Supper: The Mass As Heaven on Earth (The Book of Revelation)
The Book of Revelation can be one of the most difficult books of the bible to understand. In his book The Lamb's Supper: The Mass As Heaven on Earth, Scott Hahn makes the case that the Book of Revelation is actually a description of the Mass. And every time we participate in the Eucharistic celebration we are actually taking part in a liturgy where heaven intersects with earth.
Blessing and Honor and Glory Forever and Ever
Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, everything in the universe, cry out: "To the one who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be blessing and honor, glory and might, forever and ever."

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