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18th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year C (2022)

Filed Under: Feasts Holy Days and Seasons

Sunday, July 31, 2022

The readings for Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year C are a warning against becoming to attached to worldly goods and temporary pleasures. In the first reading (Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:21-23) we are warned that the things of this world will not bring us lasting joy. The psalm (Psalm 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14 and 17) reminds us that our days hear are numbered. In the second reading (Colossians 3:1-5, 9-1) we are reminded to focus on our spiritual lives. In the gospel (Luke 12:13-21) Jesus tells the parable of the Rich Fool who put all of his energy into acquiring wealth and then suddenly died.

Detachment from the things of this world and enriching our spiritual lives are themes for this Sunday. Here are some ideas:

Treasure Hunt (For VBS or Youth Group)
Treasure Hunt is a really easy activity to do either indoors or outdoors. And your older VBS or youth ministry students will enjoy it as much as the younger ones.
Mutiny (Human Pinata Game for VBS or Youth Group)
Mutiny is a game which I have also heard called "human pinata". In this game, the little pirates chase around the captain and steal his candy. This is a great outdoor game for VBS or youth group. If you play this for a themed vacation bible school or youth ministry meeting, have the captain dress up if possible. #ShipwreckedVBS #VBS #YouthMinistry #YouthGroup
Think of What Is Above
Think of what is above, not of what is on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ your life appears, then you too will appear with him in glory.

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