This reflection on the Epiphany will help youth understand that following Jesus means giving our whole selves over to him and leaving behind anything which is hindering us.
Discipleship
The Parable of the Ten Virgins – Reflection and Questions
This reflection will help youth understand the Parable of the Ten Virgins. In this parable, Jesus asks us to be prepared and ready.
You Cannot Be Half A Saint
You cannot be half a saint; you must be a whole saint or no saint at all – St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Actions Speak Louder than Words – Reflection and Discussion Questions
This reflection on the Parable of the Two Sons helps us consider that we cannot just say we are Christians. We must also act. And we must sometimes have the humility to admit we were wrong and then do the right thing.
What Is My Cross? Reflection and Small Group Discussion Questions
This youth ministry reflection on Matthew 16:21-27 helps teens understand what it means to “take up your cross” and gives them some concrete ideas of how they can do this. This reflection would work well in conjunction with Stations of the Cross if time allows.
Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year A (2023)
Sunday, July 2
The readings for the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time encourage us to make our relationship with God first in all we do. So discipleship, baptism, and redemption are good themes for this weekend’s readings.
Saint Paul: Persecutor to Apostle
Conversion is an ongoing, lifelong, daily experience. This video provides wonderful background material for a youth ministry discussion about discipleship, the epistles of St. Paul, or conversion.
3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year A (2023)
Sunday, January 22
In Year A, these readings inspire us to understand that Jesus has saved us and we are called to spread that good news to others.
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year A (2023)
Sunday, January 15
For Year A, the readings inspire us to think about the call to holiness and the need to declare that Jesus has died for our redemption.
Fish Bowl Toss Carnival Game
Fish bowl toss is an easy game which is a take on a traditional carnival game. Use this for youth ministry or VBS. In the traditional game, if you land your ball in a bowl with a fish, you get a live goldfish! But this version does not have live fish.