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Social Justice

Do One of the Corporal Works of Mercy

Food for Thought, Divine Mercy Sunday - Year B, Lent, 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A, 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A
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The gospels show us that Jesus reached out to those in need. His life is a model for how we should interact with others. One way to do this is through the Corporal Works of Mercy. Consider looking at these and doing one with the Catholic youth in your life. #service #charity #mercy #LoveOneAnother

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Wash One Another’s Feet

Quotes, Holy Thursday
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So when he had washed their feet and put his garments back on and reclined at table again, he said to them, “Do you realize what I have done for you? You call me ‘teacher’ and ‘master,’ and rightly so, for indeed I am. If I, therefore, the master and teacher, have washed your feet, you ought to wash one another’s feet.

The Daily Way of the Cross

Quotes, Good Friday, Palm Sunday - Year B, Palm Sunday - Year A, Palm Sunday - Year C, Palm Sunday
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The call to discipleship requires us to do more than study and pray. We are also called to act. The corporal works of mercy are a good way to think about concrete ways to help those around us. Practicing the works of mercy help us understand the needs of others.

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year A (2023)

Feasts Holy Days and Seasons, 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A, 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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The readings for the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year A are focused on the Kingdom of God. This could include the Corporal Works of Mercy and social justice topics. Here are some ideas.

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Catholics Are Pro-Life and Pro-Woman

Culture, Holy Innocents, Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children, 3rd Sunday of Lent - Year A
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Many people might think the March for Life and the Women’s March have to be in opposition to each other. This video explains that Catholics are both pro-life and pro-woman.

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Melt My Icy Heart Game (for Youth Ministry)

Games, Team Building Games, 3rd Sunday of Lent - Year A, 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A, 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A, 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B
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This is a fun game to go with a meeting focused on stubbornness or belief. Or just for fun. Your teens will love it. Each team must try to melt a giant ice cube.

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Feasts Holy Days and Seasons, 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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For the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, we think about what it means to be a part of the Kingdom of God. Yes, there is work in building the Kingdom, but we must also take time to listen to Jesus. How will I learn from Jesus today? Find games, ideas, and more for youth ministers, catechists, and parents here.

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5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Feasts Holy Days and Seasons, 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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The Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time finds us at a point where we should be ready to proclaim the Good News through our words and actions. Find ideas for youth ministry and for your family here.

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Women Build Humane and Welcoming Societies

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I thank all women who every day strive to build more humane and welcoming societies. - Pope Francis

I thank all women who every day strive to build more humane and welcoming societies. – Pope Francis

A Prayer for Our Nation

Prayers, Independence Day, 3rd Sunday of Lent - Year A, 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A, 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B
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It is easy to look at the divisions in our country and the injustices and loose hope. But our merciful God is first and foremost our reason for hope. Let us place our country in his hands.

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