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Shepherd’s Voice Game: Fun Listening Skills Game for John 10:27
This game helps youth understand the importance of listening. Each group of sheep must listen to their shepherd’s voice and follow it. It also goes well with a lesson on sticking together in community. The group of sheep will find it easier to get home if they stay together. Read More
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Free Lesson Plan on Believing: All Things Visible and Invisible (John 20:19-31)
This reflection will help youth think about what it means to believe in something which can’t be seen. How do we know it is real? Read More
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Divine Mercy Sunday Year C (Apr 27, 2025) Free Resources and Reflections for the 2nd Sunday of Easter
The readings for Divine Mercy Sunday Year C tell of Jesus Christ’s incredible love for us and his willingness to display his care for us. This is a time to reflect on all God has done to show us his mercy and to reveal his identity to us. Read More
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Learn New Ways to Pray: 9 Basic Methods of Prayer
Prayer connects us to God in many ways. There are so many ways to pray, like speaking aloud, sitting in silence, or reflecting on Scripture. Prayer can happen in church, at home, or during daily tasks. It helps us grow closer to God and bring Him into every part of life. Exploring different ways to… Read More
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Jelly Bean Prayer: Create Sweet Memories in 2025
The Jelly Bean Prayer is a fun Easter prayer for your family or youth ministry. Make up some jars of jelly beans to give away with the prayer during the Octave of Easter. Put them on display for the rest of Lent to remember that we are walking this Lenten journey with the hope of… Read More
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Holy Saturday (Apr 4, 2026) Free Resources and Reflections
Holy Saturday is the day between Good Friday and Easter. It is a mix of both sorrow for the suffering of Jesus Christ and expectation of his rising. Read More
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Friendship Bracelets Affirmation Activity: Faith and Fun in 2025
Making friendship bracelets can be both a craft and an affirmation activity. The bracelets are made by sharing a bead with a friend and saying what unique quality you like about that person. Read More
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St. Catherine of Siena (Apr 29)
Saint Catherine of Siena Feast Day: April 29 Saint Catherine of Siena is one of the most well-known saints in the Catholic Church. She lived in the 1300s in Italy. Her full name was Caterina Benincasa. She is known for her strong faith and her courage. She is also known for her writings and letters.… Read More
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Easter Sunday (Apr 5, 2026) Free Resources and Reflections
Easter is the most significant celebration in the church year. Catholics celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Easter is actually an octave, lasting eight days. Read More
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Psalm 22: Transform Pain Into Trust
Psalm 22 is one of the most powerful prayers in the Bible. It begins with words that Jesus prayed on the cross: “My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?” This psalm expresses deep suffering but also great trust in God. It speaks to anyone who feels alone, afraid, or overwhelmed. Read More
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Good Friday (Apr 3, 2026) Free Resources and Reflections
On Good Friday, Catholics remember the death by crucifixion of Jesus Christ. This is a solemn day of fast and abstinence. Read More
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Holy Thursday (April 2, 2026) Free Resources and Reflections
On Holy Thursday, Catholics remember the last supper of Jesus Christ with his apostles. This marks the establishment of the sacrament of the Eucharist and the priesthood. Read More
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St. Junipero Serra (Jul 1) Free Resources and Reflections
Saint Junípero Serra was a missionary priest who helped start missions across California. Born in Spain, he left his home to share the Catholic faith in the New World. He walked for miles, even with pain, and founded nine missions. His life was not easy, but he stayed faithful to his calling. Some honor him… Read More
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St. Louis Mary de Montfort (Apr 28) Free Resources and Reflections
Saint Louis de Montfort was a French priest who loved Jesus and Mary deeply. He walked from town to town, preaching and helping people. He is known for teaching that we can follow Jesus better by asking Mary for help. His books like True Devotion to Mary are still read today. He also started religious… Read More
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St. Peter Chanel (Apr 28) Free Resources and Reflections
Saint Peter Chanel was a simple priest who gave his life as a missionary. He worked quietly, helped others, and shared his faith with love. Even when people pushed him away, he stayed kind. He died for his faith, but his story did not end there. After his death, many people became Christian. Today, he… Read More