Reading I Genesis 18:20-32 - Abraham intercedes for Sodom
Reading II Colossians 2:12-14 - Sovereign role of Christ
Gospel Luke 11:1-13 - The Our Father
Key Passage Jesus said, “So I say to you, Ask, and it will be given you; search, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened for you.” (Luke 11:9)

Adults: Have your most recent prayers been prayers of praise, petition, or sorrow? Which kind of prayer do you need to practice more often?

Kids: What are you most thankful for right now?

Oración Diaria

Lectura I Génesis 18: 20-32 - Abraham intercede por Sodoma
Lectura II Lectura II Colosenses 2: 12-14 - El papel soberano de Cristo
Evangelio Lucas 11: 1-13 - El Padre Nuestro
Pasaje Clave Jesús dijo: “Así también les digo a ustedes: Pidan y se les dará, busquen y encontrarán, toquen y se les abrirá.”. (Lucas 11: 9)

Adultos: ¿Tus oraciones más recientes, han sido oraciones de alabanza, petición o tristeza? ¿Qué tipo de oración necesitas practicar más a menudo?

Niños: ¿En qué estás más agradecido en este momento?

Reading I Genesis 18:1-10a - Abraham's visitors
Reading II Colossians 1:24-28 - The mystery: Christ in us
Gospel Luke 10:38-42 - Martha and Mary
Key Passage Jesus said to Martha, “There is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the better part, which will not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:42)

Adults: Which response to God's call is more natural to you, prayer or action? Why?

Kids: In the past week, when have you prayed and when have you done good things for others? Which could you do better?

Visitantes Santos

Lectura I Génesis 18: 1-10a - Los visitantes de Abraham
Lectura II Lectura II Colosenses 1: 24-28 - El misterio: Cristo en nosotros
Evangelio Lucas 10: 38-42 - Marta y María
Pasaje Clave Jesús le dijo a Marta: “Una sola es necesaria. María ha elegido la mejor parte y nadie se la quitará.” (Lucas 10:42).

Adultos: ¿Cuál respuesta al llamado de Dios es más natural para ti, oración o acción? ¿Por qué?

Niños: Durante la semana pasada, ¿cuándo has orado y cuándo has hecho algo bueno por los demás? ¿Cual podrías hacer mejor?

Reading I Deuteronomy 30:10-14 - God's command clear
Reading II Colossians 1:15-20 - Christ's fullness and reconciliation
Gospel Luke 10:25-37 - The good Samaritan
Key Passage But a Samaritan while traveling came near him; and when he saw him, he was moved with pity. He went to him and bandaged his wounds, having poured oil and wine on them. Then he put him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him. (Luke 10:33-34)

Adults: When have you gone out of your way to help a stranger in need?

Kids: Would you help a new student who needed help? Why or why not?

Actuando con Misericordia

Lectura I Deuteronomio 30: 10-14 - El mandamiento claro de Dios
Lectura II Colosenses 1: 15-20 - La plenitud y reconciliación de Cristo
Evangelio Lucas 10: 25-37 - El buen samaritano
Pasaje Clave Pero un samaritano que iba de viaje, al verlo, se compadeció de él, se le acercó, ungió sus heridas con aceite y vino y se las vendó: luego lo puso sobre su cabalgadura, lo llevó a un mesón y cuidó de él. (Lucas 10: 33-34)

Adultos: ¿Cuándo te has incomodado para ayudar a un extraño en necesidad?

Niños: ¿Ayudarías a un nuevo estudiante que lo necesita? ¿Por qué si o por qué no?

Reading I Isaiah 66:10-14c - Mother Zion
Reading II Galatians 6:14-18 - The Cross, our true boast
Gospel Luke 10:1-12, 17-20 - Mission of the 72
Key Passage Jesus said to the disciples, “Whenever you enter a town and they do not welcome you, go out into its streets and say, 'Even the dust of your town that clings to our feet, we wipe off in protest against you. Yet know this: the kingdom of God has come near.’” (Luke 10:10-11)

Adults: Where do you see the message of Christian faith being rejected in the world today? What is your response to that?

Kids: What can you do when you are generous with others, and they do not want what you give them?

Aceptando el Mensaje Cristiano

Lectura I Isaías 66: 10-14c - Madre Sión
Lectura II Gálatas 6: 14-18 - La Cruz, nuestro verdadero alarde
Evangelio Lucas 10: 1-12, 17-20 - Misión de los 72
Pasaje Clave Jesús dijo a los discípulos: “Por si entran en una ciudad y no los reciben, salgan por las calles y digan: “Hasta el polvo de esta ciudad, que se nos ha pegado a los pies nos lo sacudimos, en señal de protesta contra ustedes. De todos modos, sepan que el Reino de Dios está cerca”. (Lucas 10:10-11)

Adultos: ¿Dónde ves el mensaje de la fe cristiana siendo rechazada en el mundo hoy? ¿Cual es tu respuesta a eso?

Niños: ¿Qué puedes hacer cuando eres generoso con los demás y ellos no quieren lo que les das?

Reading I 1 Kings 19:16b, 19-21 - Call of Elisha
Reading II Galatians 5:1, 13-18 - Proper use of freedom
Gospel Luke 9:51-62 - The apostles' requirements
Key Passage Another said, “I will follow you, Lord; but let me first say farewell to those at my home." Jesus said to him, "No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.” (Luke 9:61–62)

Adults: When have you faltered or looked back during your journey of faith?

Kids: What can you do to be a stronger follower of Jesus this week?

No Mires Hacia Atrás

Lectura I 1 Reyes 19: 16b, 19-21 - Llamada de Eliseo
Lectura II Gálatas 5: 1, 13-18 - Uso adecuado de la libertad
Evangelio Lucas 9: 51-62 - Los requisitos de los apóstoles
Pasaje Clave Otro le dijo: “Te seguiré Señor; pero déjame primero despedirme de mi familia”. Jesús le contestó: “El que empuña el arado y mira hacia atrás, no sirve para el Reino de Dios.” (Lucas 9:61-62)

Adultos: ¿Cuándo has vacilado o mirado hacia atrás durante tu camino de fe?

Niños: ¿Qué puedes hacer para seguir a Jesús con más fortaleza esta semana?

Reading I Genesis 14:18-20 - The priest Melchizedek
Reading II 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 - The Eucharist
Gospel Luke 9:11b-17 - Feeding the 5,000
Key Passage “They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over.” (Luke 9:17)

Adults: Have you had an experience of not having enough of some gift or grace, then receiving more than enough? What happened?

Kids: What do you have a little of, that you can share with someone who has less?

El Cuerpo y Sangre de Cristo

Lectura I Génesis 14: 18-20 - El sacerdote Melquisedec
Lectura II 1 Corintios 11: 23-26 - La Eucaristía
Evangelio Lucas 9: 11b-17 - Alimentando a los 5,000
Pasaje Clave "Comieron todos y se saciaron, y de lo que sobro se llenaron doce canastos." (Lucas 9:17)

Adultos: ¿Has tenido alguna experiencia de no tener suficiente de algún don o gracia, y luego recibiste más que suficiente? ¿Que pasó?

Niños: ¿Tienes un poco de algo que puedas compartir con aquellos que tienen menos? ¿Que es ese algo?

Reading I Proverbs 8:22-31 - The discourse of wisdom
Reading II Romans 5:1-5 - Faith, hope, and love
Gospel John 16:12-15 - Coming of the paraclete
Key Passage Jesus said, “I still have many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth; for he will not speak on his own, but will speak whatever he hears, and he will declare to you the things that are to come.” (John 16:12.13a)

Adults: In what difficult situation has the Holy Spirit helped you see more clearly?

Kids: What kind of decision can the Holy Spirit help you with?

El Espíritu de la Verdad

Lectura I Proverbios 8: 22-31 - El discurso de la sabiduría
Lectura II Romanos 5: 1-5 - Fe, esperanza y amor
Evangelio Juan 16: 12-15 - Venida del paráclito
Pasaje Clave Jesús dijo: “Aún tengo muchas cosas que decirles, pero todavía no las pueden comprender. Pero cuando venga el Espíritu de verdad, el los irá guiando hasta la verdad plena, porque no hablará por su cuenta, sino que dirá lo que haya oído y les anunciará las cosas que van a suceder.” (Juan 16: 12.13a)

Adultos: ¿En qué situación difícil el Espíritu Santo te ha ayudó a ver más claramente?

Niños: ¿Con qué tipo de decisión te puede ayudar el Espíritu Santo?

Reading I Acts 2:1-11 - Descent of the Holy Spirit
Reading II 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13 - Many gifts, one Spirit, and the analogy of the body
Gospel John 20:19-23 - Appearance to the disciples
Key Passage Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord. (1 Corinthians 12:4-5)

Adults: What gift of service have you received from the Holy Spirit and how well are you using it right now?

Kids: What gift do you hope to receive from the Holy Spirit? How could you use it to serve others?

El Don del Servicio

Lectura I Hechos 2: 1-11 - Descenso del Espíritu Santo
Lectura II 1 Corintios 12: 3b-7, 12-13 - Muchos dones, un Espíritu y la analogía del cuerpo
Evangelio Juan 20: 19-23 - Aparición a los discípulos
Pasaje Clave Hay diferentes dones, pero el Espíritu es el mismo. Hay diferentes servicios, pero el Señor es el mismo. (1 Corintios 12:4-5)

Adultos: ¿Qué don de servicio has recibido del Espíritu Santo y qué tan bien lo estás usando ahora?

Niños: ¿Qué regalo esperas recibir del Espíritu Santo? ¿Cómo podrías usarlo para servir a los demás?

Reading I Acts 1:1-11 - The Ascension of Jesus Reading II Ephesians 1:17-23 - A Spirit of wisdom Gospel Luke 24:46-53 - The Ascension Key Passage That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation resulting in knowledge of him. (Ephesians 1:17)

Adults: Who in your family has the gift of wisdom? How does he or she use this gift?

Kids: Who is the wisest person you know? What has he or she taught you?

Reading I Acts 15:1-2, 22-29 - Letter of the apostles to the gentiles
Reading II Revelation 21:10-14, 22-23 - The new Jerusalem
Gospel John 14:23-29 - Last discourse; faithfulness to God's word
Key Passage Jesus answered him, “Whoever loves me will keep my word, and my Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our dwelling with him.” (John 14:23)

Adults: What difference has it made in your life when you made a decision in accord with Jesus' teachings?

Kids: When will you have to make a decision this week? What will help you make a good decision?

Reading I Acts 14:21-27 - End of the first mission
Reading II Revelation 21:1-5a - New heavens and new earth
Gospel John 13:31-33a, 34-35 - A new commandment
Key Passage Jesus said, “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another.” (John 13:34)

Adults: When have you seen the power of love overcome a bad situation?

Kids: Do you believe love is stronger than hate? Why?

Reading I Acts 13:14, 43-52 - Paul's and Barnabas' address to the gentiles
Reading II Revelation 7:9, 14b-17 - Rejoicing of the elect of every nation
Gospel John 10:27-30 - Words at the feast of the dedication of the Temple
Key Passage Jesus said, “My sheep hear my voice. I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one will snatch them out of my hand.” (John 10:27.28)

Adults: Whom do you try to protect as Christ protects you?

Kids: Who helps you feel safe and protected? Whom can you take care of and help feel safe?

Reading I Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41 - Disciples' second trial before the Sanhedrin
Reading II Revelation 5:11-14 - Praise to the lamb
Gospel John 21:1-19 or 21:1-14 - Appearance at the Sea of Tiberias
Key Passage When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Feed my lambs.” (John 21:15)

Adults: In what ways are you answering Jesus' command to Peter to "feed my sheep”?

Kids: What do you do to take care of others as Jesus asked Peter to do?