Acting With Mercy

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)
Questions
Adults: When have you gone out of your way to help a stranger in need?
Children: Would you help a new student who needed help? Why or why not?

Readings

First Reading • God's Command Clear
Deuteronomy 30:10-14 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Psalm
Psalms 69:14+17, 30-31, 33-34, 36a+37 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Second Reading • Christ's Fullness and Reconciliation
Colossians 1:15-20 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Gospel • The Good Samaritan
Luke 10:25-37 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
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