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6th Sunday of Easter
Year A [55]
The Strength of Faith
Key Passage
Jesus said, "And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, to be with you forever." (John 14:16)
Questions
Adults:
The Spirit gives us inner wisdom and strength. When have you experienced this?
Children:
The Holy Spirit makes you strong inside. When do you need to be strong?
Readings
First Reading • Philip in Samaria
Acts of the Apostles 8:5-8, 14-17
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Psalm
Psalms 66:1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16+20
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Second Reading • On Christian Suffering
1 Peter 3:15-18
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Gospel • Promise of the Paraclete
John 14:15-21
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Related activities & tools
Kids' Travel Guide series:
Kids' Travel Guide to the Fruit of the Spirit: 13 Interactive Lessons
Chapter 2: Love • p.20-27 • Jn 14:8, 14:16, 14:19, 14:15, 15:17
Teaching Kids to Respect Others: Reflections, Activities & Prayers on Bullying and Prejudice
Chapter 14: We Care for Gay People and Straight People • p.47-50 • Gal 3:28; Lk 6:36-42; Jn 14:11-12, 14:20-21