Choose one of the following activities as a way to further reflect on the Sunday readings:

• Today’s readings remind us that God watches over and protects us. Together with your family listen to the song “Be Not Afraid,” by Bob Dufford. (It can be downloaded from i-tunes.) Discuss: How does faith in Christ help you when you are afraid?
• Do you personally know someone who has shown courage in the face of hardship or fear?  Show your support by writing a note of affirmation, or ask that person how you can help.
• Say a family prayer with petitions for people who live in frightening surroundings.  Include your own intentions.  Respond, “Lord, in your great love, hear our prayer.”
• Sit down with your family and watch a favorite suspenseful movie.  After the film, discuss ways that courage was shown or not shown in the movie.  Discuss:  Why are you afraid sometimes?  How can you help someone who is afraid?