Theme: Preparing a pathway in our lives

Breaking Open the Word
Suggested text for faith sharing: Today’s first reading, from Isaiah

Step One: Listen to the Word
As you hear this reading, what words or phrases strike you? What in this reading touches your heart? What image from Isaiah lingers in your memory?

Step Two: Look into Your Life

Question for Children: How do you experience God taking care of you, even in times of trouble?

Question for Youth: John went out to announce the good news of the Messiah’s coming. How can you be good news to your friends and family this week?

Question for Adults: When you hear Isaiah comfort the people by promising that God is like a shepherd who gathers the lambs into his arms, what is your response?