Theme: Jesus raises from the dead.

Breaking Open the Word
Suggested text for faith sharing: Today’s Gospel

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 words are repeated over and over again?

Step Two: Look into Your Life

Question for Children: How do you help build God’s Kingdom on Earth?

Question for Youth: What could you say to comfort someone whose loved one has died?

Question for Adults: How do you handle death? Do you recognize that you will reunite with your loved one again? How do you come to terms with the separation?