Lifelong Catechesis
Forming Catholic identity across generationsForty days before the Triduum, the Lenten season disposes Catechumens and the faithful to celebrate the paschal mystery through prayer and penitential practices.
Theme: Lent calls us to conversion.
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 lingers in your memory?
Step Two: Look into Your Life
Question for Children: God wants your faith to result in good living. What steps can you take during Lent to make sure that happens?
Question for Youth: What needs changing in your life right now? How will you invite God into that change?
Question for Adults: What steps are you taking this Lent to make sure that your faith bears fruit in good works?