Theme: God wants us to be just and right.

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

Step One: Listen to the Word
As you hear this reading, what words or phrases strike you? What image comes to mind from this reading?

Step Two: Look into Your Life

Question for Children: In what specific ways do you share with the poor from what you have been given?

Question for Youth: Who are the people you have met who are against you? Are there people who persecute you because of your faith? How do you treat these people?

Question for Adults: In today’s worldwide community, who are the rich and what does God want of them?