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Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

February 3, 2021February 3, 2021
by Barbara Simon-Johnson

Becoming Eucharist

Mealtime Table Talk for Families

Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple area and to breaking bread in their homes. They ate their meals with exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying favor with all the people. –Acts of the Apostles 2:46-47a

Bring your bible and this print and fold-able ‘table tent’ (or your electronic device) to your dinner table with your family to discuss Sunday’s Gospel and how you can be the Body of Christ in the world.

Prayer before meals

Bless us, O Lord,
and these thy gifts which
we are about to receive from thy bounty,
through Christ, Our Lord.
Amen.

Eat the meal together. Have each family member respond to the following questions:

Where have I given kindness this week?
Where have I received kindness this week?

Together Read and Reflect on the Holy Day’s Gospel

February 7, Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Mark 1:29-39

Feel free to use your family bible or children’s bible. Be creative. Read it in parts. Act out the story.

Imagine what you think it was like when Jesus was healing the people. What do you see? Hear? Smell? Feel?
Why do you think Jesus goes off to a deserted place to pray?
What do you want Jesus to heal in you?

Family Action Step

Go out into the world to be the Body of Christ. Choose an action for your family this week that brings Christ to others. Maybe it is an action inspired by your Gospel reflection.

Prayer after Meals

We give you thanks
for all your gifts,
almighty God,
living and reigning
now and for ever.
Amen.

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Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 25, 2021January 26, 2021
by Barbara Simon-Johnson

Becoming Eucharist

Mealtime Table Talk for Families

Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple area and to breaking bread in their homes. They ate their meals with exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying favor with all the people. –Acts of the Apostles 2:46-47a

Prayer before meals

Bless us, O Lord,
and these thy gifts which
we are about to receive from thy bounty,
through Christ, Our Lord.
Amen.

Eat the meal together. Have each family member respond to the following questions:

Where have I given kindness this week?
Where have I received kindness this week?

Together Read and Reflect on the Holy Day’s Gospel

January 31, Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Mark 1:21-28

Feel free to use your family bible or children’s bible. Be creative. Read it in parts. Act out the story.

Jesus frees the man from the unclean spirit. What do you want Jesus to help you overcome?
What are some things you want Jesus to free the world from?

Family Action Step

Go out into the world to be the Body of Christ. Choose an action for your family this week that brings Christ to others. Maybe it is an action inspired by your Gospel reflection.

Prayer after Meals

We give you thanks
for all your gifts,
almighty God,
living and reigning
now and for ever.
Amen.

Lessons in English

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 19, 2021
by Barbara Simon-Johnson

Becoming Eucharist

Mealtime Table Talk for Families

Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple area and to breaking bread in their homes. They ate their meals with exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying favor with all the people. –Acts of the Apostles 2:46-47a

Prayer before meals

Bless us, O Lord,
and these thy gifts which
we are about to receive from thy bounty,
through Christ, Our Lord.
Amen.

Eat the meal together. Have each family member respond to the following questions:

Where have I given kindness this week?
Where have I received kindness this week?

Together Read and Reflect on the Holy Day’s Gospel

January 24, Third Sunday in Ordinary Time: Mark 1:14-20

Feel free to use your family bible or children’s bible. Be creative. Read it in parts. Act out the story.

What did those who chose to follow Jesus have to give up to follow him?
Have you had to give up anything to be a follower of Jesus? If so, what?
Jesus called his disciples. What do you think Jesus is calling you to do?

Family Action Step

Go out into the world to be the Body of Christ. Choose an action for your family this week that brings Christ to others. Maybe it is an action inspired by your Gospel reflection.

Prayer after Meals

We give you thanks
for all your gifts,
almighty God,
living and reigning
now and for ever.
Amen.

Lessons in English

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 12, 2021January 15, 2021
by Barbara Simon-Johnson

Becoming Eucharist

Mealtime Table Talk for Families

Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple area and to breaking bread in their homes. They ate their meals with exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying favor with all the people. –Acts of the Apostles 2:46-47a

Prayer before meals

Bless us, O Lord,
and these thy gifts which
we are about to receive from thy bounty,
through Christ, Our Lord.
Amen.

Eat the meal together. Have each family member respond to the following questions:

Where have I given kindness this week?
Where have I received kindness this week?

Together Read and Reflect on the Holy Day’s Gospel

January 17, Second Sunday in Ordinary Time: John 1:35-42

Feel free to use your family bible or children’s bible. Be creative. Read it in parts. Act out the story.

As soon as Andrew heard who Jesus was, he followed him. Is it that easy for you to be a follower of Jesus?
What makes it difficult to be a follower of Jesus?
How can you overcome these difficulties?
What are the good things about being a follower of Jesus?

Family Action Step

Go out into the world to be the Body of Christ. Choose an action for your family this week that brings Christ to others. Maybe it is an action inspired by your Gospel reflection.

Prayer after Meals

We give you thanks
for all your gifts,
almighty God,
living and reigning
now and for ever.
Amen.

Lessons in English

The Baptism of the Lord

January 8, 2021
by Barbara Simon-Johnson

Becoming Eucharist

Mealtime Table Talk for Families

Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple area and to breaking bread in their homes. They ate their meals with exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying favor with all the people. –Acts of the Apostles 2:46-47a

Prayer before meals

Bless us, O Lord,
and these thy gifts which
we are about to receive from thy bounty,
through Christ, Our Lord.
Amen.

Eat the meal together. Have each family member respond to the following questions:

Where have I given kindness this week?
Where have I received kindness this week?

Together Read and Reflect on the Holy Day’s Gospel

January 10, The Baptism of the Lord: Mark 1:7-11

Feel free to use your family bible or children’s bible. Be creative. Read it in parts. Act out the story.

Parents, tell the story of your children’s baptisms.
What do you think it was like to be John the Baptist?
How would you have felt if you saw what happened after you baptized Jesus?

Family Action Step

Go out into the world to be the Body of Christ. Choose an action for your family this week that brings Christ to others. Maybe it is an action inspired by your Gospel reflection.

Prayer after Meals

We give you thanks
for all your gifts,
almighty God,
living and reigning
now and for ever.
Amen.

Lessons in English

The Epiphany of the Lord

December 31, 2020
by Barbara Simon-Johnson

Becoming Eucharist

Mealtime Table Talk for Families

Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple area and to breaking bread in their homes. They ate their meals with exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying favor with all the people. –Acts of the Apostles 2:46-47a

Prayer before meals

Bless us, O Lord,
and these thy gifts which
we are about to receive from thy bounty,
through Christ, Our Lord.
Amen.

Eat the meal together. Have each family member respond to the following questions:

Where have I given kindness this week?
Where have I received kindness this week?

Together Read and Reflect on the Holy Day’s Gospel

January 3, The Epiphany of the Lord: Matthew 2:1-12

Feel free to use your family bible or children’s bible. Be creative. Read it in parts. Act out the story.

The star guided the magi to Jesus. Who or what has guided you to Jesus?
Who helps you to see Jesus in the others around you?

Family Action Step

Go out into the world to be the Body of Christ. Choose an action for your family this week that brings Christ to others. Maybe it is an action inspired by your Gospel reflection.

Prayer after Meals

We give you thanks
for all your gifts,
almighty God,
living and reigning
now and for ever.
Amen.