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Sunday Readings for November 2016 to November 2017 (Cycle A Readings). The passages follow the lectionary of the Catholic Church in the United States, which is based on the New American Bible Revised Edition.
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This video is a trivia game that can be used to assess children's understanding of receiving Communion at Mass.
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This video demonstrates the "dos" and "don'ts" of receiving Communion.
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This video is a trivia game that can be used to assess children's understanding of the Introductory Rites.
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The script for the skit in which children reenact the Last Supper, acting as Jesus, the Apostles, and narrators.
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The song/video "Come Worship the Lord," by John Michael Talbot, is available on YouTube (7:58). Point out that this song is based on Psalm 95. Commentary includes an explanation of the liturgy as a dance, with gestures. You may want to try following the instructions for the gestures. It is best used on day 3.
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The song/video "I Lift Up My Soul," by Tim Manion and the Saint Louis Jesuits, available on YouTube (3:00) with lyrics, shows views of Catholic liturgy and prayer as well as natural scenes. It is best used on days 1 or 2.
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The song/video "The Kingdom of God," like many Taizé songs, is available on YouTube (4:15) and is a meditative chant that would work well as an introduction to chant and an opening prayer. It is appropriate for use on day 4.
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This worksheet guides students to read and answer questions about a specific Hebrew festival from the book of Leviticus.
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In this activity, partners read the readings for a specific feast day and identify key symbols, similarities, and differences that help make Mass more meaningful.
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A short video explaining Ash Wednesday and Lent.
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The Catholic Mass, and what each of us brings to it.
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A personal story about discovering how Catholicism is truly universal.
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A quick, two-minute video from Busted Halo that explains why we celebrate Advent and wait to celebrate Christmas.
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A personal story about seeing the Church as a wise elder sitting on a porch.
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A personal story about being committed to God.
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Work with your group to complete the section of this handout that corresponds to your assigned topic.
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A short video explaining the Holy Trinity and the Feast of the Most Holy Trinity.
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A short video explaining the Feast of the Most Holy Trinity.
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A self-quiz, or self-assessment, on faithful citizenship.
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A short clip about the meaning of Good Friday.
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A short clip about the meaning of Holy Thursday.
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A short clip about the significance of Holy Week.
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A documentary discussing the historical/theological precedents for celibacy.
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A documentary that provides: 1) A theological basis for the Eucharist, 2) An explanation of precisely what transpires during the Eucharist, 3) The process by which the bread of the Eucharist is created and 4) An instance of a Eucharistic miracle.
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A documentary discussing the importance and role of Lent.
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"Where the New Translation meets the New Evangelization." World class, eminently faithful liturgical instruction from Salve Regina Publications; available to the members of your parishioners - 24 hours a day / 7 days a week -- at MissalPrep.com. This video discusses what has changed as of Advent 2011.
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This episode of Reason for the Season, brought to us by the Irish Dominicans, focuses on the Triduum, from Holy Thursday till the Easter Vigil. It explains why and what we celebrate during this highlight of the liturgical year.
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This is the first episode of the new series Reason for the Season. This episode, narrated by an Irish Dominican, will look at the season of Advent and explain, for example, the symbolism of the Advent wreath and the color of the vestments used.
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Gregorian Chant recording.
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Another part of a video series from Wordonfire.org. Father Barron will be commenting on subjects from modern day culture, and how Catholics know Jesus is present in the Blessed Sacrament. For more visit http://www.wordonfire.org/
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The Mass Is Changing...How? Why? And what does it all mean for you? Catholic Answers Senior Apologist Jimmy Akin explains why the Church has decided to issue a new translation of the Roman Missal.
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What are the historical roots of the Mass? The Mass is changing...How? Why? And what does it all mean for you? This video is a detailed summary of continuity concerning liturgy.
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A brief description of the holy season of Christmas for the Roman Catholic Church.
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Join Catholic Digest as we journey through the Advent season. Catholic Digest has put together five meditative videos beginning with the first Sunday of Advent and culminating with Christmas. Each video is short enough to fit in any day—your lunch break, prayer time or any opportunity you have for personal reflection. These brief videos serve to provide you with an opportunity for reflection; self examination and spiritual direction to guide you through the Advent season.
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