Fifth Sunday of Lent, Year C

False pride

Reading I: Isaiah 43:16–21 (promise of restoration)
Reading II: Philippians 3:8–14 (breaking with the past)
Gospel: John 8:1–11 (the adulteress)

Key Passage: Jesus straightened up and said, “Let anyone among you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” (John 8:7)

Adult: Have you ever been too willing to “cast the first stone” when you disapproved of someone’s behavior? How can you resist these feelings?
Child: When have you criticized or made fun of someone? What could help you act differently?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)