2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, year A

Jesus, the Son of God
Reading I:Isaiah 49:3, 5-6 (the servant of the Lord)
Reading II: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3 (greeting to the church)
Gospel: John 1:29-34 (John’s testimony to Jesus)

Key Passage: [John said,] “I myself did not know him; but I came baptizing with water for this reason, that he might be revealed to Israel.” (John 1:31)

Adult: We witness to Christ as John did, by living lives full of generosity, forgiveness, and mercy toward others. When do you find it most difficult to do this?
Child: Who has surprised you by doing something kind for you when you did not expect it?
(from: PastoralPlanning.com)