Second Sunday of Easter, Year A

Encouraging others

Reading I: Acts 2:42-47 (communal life)
Reading II: 1 Peter 1:3-9 (thanksgiving)
Gospel: John 20:19-31 (appearance to the disciples; Thomas)

Key Passage: Then Jesus said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it in my side. Do not doubt but believe.” (John 20:27)

Adult: We show our faith when we demonstrate courage in the face of difficulty. What could you do this week to help strengthen someone?
Child: What could you do this week to encourage someone who is sad or discouraged?
(from PastoralPlanning.com)