First Sunday of Advent (Year B) 29/11/2020

Children’s Liturgy(ORATORiO

First Sunday of Advent (Year B) 

 29th December, 2020

Year B is a year of Sacraments

Preparing the worship space.

Colour: Purple

Theme: A Heart.

         ====  7:00 - 7:03 ==== 

Welcome: Today is the First Sunday of Advent – a special time when we get ready for the coming of Jesus. Jesus asks us all to keep watch for Him so that we will be ready when He comes. Today we shall notice the change in colour, which one do you think it is? Purple.

And Today’s theme <hold up the theme> is a heart. What does a heart make you think of? <LOVE!> Our hearts are in the center of our bodies. We have to have hearts to live. We talk about our hearts like they hold important emotions (like love).  We want the love of Jesus in our hearts.

                

 ==== 7:00 - 7:03 ===

Entrance Song 

1 O come, O come, Immanuel,

and ransom captive Israel

that mourns in lonely exile here

until the Son of God appear.

Refrain:

Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel

shall come to you, O Israel.

2 O come, O Wisdom from on high,

who ordered all things mightily;

to us the path of knowledge show

and teach us in its ways to go. Refrain

3 O come, O come, great Lord of might,

who to your tribes on Sinai's height

in ancient times did give the law

in cloud and majesty and awe. Refrain

Ask: What was last week’s theme? “Crown. 

It represented Jesus, our King.

//V// In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. 

//R// Amen.

//V// May The Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,

And the love of God,

And the fellowship of the Holy Spirit,

be with you all.

//R//  And with Your Spirit.

====  7:03 - 7:08 ====

NEWS TIME :-)

====  7:08 - 7:11 ====

Penitential Rite

Dear little children, let us acknowledge our sins, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

Confession of our sins

I confess to the Almighty God,

and to you, my brothers and sisters,

that I have greatly sinned

in my thoughts and in my words

in what I have done and In what I have failed to do

          -strike the breast 3 times as you say-

through my fault

through my fault

through my most grievous fault

THEREFORE I ask Blessed Mary Ever Virgin

all the Angels and Saints

and you, my brothers and sisters

to pray for me to the Lord our God…

Oh Lord Have Mercy

Have Mercy on us oh Lord

For we have sinned against you.

Show us, Oh Lord, your mercy

And grant us your salvation.

You were sent to heal the contrite of heart.

Lord have Mercy

Lord have Mercy

You came to sinners

Christ have mercy

Christ have mercy

You are seated at the right hand of the father to intercede for us.

Lord have mercy.3

Lord have mercy.

May the almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our sins and bring us to life everlasting?  AMEN.

====  7:11 - 7:14 ====

With a loud voice lets sing the Gloria!

GLORIA

Song of Glory Sing to God,

Glory, glory sing glory to God x2

God’s own son has come to earth,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Celebrate his wonderful birth,       ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Hear the good news of his word,        ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Share the sound of hope we’ve heard.     ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

God of love, Glory to God

God of splendor, Glory to God

God of life, Glory to God.       Let us sing  “Glory, glory sing glory to God x2”

Opening Prayer

God of love, you sent your Son Jesus into the world to show us how to live. Help us to be ready for when he comes again....... Amen

===  7:14 - 7:19 ====

Liturgy of the Word

Introduction of the first reading.

Say:  Today’s first reading is from the first letter of St. Paul to the Corinthian people. In this reading, St Paul talks about how grateful he is that Jesus came to earth to be with us. Pretend that you are a child who lived in the city of Corinth....... 

A prepared child/children come and take the reading. It’s the 2nd reading.

1 Corinthians 1:3-9 (GNT)

3 May God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace.

Blessings in Christ

4 I always give thanks to my God for you because of the grace he has given you through Christ Jesus. 5 For in union with Christ you have become rich in all things, including all speech and all knowledge. 6 The message about Christ has become so firmly established in you 7 that you have not failed to receive a single blessing, as you wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed. 8 He will also keep you firm to the end, so that you will be faultless on the Day of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 God is to be trusted, the God who called you to have fellowship with his Son Jesus Christ, our Lord.

This is the word of the Lord;

All say “Thanks be to God”.

Ask: What did you hear? Discuss. God will take care of us until Jesus returns to earth.

Let us now focus on our responsorial Psalm:

< Give peace, O Lord, to those who wait for you.…> 3x

Introducing the Gospel

Say: Today’s Gospel reading comes from the New Testament book of Mark. In this reading, Jesus is talking to his disciples.  He compares his coming back to earth with another situation.  He compares it to a man leaving his house and putting his servants in charge who also doesn’t tell them when he is coming back.  Listen to Jesus’ words as if you were one of his disciples.  What do you think Jesus trying to tell the disciples?

...with Alleluia!! –

We sing while standing and welcome the gospel!!

Welcoming the Gospel; 

You are welcome Lord of Lords, 

You are welcome King of Kings 

You are welcome Lord of Hosts 

You are welcome Prince of Peace.. 

You are welcome here, Alle-lluia, 

Alle..lluia Might God!!! 

The leader reading the gospel, silently says: “Cleanse our hearts and our lips almighty God, that we may worthily proclaim your Holy Gospel”.

The Leader starts: 

-The Lord be with You,

-And with your Spirit.

A reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.

Glory to You, O Lord

Mark 13:33-37 (GNT)

33 Be on watch, be alert, for you do not know when the time will come. 34 It will be like a man who goes away from home on a trip and leaves his servants in charge, after giving to each one his own work to do and after telling the doorkeeper to keep watch. 35 Watch, then, because you do not know when the master of the house is coming—it might be in the evening or at midnight or before dawn or at sunrise. 36 If he comes suddenly, he must not find you asleep. 37 What I say to you, then, I say to all: Watch!” 

“The Gospel of the Lord”

All say “Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ”.

====  7:19 - 7:24 ====

(*) Tell your prepared reflecting story to motivate the children, but according to the Gospel and at children’s level of understanding like in the suggestions below…

Gospel reflection:

Ask:  What was Jesus trying to tell his disciples? – to be ready for His return- What can we do to get ready for Jesus to be in our lives?  <be good to people, obey parents, do homework, pray more etc.>  These are things that we want to try to do during Advent.  We want to try to be closer to God by being the best people we know how to be.

Memory Verse:

“Matthew 13:36 “…. <“If he comes suddenly, he must not find you asleep..”>...”x3

Let us stand up and we profess our faith.

Profession of our faith

I believe in God the Father, Almighty,

creator of heaven and earth:

And in Jesus Christ, his only begotten Son, our Lord:

         --bow down--

Who was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary:

Suffered under Pontius Pilate;

was crucified, died and was buried:

He descended into hell:

The third day he rose again from the dead:

He ascended into heaven,

and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty:

From there He will come to judge the living and the dead: 

I believe in the Holy Spirit:

the holy catholic church:

the communion of saints:

The forgiveness of sins:

The resurrection of the body:

And the life everlasting. 

Amen.

====  7:24 - 7:26 ====

Prayers of the Faithful . Now is the time to pray for our stuff :-) Intercessions.

You may want to ask the children to offer their own prayers or you can use the suggestions here.

We pray together for God’s help to use our talents wisely:

Leader: God asks us to be ready for when Jesus comes again. Together let us ask for God’s help …

Prayer 1. We pray for all people who are poor, sick, sad or frightened: that they may be comforted and find hope for a better future... We pray to the Lord...

Prayer 2. We pray for our families and friends: that we may always keep our eyes open to the world around us and reach out to all those who need our help… We pray to the Lord....

Prayer 3. We pray for our parish community: that we may follow the example of Jesus and be ready to welcome Him when He comes... We pray to the Lord... 

 Prayer 4. Living God, help us to listen to your word, to be kind and generous and helpful to others and to be ready to welcome Jesus when He comes... We pray to the Lord...

====  7:26 - 7:28 ====

Silently, each one tells God their petition.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, for ever and ever. Amen

====  7:28 - 7:30 ====

Song Interlude: Walk Walk in the light, walk walk in the light, Sing as we give in our offertory and we walk to the big  church... 

NOTE-- after the song is sung, (and there is still some time), we pick the children that will perform next Sunday.... 

Bring up A child in a way he should go, and when he is old, he will not turn from it. Proverbs 22:6

The Solemnity of Christ, King of the Universe Sunday

The Feast of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (Year A)  

Sunday 22nd November, 2020

Preparing the worship space.

Colour: Green

Theme: Crown.

       ====  7:00 - 7:03 ==== 

Welcome: Today Jesus tells us that he is in all people, and that when we help others or treat them badly then we are doing the same to Him and our theme is a crown. Who wears a crown? <a royal person> Jesus is our King, so we remember that today by using a crown as our symbol.                 

 ==== 7:00 - 7:03 ===

Entrance Song 

Refrain 

Whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers 

That you do unto me. 

Whatsoever you do to the least of my sisters 

That you do unto me.

When I was hungry, you gave me to eat; 

When I was thirsty you gave me to drink. 

Now enter into the home of my Father. Refrain

When I was weary, you helped me find rest; 

When I was anxious, you calmed all my fears. 

Now enter into the home of my Father. Refrain

When I was homeless, you opened your door; 

When I was naked, you gave me your coat. 

Now enter into the home of my Father. Refrain

Ask: What was last week’s theme? “Talents. We talked about ways that we can use the gifts/talents God gave us to make the world a better place.

//V// In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. 

//R// Amen.

//V// May The Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,

And the love of God,

And the fellowship of the Holy Spirit,

be with you all.

//R//  And with Your Spirit.

====  7:03 - 7:08 ====

NEWS TIME :-)

====  7:08 - 7:11 ====

Penitential Rite

Dear little children, let us acknowledge our sins, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

Confession of our sins

I confess to the Almighty God,

and to you, my brothers and sisters,

that I have greatly sinned

in my thoughts and in my words

in what I have done and In what I have failed to do

          -strike the breast 3 times as you say-

through my fault

through my fault

through my most grievous fault

THEREFORE I ask Blessed Mary Ever Virgin

all the Angels and Saints

and you, my brothers and sisters

to pray for me to the Lord our God…

Oh Lord Have Mercy

Have Mercy on us oh Lord

For we have sinned against you.

Show us, Oh Lord, your mercy

And grant us your salvation.

You were sent to heal the contrite of heart.

Lord have Mercy

Lord have Mercy

You came to sinners

Christ have mercy

Christ have mercy

You are seated at the right hand of the father to intercede for us.

Lord have mercy.3

Lord have mercy.

May the almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our sins and bring us to life everlasting?  AMEN.

====  7:11 - 7:14 ====

With a loud voice lets sing the Gloria!

GLORIA

Song of Glory Sing to God,

Glory, glory sing glory to God x2

God’s own son has come to earth,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Celebrate his wonderful birth,       ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Hear the good news of his word,        ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Share the sound of hope we’ve heard.     ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

God of love, Glory to God

God of splendor, Glory to God

God of life, Glory to God.       Let us sing  “Glory, glory sing glory to God x2”

Opening Prayer

Christ Jesus, help us to see you in every one of our brothers and sisters around the world and move us to reach out to those who are hungry, thirsty, lonely, sick or in prison. Amen....... Amen

===  7:14 - 7:19 ====

Liturgy of the Word

Introduction of the first reading.

Say:  Today’s first reading is from the Old Testament book of the prophet Ezekiel. In this reading, you will hear God comparing Himself to a shepherd.  A shepherd would do many things to care for his sheep.  If God is the shepherd, can anyone tell me who they think the sheep might be?  <US!> Listen closely to this reading for ways that a shepherd takes care of his sheep....... 

A prepared child/children come and take the reading.

Ezekiel 34:11- 12, 14-16 (GNT) 

The Good Shepherd

11 “I, the Sovereign Lord, tell you that I myself will look for my sheep and take care of them 12 in the same way as shepherds take care of their sheep that were scattered and are brought together again. I will bring them back from all the places where they were scattered on that dark, disastrous day.

14 I will let them graze in safety in the mountain meadows and the valleys and in all the green pastures of the land of Israel. 15 I myself will be the shepherd of my sheep, and I will find them a place to rest. I, the Sovereign Lord, have spoken.

16 “I will look for those that are lost, bring back those that wander off, bandage those that are hurt, and heal those that are sick; but those that are fat and strong I will destroy, because I am a shepherd who does what is right.

This is the word of the Lord;

All say “Thanks be to God”.

Ask: What did you hear? A shepherd leads his sheep to good places, takes care of their injuries, helps the ones who are not strong.  Who does those things for us?  <God>

Let us now focus on our responsorial Psalm:

< The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want …> 3x

Introducing the Gospel

Say: Today’s Gospel reading comes from the book of Matthew. In the beginning of today’s reading, we hear that God will judge us at the end of the world.  The reading compares us to sheep and goats.  When God speaks to the sheep, God tells them that they were saved because of certain things they did.  First of all, who do you think the sheep represent? US.

...with Alleluia!! –

We sing while standing and welcome the gospel!!

Welcoming the Gospel; 

You are welcome Lord of Lords, 

You are welcome King of Kings 

You are welcome Lord of Hosts 

You are welcome Prince of Peace.. 

You are welcome here, Alle-lluia, 

Alle..lluia Might God!!! 

The leader reading the gospel, silently says: “Cleanse our hearts and our lips almighty God, that we may worthily proclaim your Holy Gospel”.

The Leader starts: 

-The Lord be with You,

-And with your Spirit.

A reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.

Glory to You, O Lord

Pls note it’s a shorter version taken.

Matthew 25:46-15 (GNT)

The Final Judgment

31 “When the Son of Man comes as King and all the angels with him, he will sit on his royal throne, 32 and the people of all the nations will be gathered before him. Then he will divide them into two groups, just as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. 33 He will put the righteous people at his right and the others at his left. 34 Then the King will say to the people on his right, ‘Come, you that are blessed by my Father! Come and possess the kingdom which has been prepared for you ever since the creation of the world. 35 I was hungry and you fed me, thirsty and you gave me a drink; I was a stranger and you received me in your homes, 36 naked and you clothed me; I was sick and you took care of me, in prison and you visited me.’ 37 The righteous will then answer him, ‘When, Lord, did we ever see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you a drink? 38 When did we ever see you a stranger and welcome you in our homes, or naked and clothe you? 39 When did we ever see you sick or in prison, and visit you?’ 40 The King will reply, ‘I tell you, whenever you did this for one of the least important of these followers of mine, you did it for me!’

41 “Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Away from me, you that are under God's curse! Away to the eternal fire which has been prepared for the Devil and his angels! 42 I was hungry but you would not feed me, thirsty but you would not give me a drink; 43 I was a stranger but you would not welcome me in your homes, naked but you would not clothe me; I was sick and in prison but you would not take care of me.’ 44 Then they will answer him, ‘When, Lord, did we ever see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison, and we would not help you?’ 45 The King will reply, ‘I tell you, whenever you refused to help one of these least important ones, you refused to help me.’ 46 These, then, will be sent off to eternal punishment, but the righteous will go to eternal life.” 

“The Gospel of the Lord”

All say “Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ”.

====  7:19 - 7:24 ====

(*) Tell your prepared reflecting story to motivate the children, but according to the Gospel and at children’s level of understanding like in the suggestions below…

Gospel reflection:

Ask:  What are some of the good things that the “saved” people did?  <fed the hungry, clothed the naked, gave comfort to the unhappy, etc.> Why does God like for people to do these things?  <God says that whatever we do for each other, we do it for Him>  These things that are listed out in this reading are called? the Works of Mercy.

Say:  God wants us always to remember to act like Jesus.  However we act toward each other is how we act toward God.  What does that mean to you?  <that if we are mean to somebody, it’s like being mean to God, if we do something nice, it’s loving God>

Memory Verse:

“Matthew 25:46 “…. <“These, then, will be sent off to eternal punishment, but the righteous will go to eternal life.”.”>...”x3

Let us stand up and we profess our faith.

Profession of our faith

I believe in God the Father, Almighty,

creator of heaven and earth:

And in Jesus Christ, his only begotten Son, our Lord:

         --bow down--

Who was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary:

Suffered under Pontius Pilate;

was crucified, died and was buried:

He descended into hell:

The third day he rose again from the dead:

He ascended into heaven,

and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty:

From there He will come to judge the living and the dead: 

I believe in the Holy Spirit:

the holy catholic church:

the communion of saints:

The forgiveness of sins:

The resurrection of the body:

And the life everlasting. 

Amen.

====  7:24 - 7:26 ====

Prayers of the Faithful . Now is the time to pray for our stuff :-) Intercessions.

You may want to ask the children to offer their own prayers or you can use the suggestions here.

We pray together for God’s help to use our talents wisely:

Leader guides the children to read…

Prayer 1. We pray for the Church throughout the world: that she may see Christ in all people and be a shining example of Jesus’ message to us..... We pray to the Lord...

Prayer 2. We pray for our brothers and sisters throughout the world: that each person may know they are special and treat each other as Jesus asks.…

We pray to the Lord....

Prayer 3. We pray for our parish, family and friends: that we may all do what we can to share food and water with those who hunger and thirst, to care for those who are sick or in prison and to welcome those who are lonely.... We pray to the Lord... 

 

Prayer 4. God of all, show us how to answer your call so we may see your kingdom – a place where no one is hungry, thirsty, or alone.... We pray to the Lord...

====  7:26 - 7:28 ====

Silently, each one tells God their petition.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, for ever and ever. Amen

====  7:28 - 7:30 ====

Song Interlude: Walk Walk in the light, walk walk in the light, Sing as we give in our offertory and we walk to the big  church... 

NOTE-- after the song is sung, (and there is still some time), we pick the children that will perform next Sunday.... 

Thirty-Third Sunday in the Ordinary Time (Year A) Sunday 15th November, 2020

Children’s Liturgy(ORATORiO

Thirty-Third Sunday in the Ordinary Time (Year A)  

Sunday 15th November, 2020

Preparing the worship space.

Colour: Green

Theme: Talents 

         ====  7:00 - 7:03 ==== 

Welcome: Today our Theme looks a little like coins – but on them, they have a word TALENT. In biblical times, there were coins, money, that was called TALENT. But we have another meaning for the word “talent”. Can anyone tell me what the word means today?  <a skill, something you know how to do well> so we must make the best use of the talents we have got.

                  ==== 7:00 - 7:03 ===

Entrance Song 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgwIIrJ0nkY

All that I am, all that I do,

All that I'll ever have, I offer now to you. 

All that I dream, all that I pray,

All that I'll ever make, I give to you today. 

Take and sanctify these gifts

For your honor, Lord.

Knowing that I love and serve you

Is enough reward. 

All that I am, all that I do,

All that I'll ever have I offer now to you.

Take and sanctify these gifts

For your honour, Lord.

Knowing that I love and serve you

Is enough reward. 

All that I dream, all that I pray,

All that I'll ever make, I give to you today. 

Ask: What was last week’s theme? “Lamp Oil We talked about being wise/ready like the  five wise girls that had oil when the bride groom arrived. Does anyone remember how to be ready?  <always be good and do what God wants us to do>.

//V// In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. 

//R// Amen.

//V// May The Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,

And the love of God,

And the fellowship of the Holy Spirit,

be with you all.

//R//  And with Your Spirit.

====  7:03 - 7:08 ====

NEWS TIME :-)

====  7:08 - 7:11 ====

Penitential Rite

Dear little children, let us acknowledge our sins, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

Confession of our sins

I confess to the Almighty God,

and to you, my brothers and sisters,

that I have greatly sinned

in my thoughts and in my words

in what I have done and In what I have failed to do

          -strike the breast 3 times as you say-

through my fault

through my fault

through my most grievous fault

THEREFORE I ask Blessed Mary Ever Virgin

all the Angels and Saints

and you, my brothers and sisters

to pray for me to the Lord our God…

Oh Lord Have Mercy

Have Mercy on us oh Lord

For we have sinned against you.

Show us, Oh Lord, your mercy

And grant us your salvation.

You were sent to heal the contrite of heart.

Lord have Mercy

Lord have Mercy

You came to sinners

Christ have mercy

Christ have mercy

You are seated at the right hand of the father to intercede for us.

Lord have mercy.3

Lord have mercy.

May the almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our sins and bring us to life everlasting?  AMEN.

====  7:11 - 7:14 ====

With a loud voice lets sing the Gloria!

GLORIA

Song of Glory Sing to God,

Glory, glory sing glory to God x2

God’s own son has come to earth,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Celebrate his wonderful birth,       ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Hear the good news of his word,        ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Share the sound of hope we’ve heard.     ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

God of love, Glory to God

God of splendor, Glory to God

God of life, Glory to God.       Let us sing  “Glory, glory sing glory to God x2”

Opening Prayer

Generous God, we give you thanks for the gifts and talents that you have given us. Help us to make the best use of them that we can and to serve you in all that we do....... Amen

===  7:14 - 7:19 ====

Liturgy of the Word

Introduction of the first reading.

Say:  Today’s first reading is from the first letter of St. Paul to the Thessalonians. When St. Paul wrote his letters to the people in the early church, he often wrote about the end of the world.  There is a lot in Scripture about the end of the world.  Does anyone know exactly what will happen at the end of the world? <NO!!!>  We know that Jesus will come back and we know that we will be judged on our behavior...... 

A prepared child/children come and take the reading.

1 Thessalonians 5:1-6 (GNT) 

Be Ready for the Lord's Coming

5 There is no need to write you, friends, about the times and occasions when these things will happen. 2 For you yourselves know very well that the Day of the Lord will come as a thief comes at night. 3 When people say, “Everything is quiet and safe,” then suddenly destruction will hit them! It will come as suddenly as the pains that come upon a woman in labor, and people will not escape. 4 But you, friends, are not in the darkness, and the Day should not take you by surprise like a thief. 5 All of you are people who belong to the light, who belong to the day. We do not belong to the night or to the darkness. 6 So then, we should not be sleeping like the others; we should be awake and sober.

This is the word of the Lord;

All say “Thanks be to God”.

Ask: What does St. Paul say about the end of the world?  <it will come quickly, like a thief in the night> He says that we will be surprised.  So what does that mean to us?  <let the children respond>

Let us now focus on our responsorial Psalm:

< The Lord is my light and my salvation.......…> 3x

Introducing the Gospel

Say: Today’s Gospel reading comes from the book of Matthew. He tells us about a man who has several servants. Can anyone tell me what a servant is?  <somebody who does some work for you>  This man decided to take a trip and he called three servants together and put each of them in charge of something.  Listen to the parable and see what the servants do...…

...with Alleluia!! –

We sing while standing and welcome the gospel!!

Welcoming the Gospel; 

You are welcome Lord of Lords, 

You are welcome King of Kings 

You are welcome Lord of Hosts 

You are welcome Prince of Peace.. 

You are welcome here, Alle-lluia, 

Alle..lluia Might God!!! 

The leader reading the gospel, silently says: “Cleanse our hearts and our lips almighty God, that we may worthily proclaim your Holy Gospel”.

The Leader starts: 

-The Lord be with You,

-And with your Spirit.

A reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.

Glory to You, O Lord

Pls note it’s a shorter version taken.

Matthew 25:14-15 (GNT)

The Parable of the Three Servants

14 “At that time the Kingdom of heaven will be like this. Once there was a man who was about to leave home on a trip; he called his servants and put them in charge of his property. 15 He gave to each one according to his ability: to one he gave five thousand gold coins, to another he gave two thousand, and to another he gave one thousand. Then he left on his trip.

19 “After a long time the master of those servants came back and settled accounts with them. 20 The servant who had received five thousand coins came in and handed over the other five thousand. ‘You gave me five thousand coins, sir,’ he said. ‘Look! Here are another five thousand that I have earned.’ 21 ‘Well done, you good and faithful servant!’ said his master. ‘You have been faithful in managing small amounts, so I will put you in charge of large amounts. Come on in and share my happiness!’

 “The Gospel of the Lord”

All say “Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ”.

====  7:19 - 7:24 ====

(*) Tell your prepared reflecting story to motivate the children, but according to the Gospel and at children’s level of understanding like in the suggestions below…

Gospel reflection:

Ask:  What happened?  <the servant doubled the man’s money> Why is that good?  <because the servant showed he was trustworthy (by not losing the money) and he showed that he was really working for the man (by increasing his money)>.

Say:  What do you think that God has put you in charge of?  <your skills – things that you can do well with your mind and with your body> What are some of the things that you can do well?  <draw, read, play football and etc> How can you use your talents to make the world a better place?  <let the children respond – some ideas are to draw a picture to cheer someone up, read a story to someone younger, run errands for an older person, etc.>

Memory Verse:

“Matthew 25:21 “…. <“ Well done, you good and faithful servant!’ said his master.”>...”x3

Let us stand up and we profess our faith.

Profession of our faith

I believe in God the Father, Almighty,

creator of heaven and earth:

And in Jesus Christ, his only begotten Son, our Lord:

         --bow down--

Who was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary:

Suffered under Pontius Pilate;

was crucified, died and was buried:

He descended into hell:

The third day he rose again from the dead:

He ascended into heaven,

and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty:

From there He will come to judge the living and the dead: 

I believe in the Holy Spirit:

the holy catholic church:

the communion of saints:

The forgiveness of sins:

The resurrection of the body:

And the life everlasting. 

Amen.

====  7:24 - 7:26 ====

Prayers of the Faithful . Now is the time to pray for our stuff :-) Intercessions.

You may want to ask the children to offer their own prayers or you can use the suggestions here.

We pray together for God’s help to use our talents wisely:

Leader guides the children to read…

Prayer 1. We pray for world leaders: that they may use their talents for the good of all people, making the world a fairer place for everyone to live....

We pray to the Lord... 

Prayer 2. We pray for all children around the world: that they may all have the chance to learn new skills and to use their talents to make the world a better place…

We pray to the Lord....

Prayer 3. We pray for our parish, family and friends: that we may not hide our talents away, but instead use them to help others, especially people who are poor...

We pray to the Lord...  

Prayer 4. Generous God, you gave us a voice. Help us shout loud for what is right and fair. You gave us ears. Help us listen to those in need. You gave us talents. Help us share and multiply them for the good of all your people.... We pray to the Lord...

====  7:26 - 7:28 ====

Silently, each one tells God their petition.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, for ever and ever. Amen

====  7:28 - 7:30 ====

Song Interlude: Walk Walk in the light, walk walk in the light, Sing as we give in our offertory and we walk to the big  church... 

NOTE-- after the song is sung, (and there is still some time), we pick the children that will perform next Sunday.... 

Thirty-Second Sunday in the Ordinary Time (Year A) Sunday 8th November, 2020

Children’s Liturgy(ORATORiO)

Thirty-Second Sunday in the Ordinary Time (Year A)  

Sunday 8th November, 2020

Preparing the worship space.

Colour: Green

Theme: Oil Lamp 

         ====  7:00 - 7:03 ==== 

Welcome: Today Jesus tells us a story about how it is important to be ready and prepared for whatever will happen. Let’s think a bit about being prepared today.

                  ==== 7:00 - 7:03 ===

Entrance Song 

O Lord, all the world belongs to you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T13JYd_oi54

O Lord, all the world belongs to You

and You are always making all things new.

What is wrong, You forgive,

and the new life You give

is what’s turning the world upside down.

 

The world’s only loving to its friends,

but Your way of loving never ends,

loving enemies too;

and this loving with You

is what’s turning the world upside down.

Ask: What was last week’s theme? <“ The Bible...”>. The Bible is the word of God saved for us over many years to help teach us what God wants us to know about how to live.

//V// In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. 

//R// Amen.

//V// May The Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,

And the love of God,

And the fellowship of the Holy Spirit,

be with you all.

//R//  And with Your Spirit.

====  7:03 - 7:08 ====

NEWS TIME :-)

====  7:08 - 7:11 ====

Penitential Rite

Dear little children, let us acknowledge our sins, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

Confession of our sins

I confess to the Almighty God,

and to you, my brothers and sisters,

that I have greatly sinned

in my thoughts and in my words

in what I have done and In what I have failed to do

          -strike the breast 3 times as you say-

through my fault

through my fault

through my most grievous fault

THEREFORE I ask Blessed Mary Ever Virgin

all the Angels and Saints

and you, my brothers and sisters

to pray for me to the Lord our God…

Oh Lord Have Mercy

Have Mercy on us oh Lord

For we have sinned against you.

Show us, Oh Lord, your mercy

And grant us your salvation.

You were sent to heal the contrite of heart.

Lord have Mercy

Lord have Mercy

You came to sinners

Christ have mercy

Christ have mercy

You are seated at the right hand of the father to intercede for us.

Lord have mercy.3

Lord have mercy.

May the almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our sins and bring us to life everlasting?  AMEN.

====  7:11 - 7:14 ====

With a loud voice lets sing the Gloria!

GLORIA

Song of Glory Sing to God,

Glory, glory sing glory to God x2

God’s own son has come to earth,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Celebrate his wonderful birth,       ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Hear the good news of his word,        ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

Share the sound of hope we’ve heard.     ,,

Glory, glory sing glory to God

God of love, Glory to God

God of splendor, Glory to God

God of life, Glory to God.       Let us sing  “Glory, glory sing glory to God x2”

Opening Prayer

Christ Jesus, you call us to be ready for the coming of your kingdom. Help us to listen to your word and answer your call...... Amen

===  7:14 - 7:19 ====

Liturgy of the Word

Introduction of the first reading.

Say:  Today’s first reading is from the Old Testament book of Wisdom. We know Wisdom is more than being smart, righit?  Wisdom is also the ability to use your intelligence to make good decisions. This reading from the book of Wisdom talks about the qualities of wisdom.  Listen to the reading and see if you can hear something special about Wisdom..... A prepared child/children come and take the reading.

Wisdom 6:12-16 (GNT) 

The Value of Wisdom

12 Wisdom shines bright and never grows dim; those who love her and look for her can easily find her. 13 She is quick to make herself known to anyone who desires her. 14 Get up early in the morning to find her, and you will have no problem; you will find her sitting at your door. 15 To fasten your attention on Wisdom is to gain perfect understanding. If you look for her, you will soon find peace of mind, 16 because she will be looking for those who are worthy of her, and she will find you wherever you are. She is kind and will be with you in your every thought.

This is the word of the Lord;

All say “Thanks be to God”.

Ask: What did you hear?  <Wisdom shines brightly, easily seen by those who look for her, hurries to meet anyone who looks and think about her. Your worries will disappear; wisdom goes around searching for those who deserve her>

Let us now focus on our responsorial Psalm:

< My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord, my God......…> 3x

Introducing the Gospel

Say: Today’s Gospel reading comes from the book of Matthew, Jesus tells us a parable about the kingdom of heaven. Its like this, Imagine power goes off while eating dinner, could you find a flashlight?  Did you have extra batteries for your flashlights?  The parable teaches us about being ready.  Listen to the parable and then we’ll talk about the story..…

...with Alleluia!! –

We sing while standing and welcome the gospel!!

Welcoming the Gospel; 

You are welcome Lord of Lords, 

You are welcome King of Kings 

You are welcome Lord of Hosts 

You are welcome Prince of Peace.. 

You are welcome here, Alle-lluia, 

Alle..lluia Might God!!! 

The leader reading the gospel, silently says: “Cleanse our hearts and our lips almighty God, that we may worthily proclaim your Holy Gospel”.

The Leader starts: 

-The Lord be with You,

-And with your Spirit.

A reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.

Glory to You, O Lord

Matthew 25:1-13G (GNT)

The Parable of the Ten Young Women

25 “At that time the Kingdom of heaven will be like this. Once there were ten young women who took their oil lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2 Five of them were foolish, and the other five were wise. 3 The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any extra oil with them, 4 while the wise ones took containers full of oil for their lamps. 5 The bridegroom was late in coming, so they began to nod and fall asleep.

6 “It was already midnight when the cry rang out, ‘Here is the bridegroom! Come and meet him!’ 7 The ten young women woke up and trimmed their lamps. 8 Then the foolish ones said to the wise ones, ‘Let us have some of your oil, because our lamps are going out.’ 9 ‘No, indeed,’ the wise ones answered, ‘there is not enough for you and for us. Go to the store and buy some for yourselves.’ 10 So the foolish ones went off to buy some oil; and while they were gone, the bridegroom arrived. The five who were ready went in with him to the wedding feast, and the door was closed.

11 “Later the others arrived. ‘Sir, sir! Let us in!’ they cried out. 12 ‘Certainly not! I don't know you,’ the bridegroom answered.”

13 And Jesus concluded, “Watch out, then, because you do not know the day or the hour. 

“The Gospel of the Lord”

All say “Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ”.

====  7:19 - 7:24 ====

(*) Tell your prepared reflecting story to motivate the children, but according to the Gospel and at children’s level of understanding like in the suggestions below…

Gospel reflection:

Ask:  Did you hear what happened?  <let the children retell the story>  What do you think the story means to us?  <that we must always think about God and be good>

What are you changing in your life this week to make sure you are ready for Jesus Christ anytime?

Come next Sunday and share your changes.

Memory Verse:

“Matthew 25:13 “…. <“ Jesus concluded, “Watch out, then, because you do not know the day or the hour.”>....”. x3

Let us stand up and we profess our faith.

Profession of our faith

I believe in God the Father, Almighty,

creator of heaven and earth:

And in Jesus Christ, his only begotten Son, our Lord:

         --bow down--

Who was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary:

Suffered under Pontius Pilate;

was crucified, died and was buried:

He descended into hell:

The third day he rose again from the dead:

He ascended into heaven,

and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty:

From there He will come to judge the living and the dead: 

I believe in the Holy Spirit:

the holy catholic church:

the communion of saints:

The forgiveness of sins:

The resurrection of the body:

And the life everlasting. 

Amen.

====  7:24 - 7:26 ====

Prayers of the Faithful Now is the time to pray for our stuff :-) Intercessions.

You may want to ask the children to offer their own prayers or you can use the suggestions here.

We believe that God is generous and fair and so we pray together:

Leader Lets pray together:

Prayer 1. We pray for the Church throughout the world: that she may be a living example of God’s love for all people, especially those who are in need for help to prepare for the coming of Christ Jesus... We pray to the Lord...

Prayer 2.

We pray for civil leader especially is our country that are going through electro process. May all this process go well without any blood shad and may we prepare for the best. We pray to the Lord....

Prayer 3. We pray for ourselves, parish, family and friends: that we may do all that we can to prepare for the coming of God’s kingdom, by following Jesus’ teaching and treating others as we would wish to be treated. We pray to the Lord... 

 

Prayer 4. God of all, help us to know how to treat others as we would wish to be treated, so that we may be found ready when your kingdom comes... We pray to the Lord...

====  7:26 - 7:28 ====

Silently, each one tells God your petition.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, for ever and ever. Amen

====  7:28 - 7:30 ====

Song Interlude: Walk Walk in the light, walk walk in the light, Sing as we give in our offertory and we walk to the big  church... NOTE-- after the song, is being sung, we pick the children that will perform next Sunday....