Fourth Sunday of Easter Sunday (Year B) 25th April, 2021

Children’s Liturgy

Fourth Sunday of Easter Sunday (Year B) 25th April, 2021

Preparing the worship space.

Colour: White

Theme: Jesus the Good Shepherd.

Jesus the good shepherd, wants us to know that each one of us is very important to Him even the ones that do not know Him yet..

                  ==== 7:00 - 7:03 =3===

Entrance Song 

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

Trust And Obey Hymn

When we walk with the Lord in the light of His Word,

What a glory He sheds on our way!

While we do His good will, He abides with us still,

And with all who will trust and obey.

Refrain

Trust and obey, for there’s no other way

To be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey.

Not a shadow can rise, not a cloud in the skies,

But His smile quickly drives it away;

Not a doubt or a fear, not a sigh or a tear,

Can abide while we trust and obey.

Ask: What was last week’s theme

 <“Bible”> <Its a book of stories and letters given to us with God’s help>. When we have questions, the bible helps to us get answers. 

Welcome: 

Today we are going to hear Jesus tell a story. He calls himself the good shepherd, who cares for his sheep. This story shows us that Jesus knows and cares for all people. Let’s think about how we can care for all people too, no matter where they are in the world.d

//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…

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.

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 - Eco

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Father...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Son...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Spirit...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Opening Prayer:

Loving God, you know us and care for us. Help us to remember that all people are loved by you no matter who they are, and to care for others in the world as you do. Amen.

===  7:14 - 7:19 ====

Liturgy of the Word

Introduce the first reading.

Say: Today’s first reading is from the New Testament book of Acts. (Acts 4:8-12)  In this reading, we will hear about the special cornerstone.  This story compares Jesus, who looked and acted different than the people of His time, to the cornerstone that got thrown away.  While you listen, think of what this might mean in your life.

A prepared child/children come and take the reading.

First Reading is from the book of  

Acts 4:8-12 (GNT)

8 Then Peter was filled with the Holy Spirit and said to them, “Rulers of the people and elders:[a] 9 If we are being examined today about a good deed done to a disabled man, by what means he was healed, 10 let it be known to all of you and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified and whom God raised from the dead—by him this man is standing here before you healthy. 11 This Jesus is

the stone rejected by you builders,

which has become the cornerstone.[b]

12 There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to people by which we must be saved.”

 “This is the word of the Lord”

All say “Thanks be to God”.

Ask: What do you think that the reading might mean to you in your life?  <that all of us, with all our differences, are important in the church> Someone that you don’t think is important might have the best contribution of all.

Let us focus on our responsorial Psalm:

< The stone rejected by the builders has become the cornerstone...>3x

Introduce the Gospel

Say:  Today’s Gospel reading comes from the book of John.  (John 10:11-16).  In this reading from the Gospel of John, we hear a parable. This parable is about a good shepherd, who knows each and every one of his sheep.  While you listen, see if you can figure out who the sheep represent.

...with Alleluia!! –

We sing while standing and welcome the gospel!!

Alle-lu Alle-lu, Alle-lu Alle-lluia!!

Lets praise the Lord….

Alle-lu Alle-lu Alle-lu Alle-lluia!!, 

Lets praise the Lord….

Alle-luia, Lets Praise the Lord!

Alle-luia, Lets Praise the Lord!

Alle..lluia Lets praise the Lord….!!!

The leader reading the gospel, silently says: “Cleanse my heart and my lips, almighty God, that I 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. John.

Glory to You, O Lord

John 10:11-16 (CSB)

11 “I am the good shepherd, who is willing to die for the sheep. 12 When the hired man, who is not a shepherd and does not own the sheep, sees a wolf coming, he leaves the sheep and runs away; so the wolf snatches the sheep and scatters them. 13 The hired man runs away because he is only a hired man and does not care about the sheep. 14-15 I am the good shepherd. As the Father knows me and I know the Father, in the same way I know my sheep and they know me. And I am willing to die for them. 16 There are other sheep which belong to me that are not in this sheep pen. I must bring them, too; they will listen to my voice, and they will become[a] one flock with one shepherd.

”The Gospel of the Lord”

“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 children’s level of understanding like in the suggestions below…

Gospel reflection:

Ask: Does anyone know the sign to show that there is God’s peace between us?

Say:  Let’s give each other a sign of peace.

Ask:  Who do you think the sheep are? <US!>  The story tells us that the shepherd would lay down His life for His sheep, even the sheep who don’t know Him yet.

Memory Verse:  John 10:14-15 “..,<14-15 I am the good shepherd. As the Father knows me and I know the Father, in the same way I know my sheep and they know me. And I am willing to die for them.>

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.

Leader: We know that Jesus is our shepherd who cares for us and listens to us, and so we pray together: 

Prayer 1. We pray for world leaders: that they may follow Jesus’ example and love and care for their people.

We pray to the Lord...

Prayer 2. We pray for all members of our global family: that we may see that God loves us all equally and treat each other as we would wish to be treated. 

We pray to the Lord...

Prayer 3. We pray for our parish, family and friends: that we may not run away when things are difficult, but may look for what we can do to make the world a fairer place for everyone to live 

We pray to the Lord....

Prayer 4. Loving God, help us to love and care for all your people throughout the world especially like the people in Syria.

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....

Third Sunday of Easter Sunday (Year B) 18th April, 2021

Children’s Liturgy(ORATORiO)

Third Sunday of Easter Sunday (Year B) 18th April, 2021

Preparing the worship space.

Colour: White

Theme: Bible  What is a Bible?  <a book of stories and letters given to us with God’s help>. When we have questions, the bible helps to us get answers.

                  ==== 7:00 - 7:03 =3===

Entrance Song 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?hl=en-GB&v=r11Gmdq__-8&gl=UG

STAND UP! STAND UP FOR JESUS, 

Ye soldiers of the cross! 

Lift high His royal banner, 

It must not suffer loss. 

From victory unto victory 

His army He shall lead, 

Till every foe is vanquished, 

And Christ is Lord indeed.

Stand up, stand up for Jesus! 

The trumpet-call obey; 

Forth to the mighty conflict 

In this His glorious day! 

Ye that are His, now serve Him 

Against unnumbered foes; 

Let courage rise with danger, 

And strength to strength oppose. 

Ask: What was last week’s theme <“Peace in form of a Dove”>. Peace is one of the things that Jesus wished for all the members of his church.  He wanted us all to love one another and to be reconciled with each other. Now in this Easter season, we are waiting for something new> Does anyone know what that might be?  <Pentecost>

Welcome: We do not always understand things straight away, we need someone to teach us and to explain to us all the different things that we see in the world. Jesus teaches his disciples in today’s gospel story. Let’s think about how we learn today.

//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…

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.

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 - Eco

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Father...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Son...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Spirit...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Opening Prayer:

Loving God, we give thanks for our schools, our friends and our teachers, who help us when we don’t understand. We pray that all children may have the chance to go to school to learn the skills that they need for the future. Amen.

===  7:14 - 7:19 ====

Liturgy of the Word

Introduce the first reading.

Say: Today’s first reading is from the New Testament Acts of the Apostles. (Acts  3:13-15, 17-19)  Usually we hear a reading from the Old Testament before the Gospel reading.  During the Easter season, we shall hear from the New Testament book of Acts. In Acts we learn about the days of the early church – and during the Easter season, the church spends time studying how the early church was formed in the days after Jesus’ death and Resurrection>

Today’s reading is about the man that Jesus chose to be the leader of the church.  He is telling the people of Jerusalem something very important.  

A prepared child/children come and take the reading.

First Reading is from the book of  

Acts 3:13-15, 17-19 (CBS)

13 The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the God of our ancestors, has glorified his servant Jesus, whom you handed over and denied before Pilate, though he had decided to release him. 14 You denied the Holy and Righteous One and asked to have a murderer released to you. 15 You killed the source[a] of life, whom God raised from the dead; we are witnesses of this. 

17 “And now, brothers and sisters, I know that you acted in ignorance, just as your leaders also did. 18 In this way God fulfilled what he had predicted through all the prophets—that his Messiah would suffer. 19 Therefore repent and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped out,

 “This is the word of the Lord”

All say “Thanks be to God”.

Ask:  First of all, who was the man that Jesus chose to lead the church on earth?  <Peter>  And who is the church’s leader today?  <Pope Francis>  Peter was the first pope.

Let us focus on our responsorial Psalm:

< Give praise to the Lord, for He is good; His mercy endures forever...>3x

Introduce the Gospel

Say:  Today’s Gospel reading comes from the book of Luke (Luke 24:35-48). Today’s reading tells of another time when Jesus visited the Apostles after he rose from the dead.  He tried to help them understand that he really did rise from the dead, that he was real.  He even ate with them.

...with Alleluia!! –

We sing while standing and welcome the gospel!!

Alle-lu Alle-lu, Alle-lu Alle-lluia!!

Lets praise the Lord….

Alle-lu Alle-lu Alle-lu Alle-lluia!!, 

Lets praise the Lord….

Alle-luia, Lets Praise the Lord!

Alle-luia, Lets Praise the Lord!

Alle..lluia Lets praise the Lord….!!!

The leader reading the gospel, silently says: “Cleanse my heart and my lips, almighty God, that I 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. John.

Glory to You, O Lord

Luke 24:35-48 (CSB)

35 Then they began to describe what had happened on the road and how he was made known to them in the breaking of the bread.

The Reality of the Risen Jesus

36 As they were saying these things, he himself stood in their midst. He said to them, “Peace to you!” 37 But they were startled and terrified and thought they were seeing a ghost. 38 “Why are you troubled?” he asked them. “And why do doubts arise in your hearts? 39 Look at my hands and my feet, that it is I myself! Touch me and see, because a ghost does not have flesh and bones as you can see I have.” 40 Having said this, he showed them his hands and feet. 41 But while they still were amazed and in disbelief because of their joy, he asked them, “Do you have anything here to eat?” 42 So they gave him a piece of a broiled fish,[a] 43 and he took it and ate in their presence. 44 He told them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you—that everything written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms must be fulfilled.” 45 Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures. 46 He also said to them, “This is what is written:[b] The Messiah would suffer and rise from the dead the third day, 47 and repentance for[c] forgiveness of sins would be proclaimed in his name to all the nations, beginning at Jerusalem. 48 You are witnesses of these things.!

”The Gospel of the Lord”

“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 children’s level of understanding like in the suggestions below…

Gospel reflection:

Ask:  How do you think you would feel if your good friend Jesus – who you knew had died – all of sudden met you on the road?  Would you believe that it was him?  Or might you think that you were imagining things?

 

Memory Verse:  John 24:46 “.., He also said to them, “This is what is written: The Messiah(Jesus) would suffer and rise from the dead the third day,

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.

Leader: All children should have the chance to go to school and to learn. Let us think about this as we pray together: 

Prayer 1. We pray for children in other parts of the world: that they may have the chance to go to school and learn the skills that they need for the future. 

 We pray to the Lord...

Prayer2. We pray for our teachers and parents: that they may always make time to explain things to us when we do not understand. 

We pray to the Lord...

Prayer 3. We pray for the work of Children’s Liturgy that it may continue to bring the message of God carefully to God’s children. 

We pray to the Lord....

Prayer 4. God our teacher, help us understand your great love for us, and to share that love with our brothers and sisters throughout the world as we work to make the world a better and fairer place.

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....

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

Second Sunday of Easter Sunday (Year B) 11th April, 2021

Children’s Liturgy(ORATORiO) 

Second Sunday of Easter Sunday (Year B) 11th April, 2021

Preparing the worship space.

Colour: White

Today is the 2nd Sunday of Easter.  Did anyone notice anything different about the church today?

Explain:  The season of Easter began last week.  During Lent, there was little singing, we had time for thinking about Jesus and what he was about to go through, and, in general, everything about the church was serious and sad.

Ask: So what changed?  <Christ’s resurrection>  What’s going on now?  <we are happy, the singing is back, etc.>  In the Easter season, we are waiting for something new>  Does anyone know what that might be?  <Pentecost>

Explain: After Christ rose from the dead, his friends were sad and confused.  They didn’t really understand what happened right away.  Over the next few weeks, we will talk about the things that happened to the Apostles that helped them to understand.  We will talk about how the early church began and what a church really is.  We will begin to learn how we are part of the church and how we build our church every time we come.  We will talk about the gifts that the Holy Spirit brings us to help us be closer to God now that Jesus isn’t here with us any more.

Theme: Peace

The dove represents PEACE. 

Say:   Today’s symbol is a dove with an olive branch.

Ask:  Have you heard of a dove with an olive branch in the bible before?  <there was a dove in the story of Noah, the one that returned with the branch to let Noah know that the flood waters were beginning to recede>

                  ==== 7:00 - 7:03 =3===

Entrance Song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EAdRk9c1R1o

Chorus: Do not be afraid, For I have redeemed you.

I have called you by your name; You are mine.

When you walk through the waters I'll be with you,

You will never have to sink beneath the waves.

Chorus

When the fire is burning all around you,

You will never be consumed by the flames.

Chorus

When the fear of loneliness is looming,

Then remember I am at your side.

Chorus

When you dwell in the exile of a stranger,

Remember you are precious in my eyes.

Chorus

Ask: What was last week’s theme <“Easter Sunday”>. The season of Easter began last week. <we remembered Christ raised from the dead>  What’s going on now? In the Easter season, we are waiting for something new> Does anyone know what that might be?  <Pentecost>

Welcome: Today we are going to hear about how the disciples were hiding and afraid, but Jesus appeared to them and gave them courage. Jesus told them, ” Peace be with you” Let’s think about what we are scared of, who makes us feel better, and how we can help other people around us who are afraid.

//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…

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.

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 - Eco

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Father...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Son...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Spirit...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Opening Prayer:

Loving God, you sent your Son Jesus to the disciples when they were scared. Help us to bring hope to other people who are hiding, or afraid, so they may know peace Amen.

===  7:14 - 7:19 ====

Liturgy of the Word

Introduce the first reading.

Say: Today’s first reading is from the first New Testament book of  Acts of the Apostles and it tells us all about the days after Easter and how the Apostles lived.

A prepared child/children come and take the reading.

First Reading is from the book of 

Acts 4:32-35(GNT)

The Believers Share Their Possessions

32 The group of believers was one in mind and heart. None of them said that any of their belongings were their own, but they all shared with one another everything they had. 33 With great power the apostles gave witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God poured rich blessings on them all. 34 There was no one in the group who was in need. Those who owned fields or houses would sell them, bring the money received from the sale, 35 and turn it over to the apostles; and the money was distributed according to the needs of the people.

“This is the word of the Lord”

All say “Thanks be to God”.

Ask:  How did they live?  <they shared everything they owned>  Do you think that you could do that?….

Let us focus on our responsorial Psalm:

< Give praise to the Lord, for He is good; His mercy endures forever...>3x

Introduce the Gospel

Say:  Today’s Gospel reading comes from the book of the Apostle John. We hear about the night after the Apostles discovered that Jesus’ body was missing from the tomb.  Jesus’ friends were gathered together in a locked room.  They were sad, confused and frightened.  The story is about one of the Apostles who didn’t believe that Jesus had actually risen from the dead.....

...with Alleluia!! –

We sing while standing and welcome the gospel!!

Alle-lu Alle-lu, Alle-lu Alle-lluia!!

Lets praise the Lord….

Alle-lu Alle-lu Alle-lu Alle-lluia!!,

Lets praise the Lord….

Alle-luia, Lets Praise the Lord!

Alle-luia, Lets Praise the Lord!

Alle..lluia Lets praise the Lord….!!!

The leader reading the gospel, silently says: “Cleanse my heart and my lips, almighty God, that I 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. John.

Glory to You, O Lord

John 20:19-29 (GNT)

Jesus Appears to His Disciples

19 It was late that Sunday evening, and the disciples were gathered together behind locked doors, because they were afraid of the Jewish authorities. Then Jesus came and stood among them. “Peace be with you,” he said. 20 After saying this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples were filled with joy at seeing the Lord. 21 Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father sent me, so I send you.” 22 Then he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. 23 If you forgive people's sins, they are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.”

Jesus and Thomas

24 One of the twelve disciples, Thomas (called the Twin), was not with them when Jesus came. 25 So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord! ”Thomas said to them, “Unless I see the scars of the nails in his hands and put my finger on those scars and my hand in his side, I will not believe.” 26

A week later the disciples were together again indoors, and Thomas was with them. The doors were locked, but Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” 27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and look at my hands; then reach out your hand and put it in my side. Stop your doubting, and believe!”

28 Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!

29 Jesus said to him, “Do you believe because you see me? How happy are those who believe without seeing me!

”The Gospel of the Lord”

“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 children’s level of understanding like in the suggestions below…

Gospel reflection:

Ask:  What is the name of the Apostle who didn’t believe about Jesus without seeing for himself?  <Thomas> Jesus told him that the people who were really blessed were the ones who believed without seeing.  Do you know who are the people Jesus was talking about?  <the other Apostles AND US!>  Jesus was talking about US!  We can’t see for ourselves.  We have to believe.

Memory Verse:  John 20:29 “…,Jesus said to him, “Do you believe because you see me? How happy are those who believe without seeing me!

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.

Leader: We are filled with joy that Jesus rose from the dead, bringing peace and hope for the future. Let’s think about this as we pray together:

Prayer 1. We pray for the Church all over the world: that it may continue God’s work, reaching out to those who are afraid. We pray to the Lord...

Prayer2. We pray for people who are frightened all over the world: that they may be filled with courage and come to know peace and happiness. We pray to the Lord...

Prayer 3. We pray for our parish, family and friends: that we may have courage and show our faith in Jesus in all that we do. We pray to the Lord....

Prayer 4. Loving Jesus, you came to your friends when they had lost hope. Help us always to believe in you and to spread your hope all over the world, especially to those people who are frightened..... 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....

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 Resurrection of our Lord Easter Sunday (Year B) 4th April, 2021

Children’s Liturgy(ORATORiO) 

The Resurrection of our Lord

Easter Sunday (Year B) 4th April, 2021

Preparing the worship space.

Colour: White

Say:  Happy Easter!  Are you excited today?  <let the children share a little about their morning>

Say: You are all going to notice something different about the church today!  <music, white vestments, gold, decorations and flowers> 

Theme: Flower & Butterfly

Today’s symbol is a flower & butterfly. Why do you think that these two things might be good symbols for today’s celebration?  <discuss>  Flowers come from dead-looking seeds and butterflies come from dead-looking cocoons -–both signs of the fulfillment of promises.  What promise do we celebrate today?  <the fulfillment of God’s promise of salvation to us> – Jesus’ resurrection from the dead.

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

Entrance Song

This is the day, this is the day.

This is the day, this is the day.That the Lord has made, that the Lord has made. We will rejoice, we will rejoice,And be glad in it, and be glad in it.This is the day that the Lord has made.We will rejoice and be glad in it.This is the day, this is the dayThat the Lord has made.

We are the people, we are the people,Of the living God, of the living God.We will rejoice, we will rejoice,And be glad in Him, and be glad in Him. We are the people of the living God.We will rejoice and be glad in Him.We are the sons, we are the sonsOf the living God.

Ask: What was last week’s theme <“Palms.”> crowds of people welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem shortly before He was crucified. He entered like a King! Marked the beginning of the Holy week.

Welcome: Today is a very special day and we all know it is??? Easter Sunday!!!

//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…

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.

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 - Eco

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Father...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Son...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Glory to God, Glory to God, Glory to the  Spirit...x2 To Him be glory forever!!x2 Alleluia Amen x2

Opening Prayer:

God of life, we celebrate the rising of your Son today and the new life that you bring into the world. We thank you for all the good things that you have given to us. Help us to share them with others. Amen.

===  7:14 - 7:19 ====

Liturgy of the Word

Introduce the first reading.

Today’s first reading is from the New Testament book called the Acts of the Apostles. We start a season today where the sequence of the readings changes a little.  Instead of having an Old Testament reading and a Gospel reading, we will have all New Testament readings through the Feast of Pentecost.  And today begins a time when we remember how difficult it was for the Apostles right after Jesus’ death and resurrection, how hard it was to build a new church.  In this reading from Acts, we hear St. Peter telling a man named Cornelius all about Jesus’ death and resurrection.  Listen closely and see if you hear anything new today.

A prepared child/children come and take the reading.

First Reading is from the book of 

Acts 10:34a, 37-43 

Peter's Speech

34 Peter began to speak: “I now realize that it is true that God treats everyone on the same basis.

37 You know of the great event that took place throughout the land of Israel, beginning in Galilee after John preached his message of baptism. 38 You know about Jesus of Nazareth and how God poured out on him the Holy Spirit and power. He went everywhere, doing good and healing all who were under the power of the Devil, for God was with him. 39 We are witnesses of everything that he did in the land of Israel and in Jerusalem. Then they put him to death by nailing him to a cross. 40 But God raised him from death three days later and caused him to appear, 41 not to everyone, but only to the witnesses that God had already chosen, that is, to us who ate and drank with him after he rose from death. 42 And he commanded us to preach the gospel to the people and to testify that he is the one whom God has appointed judge of the living and the dead. 43 All the prophets spoke about him, saying that all who believe in him will have their sins forgiven through the power of his name.”

 “This is the word of the Lord”

All say “Thanks be to God”.

Simply Ask:  Were you surprised when Peter told Cornelius that Jesus ate and drank with his friends after he died and rose again? Let children give their views….

Let us focus on our responsorial Psalm:

< This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad. ...>3x

Introduce the Gospel

Say:  Today’s Gospel reading comes from the book of John. St. John tells us about when Mary Magdalene went down to Jesus’ tomb on Easter morning.  Let’s hear what he has to tell us.

.......with Alleluia!! –

We sing while standing and welcome the gospel!!

Alle-lu Alle-lu, Alle-lu Alle-lluia!!

Lets praise the Lord….

Alle-lu Alle-lu Alle-lu Alle-lluia!!,

Lets praise the Lord….

Alle-luia, Lets Praise the Lord!

Alle-luia, Lets Praise the Lord!

Alle..lluia Lets praise the Lord….!!!

The leader reading the gospel, silently says: “Cleanse my heart and my lips, almighty God, that I 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. John.

Glory to You, O Lord

John 20:1-9(GNT)

The Empty Tomb

20 Early on Sunday morning, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been taken away from the entrance. 2 She went running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, whom Jesus loved, and told them, “They have taken the Lord from the tomb, and we don't know where they have put him!”

3 Then Peter and the other disciple went to the tomb. 4 The two of them were running, but the other disciple ran faster than Peter and reached the tomb first. 5 He bent over and saw the linen cloths, but he did not go in. 6 Behind him came Simon Peter, and he went straight into the tomb. He saw the linen cloths lying there 7 and the cloth which had been around Jesus' head. It was not lying with the linen cloths but was rolled up by itself. 8 Then the other disciple, who had reached the tomb first, also went in; he saw and believed. 9 They still did not understand the scripture which said that he must rise from death.

The Gospel of the Lord”

“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 children’s level of understanding like in the suggestions below…

Gospel reflection:

Ask: What happened? <let the children retell what they heard> How do you think that Simon Peter felt?

Explain:  Jesus’ friends were still very sad when they came to his tomb that morning.  They must have been even more confused when His body was missing.  In the weeks that follow this one, Jesus appeared in flesh and blood to his friends several times.  They spent the weeks following Easter morning trying to understand the message Jesus had for them (and for us!)     

                                              

Memory Verse:  John 20:1“…, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been taken away from the entrance...”

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.Leader: As we welcome Jesus into our lives in other people, we pray together…

Prayer 1. We pray for world leaders: that they may be inspired to make the changes that are needed so that all people may live in peace and safety.... We pray to the Lord...

Prayer2. We pray for people who are poor around the world: that they may be filled with hope as they struggle to change their lives for the better.... We pray to the Lord...

Prayer 3. We pray for our parish, family and friends: that we may share the joy and hope of Easter with our brothers and sisters around the us by helping them to change their lives for the better... We pray to the Lord....

Prayer 4. God of truth, we thank you for sending us your Son Jesus. Open our hearts so that we may welcome Him in others and bring us together to make the world a fairer place and we pray for the soul of our departed Archbishop, Dr. Kizito Cyprian Lwanga to rest in eternal peace. 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....