![]() ![]() Matthew 16:16-13 : The high priest rose before the assembly and questioned Jesus, saying, “Have you no answer? What are these men testifying against you?” But he was silent and answered nothing. Matthew 16:13-16 : When Jesus went into the region of Caesarea Philippi he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter said in reply, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” ![]() Paul became annoyed, turned, and said to the spirit, “I command you in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her.” Then it came out at that moment. She began to follow Paul and us, shouting, “These people are slaves of the Most High God, who proclaim to you a way of salvation.” She did this for many days. May it be done to me according to your word.” Then the angel departed from her.Īcts 16:16-18 : As we were going to the place of prayer, we met a slave girl with an oracular spirit, who used to bring a large profit to her owners through her fortune-telling. And behold, Elizabeth, your relative, has also conceived a son in her old age, and this is the sixth month for her who was called barren for nothing will be impossible for God.” Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. Therefore the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God. ![]() He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High, and the Lord God will give him the throne of David his father, and he will rule over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.” But Mary said to the angel, “How can this be, since I have no relations with a man?” And the angel said to her in reply, “The holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. Behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall name him Jesus. Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And coming to her, he said, “Hail, favored one! The Lord is with you.” But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. Luke 1:26-38 : In the sixth month, the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. Galatians 4:4-5 : But when the time had fully come, God sent forth his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. The leader of the session prayerfully reads the following Scriptures, one at a time, pausing for about 30 seconds between each verse: Let us reflect upon our own faith journey with the following questions: Do I believe? How deep is my faith? Am I open to letting God speak to me? Am I open to the Word of God and willing to let God’s truth sink in more deeply? Am I willing to let this new faith change my life? Take about a minute in silence with eyes closed so that each person can speak to our Lord about their own particular cares and concerns. Help us, in this moment of silence, to be attentive to Your gentle voice speaking to us, directing us, and calling us to a deeper faith.” “Lord, as we sit here for a minute in silence, help each one of us to bring our own questions, concerns, fears, and joys to You. Let us quiet ourselves as we begin this study of our glorious Catholic faith together. Try to be punctual and gather everyone together no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled starting time.Įveryone sits quietly as the leader begins with the Sign of the Cross and then invites a period of silence in the following way: Snacks and informal social time as people gather. ![]() Participants should be asked to read Chapter Three of the My Catholic Faith! book prior to this meeting. ![]()
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