Prayer Reflection: The Seven Last Words of Christ
Seven Gospel passages of Jesus' words on the Cross are known as the "seven last words of Christ." You may wish to use these passages for prayer and reflection during Holy Week. Have the students write both the passage and a response to…
Recalling the Events of Jesus’ Passion
This exercise for students will help encourage discussion and rememberance surrounding the Passion events of Christ's death.
The Institution of the Eucharist
Read the words of the institution of the Eucharist from Luke 22:14-20. Take some time to explain more about some of the key words in the passage.
Five Opportunities for Evangelization During Lent
During the season of Lent, Catholics visibly practice their faith in unique ways that can catch the attention of non-Catholics. These practices then become opportunities for evangelization. Students should be ready to explain why they do what they…
Why Did Jesus Have to Die?
This difficult question is often asked, especially during Holy Week. The answer can be looked at from three perspectives with three different questions. Share these with your students in a brief presentation.
Stations of the Cross PowerPoint Prayer Reflection
PowerPoint can be a powerful tool for creating prayer reflections. Below you will find a sample Stations of the Cross PowerPoint prayer reflection and template that you can use to create your own Stations of the Cross PowerPoint. This could be…
Guided Meditation: Peter Denies Jesus
Use this reflection to bring your students near to the fire—figuratively and literally—listening to accusations and denials. Allow them to enter into the dialogue. Pause longer on the italic lines. Say:_
Guided Meditation: Jesus Washes His Disciples’ Feet
Witness and participate in Jesus' ultimate example of service for his deciples with your students by sharing this guided meditation.
Scriptural Way of the Cross for Teens
Have the students work in pairs to pray this Scriptural Way of the Cross.
Why Do They Call it Good Friday?
This day that is outwardly dark and dismal actually commemorates Christ's greatest gift to us.