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Breaking Open the Word - Lent - Cycle A

During this challenging time, when we are unable to attend Mass in person,
​Magnificat English / Spanish, Magnifikid, Give Us This Day, Living with Christ and The Word Among Us English / Spanish  are providing complimentary access to their online version to help you pray from home!​
(These resources are from 2020 Cycle A. This section will be updated in 2023 for Cycle A.)
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Ash Wednesday- Cycle A- February 26, 2020
Almsgiving, Prayer and Fasting


Catholic Kids Media: Catholic Kids Homilies: video
Loyola Press: Sunday Connection: Readings, Reflections, Activities

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First Sunday of Lent- Cycle A- March 1, 2020
You alone are all we need

Catholic Kids Media: Catholic Kids Homilies: video
Loyola Press: Sunday Connection: Readings, Reflections, Activities


Our Sunday Visitor: Sunday Readings and Backgrounds, Questions of the Week, Saint of the Week,  Activity of the Week
Renew International: Branching Out: blog-ideas for growing faith
Santa Clara University:​ Build. Plant. Grow: the word this week- readings, stories, activities, art  Spanish

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Second Sunday of Lent - Cycle A - March 8, 2020
Jesus' Transfiguration - Called to Holiness
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Catholic Kids Media: Catholic Kids Homilies: video
Loyola Press: Sunday Connection: Readings, Reflections, Activities
Our Sunday Visitor: Sunday Readings and Backgrounds, Questions of the Week,  Saint of the Week, Activity of the Week
Renew International: Branching Out: blog-ideas for growing faith
Santa Clara University:​ Build. Plant. Grow: the word this week- readings, stories, activities, art  Spanish

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Third Sunday of Lent- Cycle A- March 15, 2020
"Sir, give me this water, so that I may not be thirsty"
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Catholic Kids Media: Catholic Kids Homilies: video
Loyola Press: Sunday Connection: Readings, Reflections, Activities
Our Sunday Visitor: Sunday Readings and Backgrounds, Questions of the Week, Saint of the Week, Activity of the Week
Renew International: Branching Out: blog-ideas for growing faith
Santa Clara University:​ Build. Plant. Grow: the word this week- readings, stories, activities, art   Spanish

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 Forth Sunday of Lent-Cycle A - March 22, 2020
Jesus heals the man born blind
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52 Sundays: Sunday Scripture Family Activities, Prayer, Food and More 
Catholic Kids Media: Catholic Kids Homilies: video
Loyola Press: Sunday Connection: Readings, Reflections, Activities
Our Sunday Visitor: Sunday Readings and Backgrounds, Questions of the Week, Saint of the Week,  Activity of the Week
Renew International: Branching Out: blog-ideas for growing faith
Santa Clara University:​ Build. Plant. Grow: the word this week - readings, stories, activities, art  Spanish

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Fifth Sunday of Lent - Cycle A - March 29, 2020
In raising Lazarus, Jesus shows his power over death.
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52 Sundays: Sunday Scripture Family Activities, Prayer, Food and More
Catholic Kids Media: Catholic Kids Homilies: video
Loyola Press: Sunday Connection: Readings, Reflections, Activities
Our Sunday Visitor: Sunday Readings and Backgrounds, Questions of the Week,  Saint of the Week, Activity of the Week
Renew International: Branching Out: blog-ideas for growing faith
Santa Clara University:​ Build. Plant. Grow: the word this week- readings, stories, activities, art  Spanish


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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord - Cycle A - April 5, 2020
The obedience of Jesus to the will of his Father

52 Sundays: Sunday Scripture Family Activities, Prayer, Food and More
Catholic Kids Media: Catholic Kids Homilies: video
​Loyola Press: Sunday Connection: Readings, Reflections, Activities
Our Sunday Visitor: Sunday Readings and Backgrounds, Questions of the Week, Saint of the Week, Activity of the Week
Renew International: Branching Out: blog-ideas for growing faith
Santa Clara University:​ Build. Plant. Grow: the word this week- readings, stories, activities, art   Spanish

  • Home
    • About this Project
    • New >
      • Resources for Covid 19 and Stay at Home Orders
  • Faith Practice
    • Learning the Faith
    • Prayers & Praying >
      • Traditional Catholic Prayers
      • Praying
      • Prayers During the Pandemic
    • Reading the Bible
    • Catholic Social Teachings >
      • Life and Dignity of the Human Person
      • Call to Family, Community, and Participation
      • Solidarity
      • Care for God's Creation
    • Celebrating Rituals & Milestones >
      • Celebrating Rituals
      • Celebrating Milestones
    • Sharing Faith/Forming Disciples/Discerning Gifts
    • Serving Others
  • Church Year
    • Mass/Sunday Worship & Lectionary Resources
    • Advent >
      • For Families
      • For Parishes/Schools
    • Christmas >
      • For Families
      • For Parishes/Schools
    • Ordinary Time >
      • June/July >
        • Breaking Open the Word- Cycle C
    • LENT >
      • Lenten season resources
      • Breaking Open the Word - Lent - Cycle A
    • EASTER >
      • Easter Season Resources
      • Breaking Open the Word- Cycle C
    • Current Events
  • Sacraments
    • General
    • Sacraments of Initiation
    • Sacraments of Healing
    • Sacraments at the Service of Communion
  • Family
    • Parenting >
      • General
      • Young Children
      • Adolescents
      • Special Needs
      • Empty Nest
    • Partnering with Parents
    • Parent Faith Formation
    • Grandparents >
      • Grandparent resources
    • Let's Talk About... >
      • Racism
      • Really Tough Topics
    • Issues Families Face >
      • Divorce
      • Addiction
      • Mental Health Issues
      • Death, Loss, Grief
      • Transforming Hate into Love >
        • Resources to Guide Conversations of Understanding to Combat Hate
  • Media
    • Movie Reviews & Reviewer Resources
    • Programs on Streaming Services
    • Using Media and Technology
    • Videos for Faith Formation
  • Leadership
    • Learning New Approaches
    • Current Research, Resources, and Articles for Leaders
    • Webinars, Workshops, Conferences & More >
      • Archived Leadership Webinars, Workshops, & Conferences
    • On Church Documents Regarding Families
    • Presentation Tools & Tips for Leaders
    • Initiatives
  • Submit a Resource