Weekly Mass Resources- April 12th, Second Sunday of Easter/Sunday of Divine Mercy, Year A
Youth Missal pages (from the same 2025-2026 Sunday Missal for Young Catholics book in the Kids Corner) to help prepare for Sunday Mass or follow up after Mass
For Younger Children: Jesus brought peace to His friends when they were afraid. When you feel scared or worried, how can you ask Jesus to help you feel peaceful? For Older Children: Jesus helped Thomas believe and reminded the disciples not to be afraid. How can you trust Jesus and choose peace or kindness this week?
Book - I Look at Jesus and Jesus Looks at Me by Nannet Horton, illustrated by Lucy Read, is a book for helping children understand the Eucharist. The story gently shows how wheat grows from a tiny seed planted in the soil and becomes our greatest treasure on earth. It beautifully helps children grasp the meaning and gift of Holy Communion.