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FAITH FORMATION UPDATES

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Faith Formation classes will resume this Wednesday. We hope your family had a wonderful spring break!

Upcoming Dates:

• March 11: No Faith Formation - Spring Breaks
• March 18: Faith Formation
• March 25: Faith Formation
• March 28: First Communion (2nd Graders) Retreat at PCC from 10-noon

At Home this Week:

Sunday Gospel & Family Activity 5th Sunday of Lent John 11:1-45 

The Gospel today contains a powerful story of the death and resurrection of Lazarus. Jesus first weeps at the loss of His friend Lazarus. He is sad with those who are grieving the loss of their brother and friend. In fact, John says that Jesus wept. Losing someone we love to death is very sad for those of us on earth. But the story doesn’t end there! Just like Jesus’ death doesn’t end there, neither does Lazarus’. Jesus uses this moment to teach Mary and Martha (and all of those gathered) that He is the Resurrection and the Life. Jesus then raises Lazarus from the dead—after he had been dead for days! Can you imagine witnessing this miracle? Just like Jesus wept with those who were sad at Lazarus’ death, so He is with us in our sufferings and sorrows. And as He brings hope and joy to those at Lazarus’ tomb that day, He wants to bring hope and joy to us as well! When we place our trust in Jesus, He will never fail us.

Activities: ● Gather with your family and read the Gospel passage. Consider acting it out. How do you think Martha and Mary felt at different times in this event? ● What would you say to Jesus if he were sitting beside you today? Jesus is right here with you, as He was with his friends in this Gospel. Take a moment to pray to Him about all the things in your heart. ● Consider writing a note or a letter to someone you are missing! Send it by email or even old-fashioned snail mail! 

**Easter Egg Donations Needed!**

We are seeking families to bring in bags of purchased candies or plastic eggs next Wednesday. Faith Formation students will be stuffing these items with individually wrapped candies on March 25.

The Easter Egg Hunts will occur after the Easter Sunday Masses on April 5. Thank you for your support!

VBS (Vacation Bible School)

June 15-19, 2026 at St. Genevieve PCC

This year's theme is Rainforest Falls, and it is for kids from 3 years old to 5th grade. Any middle or high school student in 6th-12th grade is encouraged to sign up to serve as a Crew Leader or Station Leader. Adults, 6th-12th graders, and college students are needed to host the stations. For more information and REGISTER, visit our Church's website.

Rise, and do not be afraid

Archbishop Bernard Hebda shares how the first part of Lent is always hardest for him, beginning with "great gusto" but struggling in the weeks to come. If that describes you, too, take heart: Jesus always welcomes us to start again. This month, Archbishop explores this invitation from Jesus: "Rise, and do not be afraid"--whether we're restarting Lenten practices, picking one for the first time, or taking some other step towards the Lord, God always awaits our return.

Faith Formation Questions? call: 651-426-1818 | email: thoang@stgens.org