Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost

Families are invited to read Sunday’s Gospel and Epistle together. These readings ask us to consider wealth, mercy, suffering, and love for our neighbor.

Sunday’s Readings

Gospel: Luke 16:19-31

Jesus tells the story of a rich man and Lazarus. The rich man lives with plenty. Lazarus suffers at his gate and receives no care.

After death, their places are reversed. Lazarus receives comfort, while the rich man faces anguish. The story warns against ignoring people in need.

Epistle: Galatians 6:11-18

Saint Paul teaches that outward signs cannot save us. He places his hope in the cross of Christ and God’s new creation.

“Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.”

For Discussion

The Lord asks us to become rich toward God. Our choices show what we value and where we place our trust.

Read Luke 12:13-21 and Luke 12:22-34 with the family. Then discuss these questions together.

• What do these passages teach about material wealth?
• How should we care for our neighbors and family members?
• What treasures can Lazarus have, even without material wealth?
• How can our family become rich toward God this week?

Topics to Consider

Loving God, trusting God, loving our neighbor, wealth, poverty, treasure, suffering, heaven, and hell.

Questions may be sent to the Office of Religious Education at ucmcanton@gmail.com.