FROM OUR EDITORS
August 23, 2026 – 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday’s Gospel is very important to Catholics because it describes when Jesus gave his Church the papacy (pope). Jesus changed Simon’s name to Peter and gave Peter the ability to bind or forgive sins (the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation). […] [READ MORE]
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SUNDAY’S GOSPEL
August 23, 2026 – 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
‘Who do people say that the Son of Man is?’ –Matthew 16:13
For Children
Bible Bag: Kid-Sized Lessons on the Sunday Gospel with Mrs. Cole (Note: The Sunday and Gospel are correct. Don’t let the 2020 date confuse you.)
Adults Reflect on Sunday’s Gospel with Alice Camille
Jesus was compared with many figures of great stature in the Jewish tradition: Abraham and Moses, John the Baptist, or the prophets. The person making such a comparison surely thought […] [READ MORE]
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Mother and Son Saints: Monica and Augustine
I once read a post on social media that said: “I’m not just lucky, my mom is always on her knees praying for me.” The prayer of a parent has so much power! On August 27, the Catholic Church celebrates the Memorial of Saint Monica, Saint Augustine’s mother. […] [READ MORE]
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Pacing Plans to Meet a Variety of Needs
The editors of the Pflaum Gospel Weeklies write lessons to be age-appropriate and try to anticipate the many situations in which you may teach your students. But in many parishes and schools, children and families need tailor-made solutions […] [READ MORE]
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