Children, Catholic Home School, Children’s Liturgy of the Word, Catholic Home School
Children, Catholic Home School, Children’s Liturgy of the Word, Catholic Home School
August 2, 2026
18th Sunday of Year A
ST. JOSEPH’S CORNER (5:16) – Can just five loaves of bread and two small fish feed a crowd of over 5000 people? Yes — when they’re placed in the hands of Jesus! In this episode of Catechism for Kids, we explore the amazing story from Luke 9:10–17, where Jesus performs a beautiful miracle of multiplication and generosity.
Liturgy of the Word
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Q: What do the 12 baskets of leftovers symbolize? A: The 12 baskets represent both the 12 tribes of Israel and the 12 apostles, connecting to how the Church continues to distribute bread to feed multitudes in the Mass through the Eucharist.
Q: What does the boy’s five loaves and two fish teach about serving others? A: Even a small amount can be used by Jesus to feed many people, showing disciples should be resourceful by taking stock of what they have and using it to serve others and make an impact.
Q: What attitude should disciples adopt toward those in need? A: Despite the apostles’ initial lack of faith, their concern for the poor and hungry is admirable and should be shared by disciples today who actively seek ways to help those in need.
Q: How should disciples approach overwhelming needs in the world? A: The miracle of multiplication demonstrates that Jesus multiplies the loaves and feeds the hungry, so disciples should trust in Him to work through them to serve those in need without fear of not being good enough.
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18th Sunday of Year A
Feeding 5,000
In this message, children will hear about how God can use whatever we bring, and do amazing things! The story of Jesus feeding the crowds with just a little lunch reminds us that Jesus loves and cares for us, and He will take care of us no matter what.
Stories for Children
- While playing hide-and-seek, what did Sasha notice about the woman and the little child?
- How do you think Sasha felt when she saw that the child was hungry and crying?
- What did Sasha do when it was time for lunch?
- Sasha’s sister worried that they didn’t have enough food. Have you ever worried about not having enough of something? How did Sasha handle that worry?
- How do you think the woman felt when Sasha offered her half of her sandwich and soda?
- What did Sasha’s mother do when she saw Sasha sharing her lunch?
- What happened to the food when everyone sat down together? Did it run out?
- When we go to Mass, what small gifts do we offer to God?
- What is the big, beautiful gift that God gives back to us during Communion?
- What is one small thing you can share with someone in need this week to bring them a blessing?
