Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Theme: The courage to forgive
Reading I 2 Samuel 12:7–10, 13 (David’s punishment and repentance)
Reading II Galatians 2:16, 19–21 (Paul’s basic teaching)
Gospel Luke 7:36—8:3 (the penitent woman)
Key Passage: Then Jesus said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.” But those who were at the table with him began to say among themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?” (Luke 7:48–49)
Question of the Week:
Adult: When have you felt forgiven by a merciful God? Who do you need to forgive right now?
Youth: Who do you need to forgive this week? How will you do this?