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Wednesday
22nd July 2026
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Enjoy reading the Gospe
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Jesus said to the crowds that had gathered around him,
“The kingdom of heaven is like treasure which has been
hidden in a field. When someone finds the treasure, he
hides it again and then he goes off filled with joy: he
sells everything that he has and buys that field. Again,
the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant who is looking
for fine pearls. When he finds one pearl of really great
value, he goes and sells everything that he has and buys
that pearl.”
Taken from the Gospel of Sunday 26th July 2026 - Matt. 13:44-52 (the 17th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year A)
Which words stood out for you in this Gospel, and why? What does the picture make you
think about? Enjoy exploring this Wednesday’s word, which is TREASURE
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“Whoever
Whoever finds Jesus, finds a rich treasure.”
treasure. Thomas à Kempis
What did Jesus say the kingdom of heaven is like? In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus
compares the joy of the kingdom of heaven to the joy of finding hidden treasure
or valuable pearls. Ask your child what the word ‘treasure’ means to them. Then each
of you talk about something that you own which you consider to be an important
treasure in your life – something that you value a very great deal and would be
very sad to lose, and say why. Through this Gospel, we are reminded that no
earthly treasure is as important as the treasure of our faith, our love for God
and knowing of God’s love for us.
“Dear
Dear Friends, let us keep the faith we have received and
which is our true treasure.”
treasure. Pope Francis (Pope from 2013-2025)
When we try to live as Jesus taught us, God’s kingdom grows within our hearts:
we discover we are loved and treasured by God our Father. This is a treasure
beyond compare, more valuable than any earthly riches. It brings us joy and
everlasting happiness. What are some ways in which we can bring a bit of ‘heaven
to earth’ and share the treasure of God’s love with others this week? Perhaps we
can: write a kind letter to an elderly or distant relative or friend; as a family, make a
telephone call to someone we know to be lonely or in hospital; donate to a charity;
pray for someone in need.
Dear Lord Jesus, help us to
have hearts that treasure
you above all things, and to
share the treasure of your
love with others. Amen.
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