Solemnity of the Holy Family - You are called to be holy and to mission

4 Steps for a Beginners Bible Study Step 1. Begin by reading the passage and asking everyone to focus on one word that stands out to them and then share that after spending 1-2 minutes in silence - once the silence is over ask them to share that one word. If they don’t feel comfortable they do not have to share. Step 2. Then read the passage again and then ask them to focus on the one word and now to focus on a phrase 3-5 words long. After 1-2 minutes of silence ask them to share the one word and the one phrase. It is important to not explain why but to simply let the word rest on the altar of their hearts. Step 3. read the passage again while focusing on the one word and one phrase then ask them - what do you think God is trying to say to you with what is going on in your life right now? After 1-2 minutes of silence ask for their responses. This might take the rest of the time of your Bible study. Step 4. ask - with what you think God is trying to say to you - what do you think he’s asking you to do….read the passage once more and after 1-2 minutes ask for for their responses.