Reading the readings for the upcoming Sunday is commendable and may help in receiving the Word, but try the Church's method of "Breaking Open the Word" during the week  following its proclamation at Sunday Mass. This process is very much like the traditional prayer of  Lectio Divina. The following downloadable/printable resource for communal reflection on the Word proclaimed at Sunday Mass, for parish groups, households, and catechumens. 
If you would to use this resource and have questions about how to use it, contact Kevin Vogt at (913) 402-3946 or kevin.vogt@stmichaelcp.org.