Pre-K/Kindergarten Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith & Word Edition Copyright 2008 Correlation Religion Standards for PreKindergarten through 8th Grade with s Blest Are We Faith in Action School Edition 8/17
Introduction Contents thanks you for the opportunity to correlate Blest Are We Faith in Action edition Pre K through Grades 1 8 with your archdiocesan Core Learning Goals. In preparing this correlation, it became clear that the spiral-thematic approach to catechesis that is central to Blest Are We Faith in Action revealed that concepts required by the guidelines were sometimes presented earlier, sometimes presented later, and often appropriately revisited on many grade levels. To help you understand s correlation of your guidelines with the Blest Are We Faith in Action edition, we would like to point out several unique qualities of the Blest Are We program. The structure of Blest Are We Faith in Action edition is based on presenting a specific doctrinal theme each year and incorporating the four pillars of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. This structure applies to every level of Blest Are We. This spiral-thematic approach enables students, catechists and families to revisit and deepen their understanding of the doctrinal, liturgical and moral concepts and practices of the Catholic faith many times throughout Blest Are We Grades l 8. In addition to the Scripture stories and references found in every chapter of Blest Are We Faith in Action edition, each grade level features an ageappropriate presentation of Sacred Scripture designed to develop biblical literacy. This special catechetical session enables children to have a basic understanding of the Bible that is cultivated through the introductory lesson and activities. A special unit, Feasts & Seasons, provides lessons, activities, and prayerful reflections for teaching the seasons of the liturgical year and select feast days of the Church at every grade level (Grades 1 8) of Blest Are We Faith in Action edition. A special section of each text, Our Catholic Heritage presents an ageappropriate summary of basic Catholic beliefs organized according to the four pillars of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. This minicatechism complements the doctrinal content of the chapters of Blest Are We. The correlation of Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten guidelines are based on Stories of God s Love ( 2009 and 2011), s Early Childhood curriculum. Stories of God s Love is the foundation for Blest Are We Faith in Action edition. For more information or to request free samples, contact your local sales representative, visit RCLBenziger.com, or call customer service toll-free at 1-877-275-4725. We look forward to hearing from you. PreK... Page 3 Kindergarten.... Page 11 Grade 1.... Page 21 Grade 2.... Page 33 Grade 3.... Page 46 Grade 4.... Page 59 Grade 5.... Page 72 Grade 6.... Page 85 Grade 7.... Page 98 Grade 8.... Page 111 Key SOGL....Stories of God s Love F&S.... Feasts & Seasons LUP....Let Us Pray OCH....Our Catholic Heritage CPP.... Catholic Prayers and Practices FIA.... Faith in Action WC....We Celebrate 2
Pre-K Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices I. Catechesis Promotes Knowledge of the Faith (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 26-1065; General Directory for Catechesis, 84-85, 87) A. The Person of Jesus Christ Jesus loves and invites every person to be in relationship with him I. A. 1. Identify Jesus as Son of God and son of Mary (CCC 495) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 11, 12, 13, 25, 26 I. A. 2. Know that Jesus was born long ago, as a baby, and grew to be a man (CCC 422-423) I. A. 3. Know that Jesus wants to have a special relationship with each of us (CCC 52; Jn 15:15b; CFCL I.A.8) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 3, 11, 12, 13, 17, 25, 26 SOGL Age 4: Ch. 1, 2, 3, 16 B. Understand Sacred Scripture Sacred Scripture is the living Word of God, a history of the covenant, and a guide for life today I. B. 1. Recognize the Bible as a holy and special book (CCC 103-104 SOGL Age 4: Ch. 1 I. B. 2. Demonstrate respect and reverence for the Bible SOGL Age 4: Ch. 1 I. B. 3. Identify some key biblical figures that show God s love, e.g., Noah, the Good Shepherd, Mary and Joseph SOGL Age 4: Ch. 5, 9, 11, 12, 25, 26 C. Creeds and Doctrines of the Church The Creed expresses the faith of our Church and professes it to the world I. C. 1. Know that God made the world (CCC 279-280, 295; Gn 1:1-31) I. C. 2. Recognize that God made and loves each person (CCC 220-221; CFCL I.A.1) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 7 SOGL Age 4: Ch. 4, 7, 9 3
Pre-K Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices I. C. 3. Understand that God cares for all people and all creation (CCC 303-305; 1Pt 5:7) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 4, 7, 9 I. C. 4. Identify angels as God s messengers (CCC 329) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 25 D. Discover the Church s Tradition and Relevance of Church History Our Church has a rich heritage which still serves as a guide for us today I. D. 1. Nothing at this age E. Christian Thought and Culture Our Church s tradition is based in an appreciation for the gifts of many persons theologians, saints, artists, teachers, and preachers living as faithful disciples of Jesus I. E. 1. Identify saints as special friends of Jesus SOGL Age 4: Ch. 23 II. Catechesis Promotes Knowledge of the Meaning of the Liturgy and Sacraments (CCC 1066-1690; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Paschal Mystery Forms and Transforms The liturgical and sacramental life of the Church informs, forms, and transforms us as disciples of Jesus in the world (CCC 654, 1066-1067) II. A. 1. Nothing at this age 4
Pre-K Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices B. Sacraments The sacraments are special celebrations of God s love for us (CCC 1116) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 16, 18 II. B. 1. Sacraments are special celebrations with God s family (CCC 1118) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 16, 18 C. Liturgical Catechesis We are invited into full, active, and conscious participation in the liturgical life of the Church II. C. 1. Recognize that the Church has special seasons and days of celebration (CCC 1163, 1194) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 23, 25-30 II. C. 2. Know that Christmas is Jesus birthday (CCC 525-526) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 11, 12, 25, 26 II. C. 3. Know that Easter is the day Jesus rose from the dead SOGL Age 4: Ch. 29 II. C. 4. Recognize that at Mass we sing, pray, and listen to God s word (CCC 1071, 1156-1158) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 18 III. Catechesis Promotes Moral Formation in Jesus Christ (CCC 1691-2557; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Commandment to Love The new commandment of Jesus, to love one another as he, God, has loved us is one of the defining characteristics of the Christian faith. III. A. 1. Know that Jesus loves all people (CCC 478, 609; Jn 3:16) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 4, 5 III. A. 2. Understand that Jesus wants everyone to love and care for each other (CCC 1878, 1970; 1 Jn 3:11) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 6, 10 5
Pre-K Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices B. Ten Commandments and Beatitudes The Scriptures, especially in the Ten Commandments and the Sermon on the Mount, give us moral guidance III. B. 1. Nothing at this age C. Sin and Grace God s love can overcome the evil of sin in our world III. C. 1. Understand that we can hurt other people by our choices (CCC 1872) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 10, 28 D. Conscience Formation The Gospel calls us to ongoing conversion, transforming our ways of thinking and living III. D. 1. Know that God helps us to make good choices (CCC 1813) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 6, 10, 28 A. Objective Moral Norms The Scriptures and Tradition of the Church teach us about right and wrong III. E. 1. Understand that rules help us to make good choices (CCC 1961-1962, 1965) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 27, 28 F. Gospel of Life All life is a gift from God and is to be held sacred III. F. 1. Know that God created everything good (CCC 299, 339) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 7 III. F. 2. III. F. 3. Understand that we care for creation because it is God s gift Recognize that God made every person special (CCC 355; CFCL I.A.1) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 8 SOGL Age 4: Ch. 4 6
Pre-K Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices G. Living a Moral Life As disciples of Jesus, we desire to follow him in his attitudes and actions III. G. 1. Know that Jesus gives us an example of how to live with others (CCC 2825; CFCL I.A.9) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 1, 4, 6, 10, 20, 21, 22 IV. Catechesis Teaches the Christian how to Pray (CCC 2558-2865; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Christian Prayer Tradition Prayer in all its many forms is a language of love, faith, and hope IV. A. 1. Know that Jesus prayed (CCC 2599-2602; Mk 1:35-39; Lk 6:12) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 20 IV. A. 2. Recognize that one can pray anywhere (CCC 2157, 2743) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 19, 20, 22 IV. A. 3. Identify and demonstrate the Sign of the Cross (CCC 2166) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 21 B. Personal Prayer The mystery of God s action in our lives draws us into a deeper relationship and a deeper desire to respond in prayer (CCC 2591) IV. B. 1. Know that prayer is talking with Jesus (CCC 2665) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 19 7
Pre-K Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices C. Communal Prayer We share prayer with others, and worship together as the People of God IV. C. 1. Identify the church as a special place to pray with God s family (CCC 2691, 2696) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 18, 22 D. Popular Piety and Devotions Our families and friends share with us ways to grow closer to God IV. D. 1. Nothing at this age V. Catechesis Prepares the Christian to Live in Community and to Participate in the Life and Mission of the Church (GDC 84, 86-87) A. Spiritual Growth Our community life is built on the understanding that humans grow and develop physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially as well as spiritually V. A. 1. Know that to be holy means to belong to God (CCC 2013; Mt 5:48) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 4, 16, 21, 23 B. Relationships and Responsibilities In the Gospel, Jesus teaches us that living together in the Kingdom of God, we must grow in understanding, compassion, concern for the least, and mutual charity V. B. 1. Know that one must show love to one s family and friends (Col 3:12-17; CFCL I.A.1) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 6, 10, 14, 27 8
Pre-K Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices C. Marriage and Family Life Domestic Church Our family life is the church of the home, where we learn to love God and care for each other V. C. 1. Identify the Holy Family: Jesus; Mary; and Joseph (CCC 1655; Lk 2:39-52) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 12, 13, 26 V. C. 2. Recognize that one s family is a special gift from God (CCC 2206) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 14 D. Faith Communities Participation in the life and mission of the Church is both personal and communal V. D. 1. Know that God s family is called the Church (CCC 751) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 15, 16 V. D. 2. Know that baptism is the way to become a member of God s family (CCC 1213) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 16 E. Nature and mission of the Church The Church is the family of God, sent to bring the Good News of Jesus to all people V. E. 1. Nothing at this age F. Ecumenism We share in promoting the unity of all God s people as part of our fidelity to the Gospel V. F. 1. Nothing at this age 9
Pre-K Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices VI. Catechesis Promotes a Missionary Spirit that Prepares the Faithful to Transform (GDC 84, 86-87) (GDC 84, 86-87) A. Evangelization The Sacraments of Initiation both invite and empower us to live as disciples in the larger society and in the world VI. A. 1. Nothing at this age B. Vocation/Apostolate Each is called to a particular task in helping to reveal the Kingdom of God in the service of God s plan for the world VI. B. 1. Know that God gives special gifts to each person, so they may serve him and others (CCC 52; Mt 4:18-22; Mt 9:9) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 4, 10, 14 C. Social Action and Transformation The Social Teachings of our tradition inspire us to concern and to action aimed at the well-being of all humankind VI. C. 1. Recognize that Jesus wants us to help each other (Mt 25) SOGL Age 4: Ch. 6, 10, 27 D. Interreligious Dialogue We dialogue and work with people of other faiths, to build understanding and to find our common hopes and values for a better world VI. D. 1. Nothing at this age 10
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices I. Catechesis Promotes Knowledge of the Faith (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 26-1065; General Directory for Catechesis, 84-85, 87) A. The Person of Jesus Christ Jesus loves and invites every person to be in relationship with him I. A. 1. Identify Jesus as Son of God and son of Mary (CCC 495) SOGL K: Ch. 9, 24, 25 I. A. 2. Know that Jesus love is unending and complete (CCC 220-221, 1337; Mt 28:20b; Jn 13:1b) SOGL K: Ch. 5, 7, 16 B. Understand Scripture Sacred Scripture is the living Word of God, a history of the covenant and a guide for life today I. B. 1. Recognize the Bible as a holy and special book that tells us about God (CCC 103-104) SOGL K: Welcome Chapter I. B. 2. Demonstrate respect and reverence while listening to and handling the Bible SOGL K: Welcome Chapter, Ch. 16 I. B. 3. Discover that the creation story teaches that God is good and created all things good (CCC 299, 339; Gen 1:12, 18, 21, 25, 31) SOGL K: Ch. 1 C. Creeds and Doctrines of the Church The Creed expresses the faith of our Church and professes it to the world I. C. 1. Know that God, the Creator, made the world and all living creatures (CCC 290-291, 295; Gen 1:1-31) SOGL K: Ch. 1 I. C. 2. Understand that God loves and takes care of all people (CCC 54-55, 303-305; Mt 6:25-34; Rom 8:28; 1 Pet 5:7) SOGL K: Ch. 1, 3, 4 11
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices I. C. 3. Identify the Holy Spirit as the gift of God (CCC 243-244; Jn 14:25-26; CFCL I.A.7&9) SOGL K: Ch. 12, 20 I. C. 4. Define Heaven (CCC 1024-1025; Jn 14:2-3) SOGL K: Ch. 22 I. C. 5. Know that God gives each person a guardian angel (CCC 336) SOGL K: Ch. 24 D. Discover the Church s Tradition and Relevance of Church History Our Church has a rich heritage which still serves as a guide for us today I. D. 1. Nothing at this age E. Christian Thought and Culture Our Church s tradition is based in an appreciation for the gifts of many persons theologians, saints, artists, teachers and preachers living as faithful disciples of Jesus I. E. 1. Know that God s family includes the saints in heaven (CCC 954) SOGL K: Ch. 22 II. Catechesis Promotes Knowledge of the Meaning of the Liturgy and Sacraments (CCC 1066-1690; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Paschal Mystery Forms and Transforms The liturgical and sacramental life of the Church informs, forms, and transforms us as disciples of Jesus in the world (CCC 654, 1066-1067) 12
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices II. A. 1. Recognize that by baptism we become members of Jesus family (CCC 1213) SOGL K: Ch. 14 II. A. 2. Know that Jesus is present with his family, the Church, when they pray and celebrate together (CCC 1373) SOGL K: Ch. 13, 14, 16 B. Sacraments Sacraments are special celebrations of God s love for us II. B. 1. Recognize that a sacrament is a special celebration of God s love (CCC 1131-1134) SOGL K: Ch. 14, 16 II. B. 2. Recognize that baptism is a gift from God (CCC 1279) SOGL K: Ch. 14 C. Liturgical Catechesis We are invited into full, active, and conscious participation in the liturgical life of the Church (CCC 1071) II. C. 1. Know that the Church celebrates different seasons with various symbols and colors (CCC 1163, 1171, 1194) SOGL K: Ch. 24, 25, 28, 29; Liturgical Calendar II. C. 2. Identify the special seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter (CCC 524-526, 1438, 1169) SOGL K: Ch. 24, 25, 28, 29; Liturgical Calendar II. C. 3. Know that Sunday is a special day for the Church (CCC 1167, 1193) SOGL K: Ch. 16 II. C. 4. Know that we use our bodies to pray at Mass (CCC 1153-1155) SOGL K: Ch. 16 13
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices D. Dimensions of Priesthood: Baptismal and Ordained Like Jesus, we are called to be priest, prophet, and king II. D. 1. Nothing at this age III. Catechesis Promotes Moral Formation in Jesus Christ (CCC 1691-2557; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Commandment to Love The new commandment of Jesus, to love one another as he, God, has loved us is one of the defining characteristics of the Christian faith (Jn 13:34-35) III. A. 1. Know that God is love and shows us how to love. (CCC 221; 1 Jn 4:3, 16; CFCL I.A.1) SOGL K: Ch. 4, 6, 8, 10, 18, 19, 27 III. A. 2. Understand that Jesus wants all people to love God and love one another (CCC 1878, 1970; Lk 10:25-28) SOGL K: Ch. 7, 15, 16, 18, 19, 27, 28 B. Ten Commandments and Beatitudes The Scriptures, especially in the Ten Commandments and the Sermon on the Mount, give us moral guidance III. B. 1. Know that in the Bible God tells us how to love him and other people (CCC 1962, 1965) SOGL K: Welcome Chapter, Ch. 27 III. B. 2. Know that Jesus shows everyone how to love (CCC 520, 1823; Jn 15:9, 12; CFCL I.A.9) SOGL K: Ch. 5, 7, 18, 19, 27 14
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices C. Sin and Grace God s love can overcome the evil of sin in our world III. C. 1. Recognize that good choices can make us feel happy and bad choices make us feel sad (CCC 27) SOGL K: Ch. 8, 17, 20, 27 III. C. 2. Know it is important to say I m sorry when one hurts others (CCC 1443; Lk 15:11-32) SOGL K: Ch. 17, 19, 27, 28 D. Conscience Formation The Gospel calls us to ongoing conversion, transforming our ways of thinking and living III. D. 1. Know that God gives the Holy Spirit to help people make good choices (CCC 729, 1830; Jn 16:13) SOGL K: Ch. 12, 20 III. D. 2. Understand that adults can help one make decisions SOGL K: Ch. 10, 26, 27 E. Objective Moral Norms The Scriptures and Tradition of the Church teach us about right and wrong III. E. 1. Know that God s rules help one to make good choices and perform loving actions (CCC 1962, 1965) SOGL K: Ch. 27 F. Gospel of Life All life is a gift from God and is to be held sacred III. F. 1. Recognize that all life is a gift from God the creator (CCC 290-292; Gen 1:20-27) SOGL K: Ch. 1, 6 15
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices G. Living a Moral Life As disciples of Jesus, we desire to follow him in his attitudes and actions III. G. 1. Understand that Jesus shows people how to love, e.g., Good Shepherd, Good Samaritan, etc. SOGL K: Ch. 7, 19 IV. Catechesis Teaches the Christian How to Pray (CCC 2558-2865; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Christian Prayer Tradition Prayer in all its many forms is a language of love, faith, and hope IV. A. 1. Know that Jesus prayed and taught his disciples to pray (CCC 2599-2602; Mt 6:5-14; Mk 11:24) SOGL K: Ch. 11, 13 IV. A. 2. Know/Pray the Sign of the Cross (CCC 2157) SOGL K: Ch. 12 IV. A. 3. Identify the Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be as basic prayers of the Catholic tradition SOGL K: Ch. 11, 21; CPP B. Personal Prayer The mystery of God s action in our lives draws us into a deeper relationship and a deeper desire to respond in prayer (CCC 2591) IV. B. 1. Know that prayer is both listening to and talking with God (CCC 2590) SOGL K: Ch. 11, 12, 16, 28 IV. B. 2. Understand that one must be quiet to hear God speak SOGL K: Ch. 12, 16 16
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices C. Communal Prayer We share prayer with others, and worship together as the People of God IV. C. 1. Know that the church building is a special place to pray together (CCC 2691, 2696) SOGL K: Ch. 14, 16 D. Popular Piety and Devotions Our families and friends share with us ways to grow closer to God IV. D. 1. Identify ways to pray with family (CCC 2685) SOGL K: Ch. 12, 14, 16 V. Catechesis Prepares the Christian to Live in Community and to Participate in the Life and Mission of the Church (GDC 84, 86-87) A. Spiritual Growth Our community life is built on the understanding that humans grow and develop physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially as well as spiritually V. A. 1. Know that God calls all people to be holy (CCC 2013; Mt 5:48) SOGL K: Ch. 5, 6, 14, 22 B. Relationships and Responsibilities In the Gospel, Jesus teaches us that living together in the Kingdom of God, we must grow in understanding, compassion, and care for the least and in mutual charity V. B. 1. Know that Jesus wants us to show love and kindness to all (Col 3:12-17; CFCL I.A.1) SOGL K: Ch. 4, 8, 18, 19, 27 17
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices C. Marriage and Family Life Domestic Church Our family life is the church of the home, where we learn to love God and care for each other V. C. 1. Identify the Holy Family: Jesus; Mary, his mother; and Joseph, her spouse (CCC 532, 1655; Lk 2:39-52) SOGL K: Ch. 9, 24, 25, 26 V. C. 2. Know that each family is a gift from God (CCC 2206) SOGL K: Ch. 10 V. C. 3. Understand that in a family the members are called to love and care for each other SOGL K: Ch. 10 D. Faith Communities Participation in the life and mission of the Church is both personal and communal (CCC 1134) V. D. 1. Know that at baptism one becomes a member of God s family, the Church (CCC 1213) SOGL K: Ch. 14 V. D. 2. Know that praying together at Mass is an important way that God s family comes together (CCC 1140-1141) SOGL K: Ch. 16 E. Nature and Mission of the Church The Church is the family of God, sent to bring the Good News of Jesus to all people V. E. 1. Understand that God wants all to live in peace and love (CCC 543; Col 3:12-17 SOGL K: Ch. 5, 8, 17, 18, 19, 27 V. E. 2. Know that the Church is God s family on earth (CCC 959) SOGL K: Ch. 13, 14 18
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices F. Ecumenism We share in promoting the unity of all God s people as part of our fidelity to the Gospel V. F. 1. Nothing at this age VI. Catechesis Promotes a Missionary Spirit that Prepares the Faithful to Transform (GDC 84, 86-87) A. Evangelization The Sacraments of Initiation both invite and challenge us to live as disciples in the larger society and in the world VI. A. 1. Identify a disciple as someone who follows Jesus Christ (CCC 1694, 1816; 1 Jn 1:1-4) SOGL K: Ch. 13 B. Vocation/Apostolate Each is called to a particular task in helping to reveal the Kingdom of God in the service of God s plan for the world VI. B. 1. Know that God loves us and calls each of us to follow Him (CCC 52; Mt 4:18-22; Mt 9:9) SOGL K: Ch. 5, 6 C. Social Action and Transformation The Social Teachings of our tradition inspire us to concern and to action aimed at the well-being of all humankind VI. C. 1. Know that God calls the members of the Church to help each other (Mt 25) SOGL K: Ch. 13, 18 VI. C. 2. Identify ways to show care for God s creation SOGL K: Ch. 2 19
Kindergarten Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 WC...We Celebrate SOGL.... Stories of God s Love CPP....Catholic Prayers and Practices D. Interreligious Dialogue We dialogue and work with people of other faiths, to build understanding and to find our common hopes and values for a better world VI. D. 1. Nothing at this age 20
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage I. Catechesis Promotes Knowledge of the Faith (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 26-1065; General Directory for Catechesis, 84-85, 87) A. The Person of Jesus Christ Jesus loves and invites every person to be in relationship with him I. A. 1. Know Jesus is both human and divine, Son of Mary and Son of God (CCC 495; CFCL I.A.7) Ch. 9, 10, 12, 17 Ch. 9; F&S: Advent, Mary I. A. 2. Know some key events in Jesus life: e.g., his birth, his death, and his rising to new life I. A. 3. Know that Jesus died on the cross to show God s love for all people (CCC 609; CFCL I.A.8) Ch. 9, 10; F&S: Christmas, Holy Week, Easter F&S: Holy Week B. Understand Scripture Sacred Scripture is the living Word of God, a history of the covenant and a guide for life today I. B. 1. Identify the Bible as the inspired word of God (CCC 105) The Bible; Ch. 3; OCH: About the Bible I. B. 2. Know that the Bible is full of stories that show God s love for his people, e.g., Creation, Noah s ark, Moses, Good Shepherd, Good Samaritan, etc. (CFCL I.A.6) I. B. 3. The Gospels tell us the Good News about Jesus (CCC 121-125) Ch. 1, 2, 4, 5, 8-14, 15, 18; F&S: Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, Easter, Mary Ch. 3, 12; OCH: About the Mass C. Creeds and Doctrines of the Church The Creed expresses the faith of our Church and professes it to the world I. C. 1. Identify God as Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (CCC 233) Ch. 13; OCH: About the Trinity 21
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage I. C. 2. Recognize that the Holy Spirit is a gift from God (CCC 733; Jn 14:16, 26; CFCL I.A.7 & 9) Ch. 13 I. C. 3. Know that God created the world and made it good (CCC 295, 299; Gen 1:1-31; CFCL I.A.1) Ch. 5 I. C. 4. Know that God is Love (CCC 1604; CFCL I.A.1) Ch. 5; OCH: About the Trinity I. C. 5. Know that God desires all people to be happy with him now and forever in Heaven (CCC 1023-1024; Jn 14:2-3) Ch. 7; OCH: About New Life Forever I. C. 6. Know that angels are God s messengers sent to help and protect (CCC 329, 336) Ch. 9 D. Discover the Church s Tradition and Relevance of Church History Our Church has a rich heritage which still serves as a guide for us today I. D. 1. Know that God s gift of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost is the birthday of the Church (CCC 731-732) Ch. 1, 18, 19; OCH: About the Catholic Church Ch. 18 E. Christian Thought and Culture Our Church s tradition is based in an appreciation for the gifts of many persons theologians, saints, artists, teachers and preachers living as faithful disciples of Jesus I. E. 1. Recognize saints as holy people who are examples of how to love God and one another (CCC 823) Ch. 7; OCH: About Mary 22
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage II. Catechesis Promotes Knowledge of the Meaning of the Liturgy and Sacraments (CCC 1066-1690; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Paschal Mystery Forms and Transforms The liturgical and sacramental life of the Church informs, forms, and transforms us as disciples of Jesus in the world (CCC 654, 1066-1067, 1085) II. A. 1. Know that the liturgy teaches about the life of Jesus (CCC 1194) Ch. 2, 3, 10; OCH: About the Mass II. A. 2. Know that the liturgy is the special prayer of God s family (CCC 1068, 1140) Ch. 2, 10 B. Sacraments Sacraments are special celebrations of God s love for us II. B. 1. Identify sacraments as special times when Jesus comes to be with us (CCC 1131) Ch. 14; OCH: About the Sacraments II. B. 2. Recognize that through Baptism we are freed from Original Sin, share in God s life, and become members of God s family (CCC 1213) Ch. 6, 14; OCH: About the Sacraments II. B. 3. Recognize that at Mass the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ (CCC 1375) Ch. 8, 10; OCH: About the Sacraments, About the Mass II. B. 4. Recognize the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation as a gift from God (CCC 1468-1469) OCH: About the Sacraments 23
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage C. Liturgical Catechesis We are invited into full, active, and conscious participation in the liturgical life of the Church (CCC 1071) II. C. 1. Identify the different liturgical seasons and their respective colors (CCC 1163-1171, 1194) F&S: The Church Year II. C. 2. Recognize that we celebrate Sunday as the Lord s Day because of Jesus Resurrection (CCC 1166-67, 1193) F&S: The Church Year II. C. 3. Identify sacred objects and spaces in church, e.g., altar, ambo, baptismal font, Book of the Gospels, tabernacle etc. (CCC 1182-1185) Ch. 2; OCH: About The Catholic Church, A Visit to Church, About the Mass II. C. 4. Identify liturgical postures and their meaning, e.g., standing (reverence); sitting (attentive listening); and kneeling (adoration) (CCC 1153-1158) Ch. 2, 10, 16; OCH: About the Mass II. C. 5. Understand that Christians learn about Jesus in the scripture readings at Mass (CCC 1349) Ch. 12; OCH: About the Mass; F&S: Ordinary Time II. C. 6. Know that there are some special days, besides Sunday, that we go to Mass, e.g., All Saints Day; Immaculate Conception of Mary; Christmas; Mary, Mother of God; Assumption of Mary (CCC 1171, 1173) F&S: Ordinary Time, Christmas, Mary, The Church Year D. Dimensions of Priesthood: Baptismal and Ordained Like Jesus, we are called to be priest, prophet, and king II. D. 1. Know that because of their baptism all people are called to serve God (CCC 871, 1140) Ch. 6, 14; OCH: About the Sacraments 24
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage III. Catechesis Promotes Moral Formation in Jesus Christ (CCC 1691-2557; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Commandment to Love The new commandment of Jesus, to love one another as he, God, has loved us is one of the defining characteristics of the Christian faith (Jn 13:34-35) III. A. 1. Know that Jesus reveals to us that God is Trinity: Father, Son and Spirit (CCC 240, 243; CFCL I.A.1) OCH: About the Trinity; Ch. 13 III. A. 2. Understand that Jesus wants all people to love God and love one another (CCC 1878, 1970; Lk 10:25-28; CFCL I.A.1, 9) Ch. 7, 17, 19 B. Ten Commandments and Beatitudes The Scriptures, especially in the Ten Commandments and the Sermon on the Mount, give us moral guidance III. B. 1. Understand that God gives rules to follow, to help all people love each other (CCC 1962, 1965) OCH: About the Ten Commandments III. B. 2. Understand that, by his example, Jesus teaches us how to love God and each other (CCC 520, 1823; Jn 13:34-35; Jn 15:12; CFCL I.A.9) Ch. 11, 12 C. Sin and Grace God s love can overcome the evil of sin in our world III. C. 1. Know that Jesus wants us to forgive those who hurt us (CCC 2840; Lk 6:35; Lk 17:3-4; Lk 23:33-34) Ch. 11 III. C. 2. Define sin as choosing to disobey God and hurt others (CCC 1849-1850; Gn 3) Ch. 11; OCH: About Sin and Forgiveness 25
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage III. C. 3. Know that before the Fall, Adam and Eve shared in friendship with God (CCC 396; CFCL I.A.4) Ch. 5 III. C. 4. Know that Original Sin occurred when Adam and Eve disobeyed God (CCC 897; CFCL I.A.4) III. C. 5. Describe the differences between an accident, a mistake, and a sin III. C. 6. Know that God s grace helps people to live as his children Ch. 6, 14; OCH: About the Trinity D. Conscience Formation The Gospel calls us to ongoing conversion, transforming our ways of thinking and living III. D. 1. God gives people the freedom to choose (CCC 1730-1731, 1744) Ch. 11 III. D. 2. Recognize that the Holy Spirit works within each person to help them make good choices (CCC 729, 1830; Jn 14:26) Ch. 11; OCH: About the Trinity E. Objective Moral Norms The Scriptures and Tradition of the Church teach us about right and wrong III. E. 1. God gives the Holy Spirit, the Bible, and the laws of the Church to help the baptized know right and wrong (CCC 1785) Ch. 3, 11, 18; OCH: About the Trinity, About the Ten Commandments F. Gospel of Life All life is a gift from God and is to be held sacred III. F. 1. Recognize that God created all life: human, animal, and plant and called it good (CCC 299, 339; Gn 1:20-27) Ch. 5, 7 26
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage III. F. 2. Understand that all people are made in God s image (CCC 355; Gn 1:27; CFCL I.A.1) Ch. 5, 7 III. F. 3. Know oneself as loved and valued (Mt 6:25-34; CFCL I.A.1) Ch. 5, 7 III. F. 4. Know that care and respect for our bodies and for those of others is a response to God s love (CCC 1004) Ch. 5, 7; OCH: About The Ten Commandments G. Living a Moral Life As disciples of Jesus, we desire to follow him in his attitudes and actions III. G. 1. III. G. 2. Recognize the life and teachings of Jesus as a model for how all people should live (CCC 1694) Know that in our Baptism, we receive special graces from God to help us love and serve him as disciples of Jesus (CCC 1812-1813; CFCL I.A.12, 28) Ch. 1, 6, 9; OCH: About the Trinity Ch. 6; OCH: About The Sacraments IV. Catechesis Teaches the Christian How to Pray (CCC 2558-2865; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Christian Prayer Tradition Prayer in all its many forms is a language of love, faith, and hope IV. A. 1. Know/pray the Sign of the Cross (CCC 2166) Ch. 1; LUP IV. A. 2. IV. A. 3. IV. A. 4. Identify different times and places to pray (CCC 2157, 2743) Recite the following formal prayers: Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be (CCC 2688) Recognize that one can pray alone or with others (CCC 2664) Ch. 4, 8, 12, 16, 20; OCH: About Kinds of Prayer Ch. 8, 9 13; LUP; F&S: Mary; OCH: About the Mass, About the Lord's Prayer OCH: About Kinds of Prayer 27
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage B. Personal Prayer The mystery of God s action in our lives draws us into a deeper relationship and a deeper desire to respond in prayer (CCC 2591) IV. B. 1. Understand that praying is listening to and talking with God (CCC 2564) Ch. 4 IV. B. 2. Understand one needs to spend time with God in prayer (CCC 2744; CFCL I.A.24) Ch. 4, 12; OCH: About Prayer IV. B. 3. Know that one can pray with words, with quiet listening, and with actions (CCC 2700-2708, 2722) Ch. 4, 8, 12, 16, 20; OCH: About Prayer C. Communal Prayer We share prayer with others, and worship together as the People of God IV. C. 1. Know that the church building is a sacred place where the faith community gathers to worship (CCC 1181, 2691, 2696) Ch. 2 IV. C. 2. Identify some appropriate gestures in use in church, e.g., sitting, standing, kneeling, genuflecting, sign of the cross, sign of peace, etc. (CCC 1153-1155) Ch. 2, 10; OCH: About the Mass D. Popular Piety and Devotions Our families and friends share with us ways to grow closer to God IV. D. 1. Know that Holy Water is a sign of baptism (CCC 1668) Ch. 6 IV. D. 2. Know that one can ask others to pray for them, e.g., saints, family, friends, church community (CCC 2683-2684) Ch. 16; OCH: About Mary; FIA: Ch. 9, 12 IV. D. 3. Know that Jesus mother, Mary, is a special friend in prayer (CCC 2682) Ch. 9; OCH: About Mary; F&S: Christmas 28
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage V. Catechesis Prepares the Christian to Live in Community and to Participate in the Life and Mission of the Church (GDC 84, 86-87) A. Spiritual Growth Our community life is built on the understanding that humans grow and develop physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially as well as spiritually V. A. 1. Know that it is God s plan for people to grow in holiness (CCC 2013-2015, 2813; Lk 2:40, 52) Ch. 7 V. A. 2. Know that God gives grace to help people to grow more like him (CCC 2021-2023) Ch. 6, 14 B. Relationships and Responsibilities In the Gospel, Jesus teaches us that living together in the Kingdom of God, we must grow in understanding, compassion, and care for the least and in mutual charity V. B. 1. Identify some ways Jesus shows people how to love God, each other, and creation (CCC 2407, 2415-2418; Gn 1:26; Lk 10:25-28) Ch. 5, 7 V. B. 2. Understand that feelings are natural and necessary in building relationships with God, self, and others Ch. 7, 11 V. B. 3. Understand that our bodies are gifts from God and must be treated with respect. (CCC 1695; 1 Cor 6:19; CFCL I.A.24) Ch. 5, 7; OCH: About the Ten Commandments C. Marriage and Family Life Domestic Church Our family life is the church of the home, where we learn to love God and care for each other 29
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage V. C. 1. Know that at the Annunciation, Mary said yes to God to be the mother of Jesus (CCC 484-486, 490; Lk 1:26-38) Ch. 9 V. C. 2. Know that Joseph is the foster father of Jesus (CCC 437) Ch. 9; OCH: Christmas V. C. 3. Know that the family is where one first learns to pray (CCC 2204-2206) Ch. 4, 12 D. Faith Communities Participation in the life and mission of the Church is both personal and communal (CCC 1134) V. D. 1. Know that people become members of God s family, the Church, at Baptism (CCC 1213) Ch. 6; OCH: About the Sacraments V. D. 2. Understand that those who believe in Jesus form God s true family, the Church (CCC 752; Acts 2:42-47; Acts 4:32-35) Ch. 1, 2, 6, 18 V. D. 3. Identify God s family as consisting of people from all races, languages, and abilities (CCC 543; Mt 8:11) Ch. 18 E. Nature and Mission of the Church The Church is the family of God, sent to bring the Good News of Jesus to all people V. E. 1. Know that God calls his Church to help build the Kingdom of God on earth (CCC 541, 567; Mt 6:33) Ch. 19 F. Ecumenism We share in promoting the unity of all God s people as part of our fidelity to the Gospel V. F. 1. Nothing at this age 30
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage VI. Catechesis promotes a Missionary Spirit that prepares the faithful to transform the world (GDC 84, 86-87) A. Evangelization The Sacraments of Initiation both invite and empower us to live as disciples in the larger society and in the world VI. A. 1. Know that all baptized Christians are called to follow Jesus and be his disciples (CCC 1269-1270, 1694) Ch. 6, 17, 19; F&S: Lent B. Vocation/Apostolate Each is called to a particular task in helping to reveal the Kingdom of God in the service of God s plan for the world VI. B. 1. Understand that each person is called to love God in a special way (CCC 52, 2093; Dt 6:4-5; Mt 9:9-13) Ch. 7; OCH: About the Trinity VI. B. 2. Know that in Baptism we are made members of God s family (CCC 1279) Ch. 6; OCH: About the Sacraments C. Social Action and Transformation The Social Teachings of our tradition inspire us to concern and to action aimed at the well-being of all humankind VI. C. 1. Know that a Christian is called to help build the Kingdom of God (CCC 2046; Mt 6:33) Ch. 19 VI. C. 2. Give examples of how one can help others in need (Mt 25) Ch. 15, 17, 19; FIA: Ch. 1, 8, 9 VI. C. 3. Name ways that one can take care of God s creation Ch. 5; FIA: Ch. 5 31
Grade 1 Blest Are We Faith Edition Copyright 20 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage D. Interreligious Dialogue We dialogue and work with people of other faiths, to build understanding and to find our common hopes and values for a better world VI. D. 1. Nothing at this age 32
Grade 2 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage I. Catechesis Promotes Knowledge of the Faith (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 26-1065; General Directory for Catechesis, 84-85, 87) A. The Person of Jesus Christ Jesus loves and invites every person to be in relationship with him I. A. 1. Know that Jesus came to establish God s kingdom on earth (CCC 544) Ch. 15, 19 I. A. 2. Know that Jesus loved each person so much he died on the cross for each one (CCC 606-607; Jn 15:12-13; CFCL I.A.8) Ch. 13 I. A. 3. Understand that Jesus resurrection is at the center of the Christian faith (CCC 638; 1 Cor 15:12-19) Ch. 13 B. Understand Scripture Sacred Scripture is the living Word of God, a history of the covenant and a guide for life today I. B. 1. Identify the two main parts of the Bible: the Old Testament and the New Testament (CCC 120) The Bible I. B. 2. Explain that God speaks to the Church through the people and the stories of the Bible (CCC 104; CFCL I.A.6) The Bible; Ch. 9 I. B. 3. Identify the four Gospels as accounts of Jesus life and teachings (CCC 125) The Bible I. B. 4. Explain that learning about people in the Scriptures helps one to understand how God loves and cares for them e.g., the infant Moses, the hungry Israelites in the desert of Sinai, Mary and Joseph s care for the infant/child Jesus, Jesus feeding the crowd, etc. The Bible; Ch. 9; F&S: Christmas 33
Grade 2 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage I. B. 5. Identify stories that show God s readiness to forgive us, e.g. Zacchaeus, the Prodigal Son, the Good Shepherd, the Pharisee and the Publican Ch. 5, 6, 8 C. Creeds and Doctrines of the Church The Creed expresses the faith of our Church and professes it to the world I. C. 1. Recognize that the Sign of the Cross and the Glory Be proclaim the Christian belief in the Triune God (CCC 2157) F&S: Ordinary Time; LUP I. C. 2. Know that creation is an expression of God s love and goodness (CCC 299; Gn 1:1ff; CFCL I.A.1) Ch. 9 I. C. 3. Know that the Holy Spirit came to Jesus disciples after his resurrection and ascension (CCC 728; Acts 2:1-4) F&S: Easter I. C. 4. Know that life with God continues after death (CCC 1038-1041; Jn 14:2-3) OCH: About New Life Forever; F&S: Easter D. Discover the Church s Tradition and Relevance of Church History Our Church has a rich heritage which still serves as a guide for us today I. D. 1. Know that on Pentecost God sent the Holy Spirit to the apostles to establish the Church (CCC 2623; Acts 2:1-4) F&S: The Church Year, Easter E. Christian Thought and Culture Our Church s tradition is based in an appreciation for the gifts of many persons theologians, saints, artists, teachers and preachers living as faithful disciples of Jesus I. E. 1. Identify the Church as the People of God both in heaven and on earth (CCC 781-782) Ch. 1, 3 34
Grade 2 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage II. Catechesis Promotes Knowledge of the Meaning of the Liturgy and Sacraments (CCC 1066-1690; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Paschal Mystery Forms and Transforms The liturgical and sacramental life of the Church informs, forms, and transforms us as disciples of Jesus in the world II. A. 1. Know the liturgy is a participation in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus (CCC 571, 1068; CFCL I.A.8) Ch. 10, 14; OCH: About the Mass B. Sacraments Sacraments are special celebrations of God s love for us II. B. 1. Know that a sacrament is an outward sign, instituted by Christ, to give grace (CCC 1131) Ch. 2; OCH: About the Sacraments II. B. 2. Identify Penance and Reconciliation as the sacrament in which Jesus forgives sins (CCC 1421, 1441; CFCL I.A.28) Ch. 6, 7; OCH About the Sacraments II. B. 3. Demonstrate the steps in individual confession to the priest (CCC 1480) Ch. 6 II. B. 4. Learn an Act of Contrition LUP II. B. 5. Identify the bread and wine as distinct from the Body and Blood of Christ (CCC 1333; Mt 26:26-28) Ch. 14 II. B. 6. Know that the Real Presence of Christ exists in the consecrated host (CCC 1377) Ch. 14; OCH: About the Sacraments; F&S: Holy Week II. B. 7. Identify some of the items used in the Liturgy of the Eucharist, e.g., altar, chalice, paten, corporal, etc. Ch. 14; OCH: About the Mass II. B. 8. Demonstrate how to receive the Eucharist Ch. 14 35
Grade 2 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage II. B. 9. Know that the Eucharist strengthens one to live as a disciple (CCC 1391-1401; CFCL I.A.28) Ch. 14 II. B. 10. Know that the Eucharist strengthens one to live as a disciple (CCC 1391-1401; CFCL I.A.28) Ch. 14; OCH: About the Sacraments, About the Mass C. Liturgical Catechesis We are invited into full, active, and conscious participation in the liturgical life of the Church II. C. 1. Understand that the liturgical seasons are the way the Church follows the life of Jesus throughout the year (CCC 1171) F&S: The Church Year II. C. 2. Identify the two main parts of the Mass: the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist (CCC 1346) Ch. 10, 14; OCH: About the Mass II. C. 3. Learn the responses at Mass, e.g., And with your spirit, Thanks be to God, and Amen Ch. 10, 14; OCH: About the Mass II. C. 4. Understand that receiving Holy Communion is a very special way of sharing in Jesus life (CCC 1391) Ch. 14 II. C. 5. Know that after receiving Holy Communion, one should express thanks to God (CCC 1378) Ch. 14 II. C. 6. Recognize that Jesus is uniquely present in the Eucharistic species but also present in the word proclaimed, the priest, and the community (CCC 1373-1374) Ch. 10, 14; OCH: About the Mass II. C. 7. Recall sacred furnishings used in Church, e.g., altar, ambo, baptismal font, tabernacle (CCC 1182-1186) Ch. 2, 10, 14; F&S: The Church Year; OCH: About the Mass II. C. 8. Identify some of the gestures and postures used at Mass, and know when to do them (CCC 1153, 1155) Ch. 14; OCH: About the Mass 36
Grade 2 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage D. Dimensions of Priesthood: Baptismal and Ordained Like Jesus, we are called to be priest, prophet, and king II. D. 1. Recall that because of their baptism all people have a special call to serve God (CCC 871) Ch. 2, 11, 15 III. Catechesis promotes Moral Formation in Jesus Christ (CCC 1691-2557; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Commandment to Love The new commandment of Jesus, to love one another as he, God, has loved us is one of the defining characteristics of the Christian faith III. A. 1. Know that Jesus calls his disciples to love and serve God and to love and serve each other (Mt 22:34-40) Ch. 15 III. A. 2. Know that Jesus life shows how to love God and others (CCC 520-521; Jn 14:6; CFCL I.A.9) Ch. 15, 19 B. Ten Commandments and Beatitudes The Scriptures, especially in the Ten Commandments and the Sermon on the Mount, give us moral guidance III. B. 1. Identify the Ten Commandments as God s guide for how to be his people (CCC 2060, 2062; Ex 20:1-17; CFCL I.A.19) The Bible; Ch. 7; OCH: About the Ten Commandments 37
Grade 2 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage C. Sin and Grace God s love can overcome the evil of sin in our world III. C. 1. Describe the differences between an accident, a mistake, and a sin Ch. 7 III. C. 2. Know that a sin is when one freely chooses to disobey God s law (CCC 1849) Ch. 5, 7 III. C. 3. Identify mortal sin as a serious offense against God s law that breaks friendship with God and others (CCC 1854-1864; CFCL I.A.5) Ch. 7 III. C. 4. Identify venial sin as a less serious offense against God s law that weakens friendship with God and others (CCC 1854-1864) Ch. 7 III. C. 5. Realize that when one does something sinful, one needs to ask for forgiveness from God and from those who have been hurt (CCC 2839, 2840) Ch. 8; OCH: About the Sacraments III. C. 6. Remember that one should forgive those who hurt him/her (CCC 2262; Mt 5: 22-39) Ch. 6 III. C. 7. Identify grace as a sharing in the life of God (CCC 1997) Ch. 2, 6 III. C. 8. Define sacramental grace (CCC 2003) Ch. 2, 6 D. Conscience Formation The Gospel calls us to ongoing conversion, transforming our ways of thinking and living III. D. 1. Identify conscience as God s gift to help one know right and wrong (CCC 1776) Ch. 5 III. D. 2. Know that an Examination of Conscience is used to prepare for the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation (CCC 1454) Ch. 2; OCH: About Reconciliation 38
Grade 2 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage III. D. 3. God gave us free will: the freedom to make good or bad choices. (CCC 1700; CFCL I.A.2) Ch. 5 III. D. 4. The Holy Spirit helps to guide our choices. (CCC 729; CFCL I.A.7) Ch. 17; OCH: About the New Commandment E. Objective Moral Norms The Scriptures and Tradition of the Church teach us about right and wrong III. E. 1. Know that the Bible and the teachings of the Church guide people in knowing right and wrong (CCC 1785) Ch. 6; OCH: About the Ten Commandments F. Gospel of Life All life is a gift from God and is to be held sacred III. F. 1. Know all people are made in God s image (CCC 225; Gn 1:26-27; CFCL I.A.1) III. F. 2. Know that people have a body and soul (CCC 362-365; CFCL I.A.2) Ch. 7, 9 III. F. 3. Recognize that God gives human beings the special work of caring for all of creation (CCC 339; Gn 1:28-30) Ch. 9 G. Living a Moral Life As disciples of Jesus, we desire to follow him in his attitudes and actions III. G. 1. Know that the Holy Spirit gives what is needed to live as a disciple of Jesus (CCC 2003; Jn 14:26) Ch. 17, 19 III. G. 2. God s gifts help us to make good choices and be responsible for right thoughts and actions towards ourselves and others (CCC 1804-1811; CFCL I.A.12) Ch. 5, 7, 11, 17 39
Grade 2 OCH....Our Catholic Heritage IV. Catechesis Teaches the Christian How to Pray (CCC 2558-2865; GDC 84-85, 87) A. Christian Prayer Tradition Prayer in all its many forms is a language of love, faith, and hope IV. A. 1. Recite the Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be, Act of Contrition LUP; Ch. 8, 16, OCH: About the Lord's Prayer; F&S: Mary IV. A. 2. Know that prayer can be talking with God through words, gestures and movement, music and song (CCC 2663) Ch. 4, 15, 19 IV. A. 3. Identify the Book of Psalms as a book of prayer (CCC 2585-2589) Ch. 4, 9, 10 B. Personal Prayer The mystery of God s action in our lives draws us into a deeper relationship and a deeper desire to respond in prayer IV. B. 1. Identify places and times to pray alone (CCC 2602) Ch. 16; OCH: About Kinds of Prayer IV. B. 2. Realize that silence is necessary to hear God in one s heart OCH: About Kinds of Prayer IV. B. 3. Know that one prays to become better friends with God (CCC 2565; CFCL I.A.24) OCH: About Kinds of Prayer C. Communal Prayer We share prayer with others; and worship together as the People of God IV. C. 1. Know that Jesus is present when people pray and celebrate together (Mt 18:20) Ch. 14, 16 40