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GRADE K SCOPE AND SEQUENCE Kindergarten e kindergarten program of the Christ Our Life series, God Loves Us, helps ve- and six-year-olds explore God’s love as they are introduced to God’s goodness shown through words, actions, feelings, people, places, and things. Learning, growing, sharing, and celebrating provide the foundation for each chapter, and each chapter focuses on one special aspect of God’s goodness. Unit Chapter Theme Scripture 1 Learning About God’s Love In this unit, children will learn to be aware of God’s love, shown to them through the good people, events, and things in their lives. 1. Welcomes Are Good We are welcomed by Jesus. Mark 10:14; Psalm 73:28; Matthew 18:20 2. Names Are Good Names are important. Jesus is God, and we honor Jesus’ name. Philippians 2:10; Psalm 8:2; Philippians 2:11 3. Stories Are Good Books tell stories. The story of Jonah is in the Bible. We celebrate the Bible. Psalm 9:2; Psalm 78:4; Luke 11:28; Psalm 119:105; Jeremiah 31:3; Book of Jonah 4. God’s World Is Good We look at and care for God’s world. We celebrate God’s world. Genesis 1:1; Psalm 33:5; Psalm 67:7; Psalm 96:1; Genesis 1:31; Genesis 6:5—9:17 5. Quiet Is Good Good things happen in quiet and when we listen. We meet God in church. Psalm 46:11; Psalm 131:2; James 4:8; Psalm 37:7 6. Talking to God Is Good We talk and listen to God and those we love. We pray in different ways. 1 Samuel 3:10; Psalm 90:14; Psalm 145:18; 1 Samuel 3:1–18 2 Growing in God’s Love In this unit, children will learn to appreciate their own uniqueness as a gift from God. 7. Families Are Good We belong to families who love one another. Psalm 34:2; Psalm 22:11; 2 Corinthians 6:18 8. I Am Good God is our loving father. God made me wonderful, and I am thankful. Psalm 139:14; 1 John 4:16; Psalm 9:2; Isaiah 43:1–4 9. Growing Is Good We are anointed to grow as Christians by loving. We are members of the kingdom. Psalm 52:10; Colossians 2:6–7; Psalm 116:1 10. Thanking Is Good We give thanks to God at mealtime. We thank God for everything. Colossians 3:15; Psalm 136:1; 1 Chronicles 16:34; Psalm 138:1; Luke 17:11–19 11. Preparing Is Good During Advent, God’s family prepares for Jesus’ birth. We prepare our hearts through prayer. We celebrate Jesus’ birth at Christmas. Matthew 24:44; Psalm 25:5; Luke 2:1–7 12. Choosing Is Good We choose to say yes to God as Mary did. Luke 1:38; Psalm 25:12; Luke 1:36–56 3 Sharing God’s Love In this unit, children will learn to have a greater love for God and seek to share God’s love with others through acts of kindness. 13. Shepherds Are Good We celebrate Jesus, our Good Shepherd. John 10:2–4; John 10:14–15; Psalm 23:1; Luke 12:32 14. Hearts Are Good Jesus loves us. We make our love a gift. John 13:34; Psalm 36:6; 1 John 4:19; John 21:1–14; Psalm 116:1 15. Hands Are Good Our hands are gifts that can help people as Jesus did. Matthew 20:30–34; Psalm 90:17; Luke 10:29–37 16. Forgiveness Is Good Like Jesus, we forgive those who hurt our feelings. Matthew 6:14; Psalm 38:19; Ephesians 4:32; Luke 15:11–32; Luke 19:1–10; Psalm 86:5 17. Church Is Good We go to church to worship. Everyone has a role in worship. Psalm 150:1; Psalm 122:1 18. Meals Are Good Wheat bread and grape wine are the gifts at Mass. Jesus shares himself with us. Luke 22:19; Psalm 104:14–15; John 6:35; John 2:1–12; John 6:1–15; Luke 15:3–7 4 Celebrating God’s Love In this unit, children will learn to celebrate God’s gift of love with others. 19. Seeds Are Good Plants, like Jesus, die to give new life. The cross is a sign of love. John 12:24; John 3:17; John 3:16 20. Butterflies Are Good We celebrate new life in butterflies, in Jesus, and in each of us. Mark 16:6; Psalm 149:1; 1 Corinthians 6:14 21. Light Is Good Jesus is the Light of the World who shines through all of us. John 8:12; Psalm 27:1; Isaiah 60:1; Psalm 18:29 22. Celebrating Is Good We celebrate Mass with thanks. Acts of the Apostles 2:42; Psalm 89:2; 1 Chronicles 16:23 23. Air Is Good Jesus gives the gift of the Holy Spirit, which is love. A dove, a flame, and wind are symbols of the Holy Spirit. Acts of the Apostles 2:38; Wisdom 1:7; Romans 8:14; Luke 8:40–56 24. Joy Is Good Jesus gives us joy. Jesus wants us to share his joy with one another. John 15:11; Psalm 16:11; Philippians 4:4; Psalm 95:1; John 5:1–8 25. Life Is Good We will live forever through Jesus. We can share new life with God in heaven. John 10:10; Psalm 16:11; 1 John 2:25; Psalm 148:1; Matthew 13:44 OV24 PROGRAM OVERVIEW The kindergarten program o f the Christ Our Life series, God Loves Us, helps five- and six-year-olds explore God’s love as they are introduced to God’s goodness shown through words, actions, feelings, people, places, and things. Learning, growing, sharing, and celebrating provide the foundation for each chapter, and each chapter focuses on one special aspect of God’s goodness. Grade K Scope and Sequence Scope and Sequence

CCC References Catholic Social Teaching Themes Words Learned Saints and Holy People* 2560, 2785 Solidarity faith, Savior Saint Teresa of Calcutta 203, 2143, 2158, 2667 Family and Community God, Jesus Moses, Saint Matthew, Saint Thomas, Saint John, Saint Peter, Saint Paul 97, 104, 131, 1190 Rights and Responsibilities Bible Jonah, Saint Jerome 290, 293, 295–301 God’s Creation creation Adam and Eve, Noah, Saint Francis of Assisi 2562–2563, 2691 Life and Dignity church, Trinity Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus 1156, 2565, 2663, 2701 Family and Community; Solidarity pray David, Samuel, Moses, Saint Anthony of Padua 239–240, 1655, 1931, 2780, 2790, 2794–2796, 2807 Family and Community Holy Family, Lord’s Prayer Mary, Saint Joseph, Saint Joachim, Saint Anne 355–357, 2288 Work and Workers praise Saint John Paul II 786, 908, 1698, 2816–2827 The Poor and Vulnerable Baptism, sacrament David, Saint Mary, Saint Martha 224, 2637–2638, 2828, 2837 Family and Community Thanksgiving Saint Paul, Saint Bernadette 522–524, 1095 Rights and Responsibilities Advent, Son of God Noah, David, Mary, Saint Joseph, Saint Elizabeth 494, 973, 1730–1732, 2676–2677, 2679 Rights and Responsibilities choice, grace, Hail Mary Mary, Angel Gabriel, Saint Elizabeth, Joan of Arc 545, 605, 896, 2586, 2602, 2665 The Poor and Vulnerable; God’s Creation bishop, Good Shepherd David, Saint John Bosco 1931–1933, 1970 Solidarity love Saint Stephen 2208, 2444, 2447 Life and Dignity; Poor and Vulnerable miracle Saint Vincent de Paul 1431, 1441, 1451, 2838–2845 Life and Dignity forgiveness, Original Sin Joseph, Zacchaeus, Saint Peter, Saint Faustina Kowalska 1071, 1179–1184, 2691 Family and Community Church, priest Saint Augustine 1333, 1337–1339, 1368 Life and Dignity Eucharist, Mass Mary, Saint Juan Diego 617–618, 654, 2157 Solidarity cross, heaven, Sign of the Cross Saint Teresa of Ávila 654–655, 1020 The Poor and Vulnerable Alleluia, Resurrection Saint Mary Magdalene, Saint Peter 655, 782, 864 Rights and Responsibilities Light of the World David, Saint John Neumann 1359–1360, 1382, 2174–2188 Family and Community Creed Saint Ignatius of Loyola 689, 733–736, 739, 2415 God’s Creation Holy Spirit Saint Paul 1718, 1723, 2548 Rights and Responsibilities joy Saint Dominic Savio 1023–1026, 1932, 1934–1937 Life and Dignity Christ, saint, Ten Commandments Saint Paul, Saint Thomas CCC References Catholic Social Teaching Themes Words Learned Saints and Holy People* 2560, 2785 Solidarity faith, Savior Saint Teresa of Calcutta 203, 2143, 2158, 2667 Family and Community God, Jesus Moses, Saint Matthew, Saint Thomas, Saint John, Saint Peter, Saint Paul 97, 104, 131, 1190 Rights and Responsibilities Bible Jonah, Saint Jerome 290, 293, 295–301 God’s Creation creation Adam and Eve, Noah, Saint Francis of Assisi 2562–2563, 2691 Life and Dignity church, Trinity Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus 1156, 2565, 2663, 2701 Family and Community; Solidarity pray David, Samuel, Moses, Saint Anthony of Padua 239–240, 1655, 1931, 2780, 2790, 2794–2796, 2807 Family and Community Holy Family, Lord’s Prayer Mary, Saint Joseph, Saint Joachim, Saint Anne 355–357, 2288 Work and Workers praise Saint John Paul II 786, 908, 1698, 2816–2827 The Poor and Vulnerable Baptism, sacrament David, Saint Mary, Saint Martha 224, 2637–2638, 2828, 2837 Family and Community Thanksgiving Saint Paul, Saint Bernadette 522–524, 1095 Rights and Responsibilities Advent, Son of God Noah, David, Mary, Saint Joseph, Saint Elizabeth 494, 973, 1730–1732, 2676–2677, 2679 Rights and Responsibilities choice, grace, Hail Mary Mary, Angel Gabriel, Saint Elizabeth, Joan of Arc 545, 605, 896, 2586, 2602, 2665 The Poor and Vulnerable; God’s Creation bishop, Good Shepherd David, Saint John Bosco 1931–1933, 1970 Solidarity love Saint Stephen 2208, 2444, 2447 Life and Dignity; Poor and Vulnerable miracle Saint Vincent de Paul 1431, 1441, 1451, 2838–2845 Life and Dignity forgiveness, Original Sin Joseph, Zacchaeus, Saint Peter, Saint Faustina Kowalska 1071, 1179–1184, 2691 Family and Community Church, priest Saint Augustine 1333, 1337–1339, 1368 Life and Dignity Eucharist, Mass Mary, Saint Juan Diego 617–618, 654, 2157 Solidarity cross, heaven, Sign of the Cross Saint Teresa of Ávila 654–655, 1020 The Poor and Vulnerable Alleluia, Resurrection Saint Mary Magdalene, Saint Peter 655, 782, 864 Rights and Responsibilities Light of the World David, Saint John Neumann 1359–1360, 1382, 2174–2188 Family and Community Creed Saint Ignatius of Loyola 689, 733–736, 739, 2415 God’s Creation Holy Spirit Saint Paul 1718, 1723, 2548 Rights and Responsibilities joy Saint Dominic Savio 1023–1026, 1932, 1934–1937 Life and Dignity Christ, saint, Ten Commandments Saint Paul, Saint Thomas e children will • discover God’s great love shown through the many good things God has placed in their world. • be aware of God’s goodness and presence in their everyday lives. * Prayer in this grade • Sign of the Cross • Lord’s Prayer • Hail Mary • Prayer to One’s Guardian Angel • Grace Before Meals • Grace After Meals SCOPE AND SEQUENCE OV-25 Children will • discover God’s great love shown through the many good things God has placed in their world. • be aware of God’s goodness and presence in their everyday lives. Prayer in This Grade • Sign of the Cross • Lord’s Prayer • Hail Mary • Prayer to One’s Guardian Angel • Grace Before Meals • Grace After Meals Scope and Sequence Grade K

GRADE 1 The first-grade program of the Christ Our Life series, God Is Good, is designed to provide a simple overview of the mysteries of our faith. Through learning of the goodness of God the Father and the love of his Son, Jesus, children respond to God in friendship and prayer. Unit Chapter Theme Scripture God Is Our Good Father Children will know and express that God loves and cares for them. They will pray the Sign of the Cross and the Lord’s Prayer and also pray in the quiet of their hearts. 1. Jesus Is Our Friend Jesus, our Savior, invites us to be his friends. Mark 10:13–16; Luke 18:16; John 15:14; Matthew 28:20; Mark 16:15 2. God Is Good God made the world good. Genesis 1:1–31; Psalm 104:24 3. God Is Our Father God our Father loves, cares for, and forgives us. Genesis 1:26–27; Matthew 6:25–34; Psalm 52:10 4. God Our Father Is Holy We worship God in church by words and actions. Exodus 3:1–3; Exodus 33:7–23, 34:6–9; Psalm 95:6–7 5. God Shares His Life with Us Through Baptism, we become children of God and Christians. Psalm 63:2; John 8:12; Psalm 18:29; Psalm 33:2; Ezekiel 36:25–26; 1 John 2:5-6, 3:1,11 6. God Speaks to Us God speaks to us in silence, in the Bible, and through helpers. Psalm 46:11; 1 Kings 19:9–13; Mark 9:37; Psalm 119:111; Luke 11:28 7. We Pray to God Our Father We listen and talk to God in many ways every day. 1 Samuel 3; Jeremiah 29:12; Luke 11:17–19; Psalm 17:6, 40:14, 51:3, 136:1, 138:1; Luke 11:9 8. Jesus Teaches Us to Pray to Our Father God’s family prays the Our Father that Jesus taught us. Matthew 6:9–13; Luke 11:1–4; Genesis 1:1,31; Matthew 6:11 God Sent His Son as Our Savior Children will be able to tell the story of the Fall and of God’s fulfillment of the promise of a Savior. 9. God Promised a Savior After Adam and Eve sinned, God promised a Savior so that we could be happy with God forever in heaven. Genesis 1,2; Genesis 3; Leviticus 26:12; Psalm 3:8; Isaiah 35:4 10.God Chose Mary and Joseph Mary consented to be the Mother of the Savior. Luke 1:26–38; Luke 1:39–56; Matthew 1:18–25; Luke 1:38 11. Jesus, Our Savior, Was Born in Bethlehem On Christmas, we celebrate that Jesus came to save all people. Luke 2:1–7; Luke 2:8–20; Matthew 2:1–12; John 3:16; Luke 2:11 12.Families Share Life and Love The Holy Family shows us how to live in our own family and in our parish family. Luke 2:22–38; Luke 2:39–40; Luke 2:51–52; 1 John 4:7; 1 Corinthians 13:4–7; 1 Peter 4:10 Jesus Shows Us He Is Good Children will know how to live the two great Laws of Love. They will understand that they can go to Jesus the Good Shepherd for forgiveness when they have done wrong. 13.Jesus Calls the Apostles Jesus invites everyone to help him. Mark 1:16–20, 2:13–14; John 1:35–51; Matthew 8:22–27; Mark 4:35–41; Luke 4:16–22; Psalm 72:19; Mark 1:17 14.Jesus Shows God’s Love Jesus, who healed and forgave people, asks us to show his love today. Mark 2:1–12; Mark 5:21–24,35–43; Matthew 11:5 15.Jesus Teaches Us to Love God The greatest commandment is to love God. Mark 12:30; John 15:9; Psalm 18:2; Song of Songs 3:2 16.Jesus Teaches Us to Love Others We love others by helping those in need. Mark 12:28–31; Luke 10:29–37; Mark 12:41–44; Mark 12:31 17. Jesus Calls Himself the Good Shepherd Jesus forgives us when we are sorry. Luke 15:1–7; John 10:1–21; John 10:27; Psalm 23:1–4,6 18. We Come to Our Good Shepherd The Church comes together to ask forgiveness. Matthew 18:10–14; 1 Peter 2:24–25; Luke 15:16; Isaiah 40:11 Jesus Shows His Great Love Children will demonstrate familiarity with the Paschal Mystery. They will show that they know how to live as loving, active members of the Church. 19. Jesus Gives the Gift of Himself Jesus offered himself for us at the Last Supper and on the Cross. Mark 11:1–11; Luke 22:15–20; Matthew 26:26–29; Matthew 27; Mark 15; Luke 23; John 19; Luke 23:46; Psalm 118:1; John 15:13; Matthew 26:26 20. Jesus Is Risen Jesus rose from the dead, and so we will also rise. Matthew 27:62–67, 28:1–8; John 20; Luke 24:13–35; John 20:19–23 21. Jesus Sends Us the Spirit The Holy Spirit came to the Church on Pentecost to guide and strengthen us. Matthew 28:16–20; Acts of the Apostles 1:6–13; Acts of the Apostles 1:13—2:47; Romans 5:5 22. Jesus Is with Us in His Church The Holy Spirit guides and cares for the Church through her leaders. John 21:1–17; Isaiah 2:3 23. Mary Is the Mother of the Church We honor and imitate Mary, God’s Mother and ours. Luke 1:26–38; John 19:25–27; John 19:27 24.The Holy Spirit Helps the Church We share the Good News in the Gospels by our lives. Matthew 5:14–16; Mark 16:15,20; Acts of the Apostles 2; John 15:26–27 25.We Give Glory to God The Holy Spirit helps us give glory to God in words and deeds. Psalm 148:3,10,13; Colossians 3:12–17; Psalm 148:5; 1 Corinthians 10:31 1 2 3 4 Grade 1 Scope and Sequence Scope and Sequence

Prayer in This Grade • Sign of the Cross • Glory Be to the Father • Lord’s Prayer (Our Father) • Hail Mary • Stations of the Cross • Prayer to One’s Guardian Angel • Morning Prayer (adapted) CCC References Catholic Social Teaching Themes Words Learned Saints and Holy People* 425, 617–618, 2157 Family and Community Sign of the Cross Saint Mark 282, 289–293, 299, 307, 2415 God’s Creation Creator, creation Saint Francis of Assisi 302–303, 355–357, 2793 Life and Dignity, Solidarity, The Poor and Vulnerable forgiveness Saint Anthony of Padua 1180–1186, 2691, 2809, 2811 Family and Community genuflect Moses, Saint Matthew 1213, 1217–1222, 1234–1243 God’s Creation, Family and Community Baptism, Church, Christian Saint Julie Billiart 105–107, 1880, 2717 Family and Community Bible Elijah, Saint Andrew 2559, 2628–2629, 2637, 2639, 2698 The Poor and Vulnerable prayer Samuel, Saint Luke 2759, 2761, 2765–2766 Solidarity heaven, Mass Saint Ignatius of Loyola 218, 396–400, 839, 1731 God’s Creation, Family and Community Savior Adam and Eve, Saint John Bosco 488, 494–495, 532, 534, 2220 Work and Workers Mary, angel, grace Mary, Saint Joseph, Saint Elizabeth 461, 525–526, 528, 826, 1889 The Poor and Vulnerable Christmas Saint Monica 531–533, 1140–1141, 1154 Family and Community Holy Family, parish, sacrament Saint Joan of Arc 541, 547–548, 849–856, 863, 934 Solidarity Apostle Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini 1503–1509 The Poor and Vulnerable, Solidarity miracle Saint Jude 1695, 1803, 2055 Family and Community commandment Saint John 1931, 1932, 1937 Solidarity missionary Saint Teresa of Calcutta 1443, 1451–1453, 1490 Solidarity sin Saint Junipero Serra 1425–1428, 1454, 1468–1469 Family and Community conscience, examination of conscience Saint Patrick 559–560, 610–611, 613–614, 616–617 Family and Community Holy Communion Saint Blaise 638, 641, 644, 1443–1444, 1468 Solidarity Easter, Resurrection, Eucharist Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Thomas 659, 731–732, 1266, 1813, 2623 Family and Community Holy Spirit Saint Teresa of Ávila 818, 836–838, 880–882, 1267–1270 Family and Community, Solidarity pope, catholic Saint Peter, Saint Juan Diego 966–967, 971–972 The Poor and Vulnerable holy Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus 84, 125–127, 849–856 The Poor and Vulnerable Gospel Saint Martin of Tours; Mary Elizabeth Lange, OSP 293–294, 422–424, 460, 736, 2641 Family and Community Trinity Saint Paul Children will • become aware of God’s presence and goodness in their lives, in others, in the world, and in his Church. • respond to God’s goodness by loving him and others. Scope and Sequence Grade 1

GRADE 2 The second-grade program of the Christ Our Life series, God Cares for Us, is designed to prepare the children for their first celebration of the Sacraments of Reconciliation and the Eucharist. Grade 2 Scope and Sequence Scope and Sequence Unit Chapter Theme Scripture God Gives Us Life and Love Children will explain how everything and everyone is a gift from God. They will demonstrate an understanding of Baptism and the Church. 1. God Is the Giver of Gifts We were made like God and given many gifts. Genesis 1:27; 1 Kings 17:7–16; Psalm 40:6, 104:1, 139:14; Mark 16:15; Luke 12:24–29 2. Jesus Is God’s Best Gift God sent Jesus to die and rise in order to give us new life. Matthew 4:18–22; John 3:16; 12:24, 15:5 3. Jesus Lives in His Church Through Baptism, we become members of the Church and share in God’s life. Ephesians 2:19; 1 Peter 2:10; 1 John 3:1 4. God Speaks to Us Baptism is the beginning of a new way of life of service to others. Mark 7:31–37; John 15:5; 1 Peter 2:9 Jesus Calls Us to Give Ourselves in Love Children will demonstrate an understanding of Jesus’ Law of Love. They will explain what the commandments require of them. 5. Jesus Shows Us How to Love God Our Father When we obey God’s commandments and love God with all our hearts, we are happy. Psalm 139; Mark 12:30; John 15:10–11; 1 John 2:3;4:16 6. Jesus Shows Us How to Love Others When we love others as Jesus did, we show our love for God. Matthew 22:39, 25:34–40; Luke 2:42–52; John 15:12; Acts of the Apostles 9:36-43 7. We Give Love to Others We show love when we are kind, respectful, honest, and truthful. 1 John 3:18, 4:16 8. Jesus Calls Us to Live in Love When we love God, we follow Jesus and share his love with others. Psalm 119:18; Matthew 9:9, 22:37; John 13:34 Jesus Gives Us the Gift of Peace Children will be grateful for God’s loving mercy in giving us the gift of the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. They will know how to celebrate this sacrament and express a desire to do so. 9. Our Friend Jesus Forgives Us Jesus is a good friend who forgives us as he forgave Zacchaeus. Luke 7:36–50, 18:10–14, 19:1–10 John 14:2–3,27, 15:14, 15:15, 20:21–23 10.Jesus Leads Us to His Peace After we have sinned, Jesus gives us peace through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Luke 7:50; John 20:21–23; 1 John 1:9 11. The Holy Spirit Helps Us The Holy Spirit helps us examine our consciences and become better people. Matthew 22:37; John 14:16,26, 15:12; Ephesians 3:16; 1 John 4:12–13 12.We Meet Jesus in the Sacrament of Reconciliation Jesus forgives us in the Sacrament of Reconciliation when we confess our sins. Matthew 18:21–22, 19:14; Mark 1:15 13.We Grow as Disciples Through sorrow for sin and penance, we become better friends with Jesus. Psalm 51, 118:1, 138:3; Luke 19:1–10 14.Jesus Calls Us His Friends God’s love brings us healing and forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Psalm 138:7–8; Matthew 4:18–22; Luke 2:42–52,7:36–50,10:38–42, 12:24–29,15:1–7,19:1–10 Jesus Gives Us the Gift of Himself Children will be familiar with the parts of the Mass and be able to participate. They will be prepared to receive their First Holy Communion. 15.Jesus Promised the Gift of Himself Jesus gives himself to us under the appearances of bread and wine. John 6:1–14,35,47,51,17:22–23 16.We Celebrate God’s Love At the Eucharist, we offer Jesus and ourselves to the Father. Exodus 1—14; Psalm 118:1; John 6:51, 13:14–15,34; 1 Corinthians 11:24–25 17. Jesus Invites Us At Mass, God’s family gathers to worship and give thanks. Psalm 100:2; Luke 22:19 18. We Listen and Pray God speaks to us in the Mass readings, and we respond with a prayer of faith and prayers of petition. Psalm 150:6; Matthew 25:35–40; Luke 6:37, 11:28; Ephesians 4:32 19. We Prepare Our Gifts At the Eucharist, we offer ourselves to God and give praise and thanks. John 6:35 20. Jesus Offers Himself At the words of the priest, the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ, who offers himself to the Father. Mark 14:22 21. We Receive the Bread of Life Jesus comes to us in Holy Communion and unites us with himself and with one another. Matthew 8:5–13; John 14:27; 1 Corinthians 10:17 22. We Share God’s Love with Others We live the Mass by loving and serving the Lord and one another. Isaiah 61:1; Mark 14:22–24, 16:15 The Church Celebrates God’s Care Children will demonstrate appreciation for the roles of different members united in the Body of Christ, the Church. 23. We Are One in the Church We who are united in the Body of Christ, the Church, bring others to Jesus. John 10:14,16; 1 Corinthians 12:12,13,27 24. Mary, Mother of the Church, Cares for Us We love and imitate Mary, the Mother of God and our Mother. Luke 1:38,39,49,56,2:51; John 2:1–11; Acts of the Apostles 1:14 25.The Church Celebrates God’s Love The Church’s mission in the world is to show Christ’s love to all. John 6:51; Ephesians 4:15–16 1 2 3 4 5

The children should • come to realize God’s loving care for them, especially through the Sacraments of Reconciliation and the Eucharist. • respond to God’s call to give themselves in loving service to him and to others. Prayer in This Grade • Act of Consecration to Mary • Act of Faith, Hope, and Love (short form) • Glory Be to the Father • Hail Mary • Lord’s Prayer (Our Father) • Meal Prayers • Morning Prayer • Prayer of the Penitent (Act of Contrition) • Prayer to One’s Guardian Angel • Prayer to the Holy Spirit • Sign of the Cross Scope and Sequence Grade 2 CCC References Catholic Social Teaching Themes Words Learned Saints and Holy People* 299, 301, 355–358, 422 Life and Dignity, God’s Creation Trinity, angel Elijah, Saint Bernadette 457, 615–618, 2157 Solidarity grace, Savior, disciple Mary, Saint Joseph, Saint Andrew, Saint Peter, Saint James, Saint John 551–552, 882, 1213, 1234–1243 Family and Community, Solidarity Original Sin, faith, sacrament, bishop, priest Saint Paul, Saint Pius X 102–105, 1503– 1504 Solidarity New Testament, Old Testament, saint Saint John Bosco 1166, 2143–2144, 2173, 2599, 2765 God’s Creation Abba, Ten Commandments, Lord’s Day, commandments Moses, Saint Luke 531, 534, 678, 1823–1827 The Poor and Vulnerable, Family and Community Great Commandment, Temple, obey Mary, Saint Joseph, Tabitha (Dorcas), Saint Matthew 2318–2319, 2401, 2415, 2464 The Poor and Vulnerable respect, honesty, conscience, truthful, trust Saint Catherine of Siena 1430, 2052–2055 Solidarity sacrifice Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Saint Matthew 1422, 1432, 1441– 1442, 1446 Family and Community forgiveness Saint Vincent Ferrer 1423–1424, 1443, 1468, 1486 Family and Community peace, accident, mistake, sin, temptation Saint Martin of Tours 1431–1433, 1454, 1695 Solidarity Holy Spirit, examination of conscience Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Kateri Tekakwitha 1450–1451, 1454–1460 Life and Dignity, Family and Community confession, penance Saint Katharine Drexel 1459–1460, 1465, 1491 Family and Community contrition, absolution, praise King David, Saint Nicholas 1485, 1489–1490, 1496 Family and Community Christian Mary, sister of Martha; Saint Martha 1335–1336, 1359–1361 The Poor and Vulnerable miracle, Holy Communion Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 901, 1164, 1337– 1341, 1368 Family and Community Passover, Israelites, Pharaoh, manna, Last Supper, sacrifice Moses, Saint Tarsicius, Saint Teresa of Ávila 1348 Family and Community usher, extraordinary minister of Holy Communion, music minister, gift bearer, lector, altar server, procession, Entrance, Greeting, Penitential Act, Glory to God, Collect, altar Blessed Miguel Agustín Pro 185–187, 195, 1100– 1103, 1154–1155, 1349 Solidarity, The Poor and Vulnerable Liturgy of the Word, First Reading, Responsorial Psalm, Second Reading, Gospel Acclamation, Gospel Reading, Homily, Creed, Prayer of the Faithful, Evangelists, ambo Saint Mark 1333–1334, 1350– 1352, 1357 Work and Workers Liturgy of the Eucharist, Presentation of the Gifts and the Preparation of the Altar, Prayer over the Offerings, Eucharistic Prayer, Preface, Holy, Holy, Holy Saint Miguel Febres Cordero 1106, 1353–1354, 1361, 1375 Work and Workers, The Poor and Vulnerable Body and Blood of Christ, consecration, Eucharistic Prayer, Consecration, Mystery of Faith, Doxology, and Amen Saint Joseph 1355, 1384–1388 Family and Community unworthy, holy, The Lord’s Prayer, Sign of Peace, Lamb of God, Lord I Am Not Worthy, Communion, Prayer after Communion Saint Julie Billiart 1391, 1394–1397, 1416 Solidarity tabernacle, Blessed Sacrament, Announcements, Greeting and Blessing, Dismissal Saint Martín de Porres 771, 782, 789, 795, 813 Solidarity Body of Christ, deacon, religious sisters and brothers, charity, honesty, fidelity Saint Paul, Saint John Bosco, Saint Lawrence, Saint Theodore Guerin 721–726 Family and Community Mary, Rosary Mary, Saint John Bosco, Saint Philip, Saint James 772–776 Solidarity heaven Saint Charles Lwanga

GRADE 3 The third-grade program of the Christ Our Life series, We Believe, presents the main truths that Catholics believe and express in the Apostles’ Creed. Grade 3 Scope and Sequence Scope and Sequence Unit Chapter Theme Scripture God Calls Us to Faith Children realize that they are called to be one of God’s holy people. They express their desire to live like Jesus. 1. God Calls Us We are called to believe in God and do what God asks. Isaiah 43:1; Psalms 56:10,12,100:3; Leviticus 26:12; Genesis 15:5,17:5,15–16; Ruth 1:16; Mark 16:15 2. God Gives Us Gifts Each of us has unique gifts with which to praise God and serve others. 2 Samuel 23:2–5; Psalm 146:2; Romans 12:6 3. We Are God’s Holy People God calls us to be holy—to know, love, and serve him. Ephesians 1:4; Isaiah 49:6 4. God Called Mary Mary said yes to God. Luke 1:26–38 5. Jesus Calls Us to Follow Jesus called apostles and disciples, and he calls us, to carry on his work. Luke 10:1–2; Acts of the Apostles 9:3–9,17; Psalm 40:8–9; John 13:3 God Is Great and Good Children can name characteristics of God. They respond to God with love and respect and desire to be with God. 6. We Believe in God God our Creator saved the Israelites from slavery to bring them to the Promised Land. Through his Son, Jesus, God saved the world from sin to bring us to himself. Psalm 9:8–9; Isaiah 55:9; Genesis 12:7; Exodus 12:11–13; Luke 1:45 7. God Is Powerful and Loving God shows power and love by sending manna and giving the Law. Exodus 14:13,16,26,15:1,16:4,15,19:4–8; John 6:51,14:15; Psalm 89:2 8. God Is Holy and Great Our holy God is everywhere, especially with us, and knows all things. Exodus 3:4–6,12,14–15,4:12,25:8; Deuteronomy 6:5; Psalm 135:3,139:1,7–12 9. God Is Just and Merciful Our just and merciful God forgives us and asks us to show justice and mercy. Exodus 3:14–15,6:6,8,7:13,14:13,16:15, 19:8,34:6–7; Psalms 100,103:2,8–13, 105:1–3; John 6:51; Ephesians 4:32; 1 John 4:8 God’s Plan Is a Plan of Love Children express appreciation for God’s plan that enables us to belong to the kingdom. They recount some of Jesus’ parables and miracles and explain their meanings. 10.God Created People to Share His Life After the first people disobeyed, God continued to offer his life and love to us through Jesus. Mark 1:14–15; Psalm 8:2,4–9; Romans 5:5; John 3:3,15:14; Luke 18:16–17 11. God Sent His Son, Jesus, to Live Among Us Jesus, the Light of the World, leads us to God. Luke 2:10–14,29–30; John 1:3–4; 8:12 12.Jesus Revealed the Kingdom of God Through miracles and parables, Jesus taught us about the Kingdom of God, which we are called to belong to and spread. Matthew 3:13–17,13:34,44–46,4:30–32 13.Jesus Came to Give Life Jesus cured people and brought them back to life as a sign of the new life he brings us. Mark 1:40–42; Luke 7:13–16,18–22; John 11:25,27,14:12 14.God’s Kingdom Is a Kingdom of Love Jesus taught us to love one another. Matthew 5:7–9,21–24,40–45,7:12; Luke 11:2; Galatians 5:22–23 Jesus Brings Us to the Kingdom of God Children deepen their understanding of Jesus’ Passion, Death, and Resurrection. They demonstrate an effort to be good church members. 15.Jesus Suffered and Died for Us Jesus makes a new covenant and offers himself to save us. Mark 8:34,11:9,14:34–42,15:39; John 13:34,19:30; 1 Corinthians 11:25; Philippians 2:8–11; 1 Peter 2:21 16.Jesus Is Risen We believe that Jesus rose from the dead and will bring us to life everlasting. Luke 24:2–5; John 20:19–22; Revelation 1:17–18,21:3–4 17. Jesus Christ Is Lord and King Jesus ascended to heaven and will come again in glory to judge the world by its love. Psalm 47:4–9; Matthew 25:35–36,40,45, 28:19–20; Luke 12:49; Philippians 2:9–11 18.Jesus Gives the Spirit to the Church The Holy Spirit helps us live and work as members of the kingdom. John 14:16–18; Acts of the Apostles 1:8 19. We Belong to the Kingdom The members of the Communion of Saints are one in Christ. They honor Mary, his mother, as Queen of Heaven and Earth. Acts of the Apostles 1:12–14; Luke 12:35–37; Revelation 22:11–12,20; Ephesians 4:4–6 Jesus Is with Us on Our Way Children understand how Jesus helps us be holy through the Sacraments. They show understanding of the sacraments of Reconciliation and the Eucharist. 20. God Shares the Wondrous Life of Grace Even after sin, God shares divine life with us through the sacraments. Psalms 16:11,42:2; John 3:2–5,16–17, 14:16–18; Acts of the Apostles 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:9–10,12:13 21. The Holy Spirit Lives Within Us The Holy Spirit within us helps us follow Jesus by doing good and avoiding evil. Mark 10:17–18,21; Matthew 22:37–39; 2 Corinthians 3:17–18; John 14:26 22.God Blesses Contrite Hearts God forgives us when we are sorry for our sins. Luke 7:48,50,22:31–34,61–62; Matthew 13:23; 1 John 1:9 23. God Forgives Us We are reconciled to God and the Church in the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. Luke 15:10,11–24; Psalm 103:8,118:1 24.God’s Family Celebrates the Eucharist Jesus is present with us in the Eucharist and speaks to us in the Liturgy of the Word. Psalm 25:1,4,89:2; Jeremiah 33:14; Matthew 7:24–27,13:33; 26:26–28; Luke 21:27–28,24:30; 1 Thessalonians 3:12 25.The Eucharist Is a Gift At Mass, we celebrate Jesus’ offering of himself to the Father and receive him in the Eucharist. Psalm 63:2–9; Matthew 22:37–39; John 6:51,56–58,14:27,15:4–5,17:20–21; 1 Corinthians 10:16–17 1 2 3 4 5

Children should • grow in the power to make decisions in the light of God’s Divine Revelation and the redemptive acts of Jesus. • come to a knowledge and an appreciation of the mysteries of our Catholic faith expressed in the Apostles’ Creed. Prayer in This Grade • Act of Faith, Hope, Love • Come, Holy Spirit • Apostles’ Creed • Rosary • Morning Offering • Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel • Act of Contrition Scope and Sequence Grade 3 CCC References Catholic Social Teaching Themes Words Learned Saints and Holy People* 144–146, 2156–2159, 2653 Family and Community, Solidarity Bible Abraham, Sarah, Ruth, Naomi, Saint Mark 1936–1937 Work and Workers parable, psalm David, Saint Nicholas 823–825, 2013 God’s Creation, The Poor and Vulnerable holy Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Clare of Assisi, Saint Martin of Tours 484, 494, 971 Family and Community Annunciation, Rosary, sacramental Our Lady of Fátima, Saint Philip, Saint James 858–859, 873, 1506 Family and Community Apostle, disciple, synagogue Paul, Peter, Andrew, James, John, Saint Julie Billiart 62, 193–195, 253–255, 1023–1029 God’s Creation, Solidarity Apostles’ Creed, creed, Hebrews, mystery Moses, Saint Ignatius of Loyola 218–221, 1334, 2060–2061 Family and Community, The Poor and Vulnerable, God’s Creation covenant, worship Saint Catherine of Siena 27, 205–209, 300, 2143–2144 Rights and Responsibilities grace Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Saint John Bosco 210–211, 218–219, 1465 The Poor and Vulnerable justice Saint Vincent de Paul, Saint Louise de Marillac, Saint Martín de Porres 356, 374–375, 404– 407, 410, 1996–1999 God’s Creation Scripture, hope, charity, Devil, Redeemer Adam and Eve, Saint Francis of Assisi 48, 422–423, 529, 854, 2199 Family and Community, The Poor and Vulnerable Immaculate Conception, Incarnation Simeon and Anna; Joseph, spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary 535–536, 538–540, 546 The Poor and Vulnerable, Work and Workers Messiah, Divine Revelation, mission, Satan, miracle John the Baptist, Saint Henry 547–549, 2609, 2616 Life and Dignity Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation Saint Blaise 1723–1724, 1889, 2608 Solidarity Sermon on the Mount, Beatitudes Saint Thérèse of Lisieux 559–560, 610–612, 616, 2742 Solidarity Last Supper, Sacrifice of the New Covenant Saint Agnes 638, 651–655, 1010– 1013, 2304 Family and Community Paschal Mystery Saint Patrick 659, 671, 678, 1038, 2447–2449 The Poor and Vulnerable evangelization, witness, Ascension, Lord, Abba Saint Matthew 683, 721–726, 731, 1266 Solidarity Pentecost Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, Saint Luke 954–959, 966, 969 Solidarity Communion of Saints, Purgatory, Assumption Mary, Queen of Heaven; Our Lady of Guadalupe; Saint Teresa of Ávila 27, 404–405, 1024, 1257, 1266, 2566 Life and Dignity sacrament Nicodemus, Saint Louise de Marillac 562, 2003, 2846–2849 The Poor and Vulnerable temptation, personal sin, conscience Saint Dominic Savio, Saint Francis de Sales 588–589, 1429, 1439, 1484 Solidarity contrition, examination of conscience Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 1448–1449, 1468– 1469 penance Saint Philip Neri 610, 1323, 1337–1340, 1349 Solidarity, Life and Dignity Blessed Sacrament, blessing, Liturgy of the Word, Epistles, Lectionary for Mass, Homily Saint Bede the Venerable 1350, 1362–1368, 1396 Family and Community Liturgy of the Eucharist Saint Boniface

GRADE 4 Unit Chapter Theme Scripture We Come to Know God Children will identify that God is revealed in creation, Sacred Scripture, the Church, and most perfectly in his Son. 1. God Reveals Himself to Us Through His Son God reveals himself in many ways but especially through his Son, Jesus. 1 John 3:1; Psalm 104:1–2; John 3:16; John 20:24–29; Mark 16:15 2. God Speaks to Us in Scripture God’s written Word in Scripture reveals his love. 1 John 4:16; Philippians 4:5; Psalm 103:8; Jeremiah 29:12–13; Isaiah 55:11 3. God Speaks to Us Through the Church The pope and bishops guide the Church in following Christ. Matthew 16:13–19; John 21:1–17; Mark 3:14 4. God Offers Us Eternal Life Knowing and loving God leads to eternal life. John 14:2–3; Ephesians 1:18–19; John 17:3–5; 1 John 2:25 God Strengthens Us to Be Holy Children will demonstrate an appreciation for their obligation as Christians to live like Jesus, loving God and others. 5. We Are Called to Follow Jesus Jesus shows us how to love God and others. 1 John 4:15; John 10:10; Matthew 9:18–25; Mark 2:1–12; Matthew 6:14; Matthew 7:12 6. Jesus Invites Us to Receive God’s Mercy God forgives us in the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. John 8:3–11; Psalm 86:5 7. We Worship God We worship God through prayer, most especially the Eucharist, and through service. Hosea 6:6; Matthew 18:20 8. God Gave Us Laws for Living God gave us laws to be happy in this world and in the next. Exodus 14,19; Psalm 119:9–16; Exodus 24:3; Deuteronomy 5:1 9. We Honor Mary Mary shows us how to follow Jesus. Luke 1:26–38; Luke 1:48 We Love God Children will explain how to put God and his will first in their lives, as outlined in the first three commandments. 10.We Show Our Love for God The First Commandment tells us to adore only God, giving him our faith, hope, and love. 1 John 3:18; Psalm 111:1–2; Matthew 6:6; Matthew 7:7; Psalm 106:1; Psalm 66:2; Psalm 51:3; Psalm 122:6; Psalm 104:1;1 Peter 3:15 11. We Love All That Is Holy The Second Commandment tells us to respect God’s name and all that is related to God. Philippians 2:9–11; John 2:13–16; Psalm 138:2; Deuteronomy 6:4–5 12.We Keep the Lord’s Day Holy The Third Commandment tells us to honor the Lord’s Day, Sunday, by participating in the Eucharist, resting and spending time with family, and doing works of charity. Genesis 2:1–3; 1 Corinthians 11:24; 1 Corinthians 10:31 13.We Grow in Holiness We must not only hear God’s Word, but we must also live it. Mark 4:3–9; Mark 4:14–20; Matthew 5:16 We Love God’s People Children will understand how the last seven commandments guide us to love our neighbors and ourselves. They will develop reverence for life and for the gifts of the earth. 14.We Honor and Obey The Fourth Commandment tells us to respect our parents and other people in authority. 1 John 4:11; Mark 12:13–17; 1 Peter 4:10 15.We Respect the Gift of Life The Fifth Commandment tells us to honor and respect all human life because it is sacred and all people have human dignity. Psalm 139:14; Luke 10:29–37; Galatians 6:2 16.We Are Faithful to Ourselves and Others The Sixth and Ninth Commandments tell us to be true to ourselves and to others. Genesis 1:27; Ruth 1:1–16,2:4–12, 4:9–10,13–14,17; Sirach 6:15; 1 Corinthians 6:14–20; Colossians 3:17; Psalm 139:1–6;2 Timothy 1:7 17. We Respect What God Has Given Us The Seventh and Tenth Commandments tell us to respect others’ things and be generous and satisfied with what we have. Ephesians 4:28; Luke 6:31; Luke 12:16–21; Luke 12:15 18. We Respect the Gifts of the Earth We are to use the gifts of the earth carefully and make sure all people have access to them. Genesis 1:31; Luke 16:19–31; Matthew 25:14–40; 2 Corinthians 9:6–7; Hebrews 13:16; John 6:1–15; Psalm 34:2–5 19. We Speak the Truth with Love The Eighth Commandment tells us to speak the truth and keep promises and secrets. Matthew 5:37; John 18:33–37; 1 Corinthians 13:1–6; Ephesians 4:15; Ephesians 4:25 20. We Live God’s Laws We show our commitment to God and others by following his laws. 1 Corinthians 9:24–25; Psalm 19:8 Jesus Leads Us to Happiness Children will describe that Jesus gave us the Beatitudes as a guide to true happiness both in this life and in the eternal life to come. 21. God’s People Put Their Trust in Him Jesus teaches us to be satisfied with having what we need and sharing what we have. John 14:6; Matthew 5:3–10; Psalm 119:2; Matthew 25:35 22. God’s People Act with Compassion and Humility Jesus teaches us to comfort those who suffer and live gently and humbly. Matthew 5:4; Matthew 26:39; Luke 19:41–44; Matthew 5:5; Isaiah 41:10 23. God’s People Long to Be Clean of Heart and Holy Jesus teaches us to be clean of heart and hunger and thirst for holiness. Matthew 5:8; Philippians 4:8; Matthew 5:6; Luke 1:38; Psalm 34:11; Peter 1:8 24.God’s People Bring Mercy and Peace to Others Jesus tells us to show mercy and work for peace. Matthew 5:7; Luke 6:27–36; Matthew 5:9; Luke 6:36 25.God’s People Are Blessed Jesus teaches us to do the Father’s will no matter how difficult. Matthew 5:10; Mark 8:34–35; Philippians 4:4–7; 2 Corinthians 9:6–7; Revelation 22:4–14; Psalm 47; Acts of the Apostles 4:20 1 2 4 5 The fourth-grade program of the Christ Our Life series, God Guides Us, focuses on the Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes as guides for living. 3 Grade 4 Scope and Sequence Scope and Sequence

CCC References Catholic Social Teaching Themes Words Learned Saints and Holy People* 65, 151–152, 293–294, 457–458 The Poor and Vulnerable Incarnation, faith Saint Joan of Arc 102–104, 131–133 Family and Community Scripture, salvation, prophet, Gospel Saint John Bosco 552, 880–885 Family and Community, The Poor and Vulnerable, Solidarity Church, grace Saint Peter, Saint Andrew 160–163, 871–873, 2611 soul, heaven Saint Catherine of Siena 1882–1885, 1889, 2447 The Poor and Vulnerable, Solidarity prayer, Lord’s Prayer Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque 1448–1449, 1451, 1456, 1459, 1468–1469 Solidarity conscience, mortal sin, venial sin Saint Peter Claver 1366–1368, 2099–2100, 2659–2660 Family and Community worship, sacrifice Saint Matthew 2055–2063, 2072 The Poor and Vulnerable Ten Commandments, covenant Saint Thérèse of Lisieux 148, 484–485, 488, 494 Family and Community Angelus Mary, Mother of God; Saint Francis of Assisi 946–948, 971, 2096, 2629–2643 Family and Community, Solidarity adore, saint Saint Teresa of Avila 1667–1670, 2142–2155 Life and Dignity blasphemy, sacramental Saint Martha 2168–2188 Work and Workers Lord’s Day, precepts of the Church Saint Luke 102–103, 108, 131–133, 546 Life and Dignity parable Saint Isaac Jogues 2197–2200, 2215–2217, 2238–2240 Life and Dignity, Rights and Responsibilities obedience, virtue Saint Helena 2258, 2262, 2288, 2447 Rights and Responsibilities, Life and Dignity, Solidarity sacred, human dignity Saint Peter Claver, Saint Bonaventure 1265, 2201–2203, 2334, 2335, 2347, 2518, 2519 Life and Dignity modesty, faithful Saint Monica 2401–2409, 2536–2540 Rights and Responsibilities, Family and Community, The Poor and Vulnerable envy, justice Dorothy Day, Saint Cecilia 2402–2405, 2407, 2415, 2443–2444 God’s Creation, The Poor and Vulnerable, Solidarity witness Blessed Carlo Acutis, Saint Miguel Febres Cordero 2464–2468, 2475–2492 Family and Community martyr Saint Thomas More, Saint Gertrude 2070–2074 Life and Dignity, Family and Community Great Commandment Saint Irenaeus 1716, 1724, 2544–2547 Solidarity, The Poor and Vulnerable, God’s Creation Beatitudes, Sermon on the Mount Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Rose of Lima 164, 1521, 1820, 2262 Solidarity Stations of the Cross Saint Francis de Sales, Saint Thomas Aquinas 1821, 2013, 2518–2519, 2543 Life and Dignity Immaculate Conception, righteousness Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, Saint Julie Billiart 2304–2306, 2317, 2447 Life and Dignity, The Poor and Vulnerable corporal works of mercy, spiritual works of mercy, peace Saint Frances Cabrini, Saint John Paul II, Saint Polycarp 1716–1719, 1808–1809 prudence, justice, fortitude, temperance Saint Joan of Arc, Saint Ignatius of Loyola Children should • grow in understanding and appreciation of God’s call to eternal life and his ever-present and loving guidance. • choose to live the Commandments in the spirit of the Beatitudes. Prayer in This Grade • Acts of Faith, Hope, Love • Act of Contrition • Prayer to the Holy Spirit • Stations of the Cross • Angelus • Hail, Holy Queen • Morning Offering • Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel • Prayer for Vocations Scope and Sequence Grade 4

GRADE 5 Unit Chapter Theme Scripture We Worship God as Catholic Christians Children will be able to identify basic characteristics of Christian worship and articulate worship’s importance for our life of faith. They will be able to identify the Sacraments of Initiation and explain their significance. 1. We Are a Worshiping People We worship God through prayer, service, and personal sacrifice as Jesus did. Deuteronomy 6:4–9; Psalm 95:1–6; Revelation 15:3–4; Psalm 57:12; Mark 16:15 2. Jesus Calls Us to Worship We worship with Jesus by imitating his life of prayer, loving service, and sacrifice. Mark 1:35–39; Mark 8:22–26; Psalm 66:4 3. Baptism Welcomes Us into the Christian Community Baptism gives us a share in God’s life and makes us members of the Church. John 1:35–42; John 3:5; Acts of the Apostles 2:38 4. Confirmation Seals Us with the Gift of the Holy Spirit In Confirmation, we celebrate the Holy Spirit within us and renew our baptismal commitment to witness to Jesus. Acts of the Apostles 1:6–8; Acts of the Apostles 2:1–41; John 14:26 5. The Eucharist Is the Center of Christian Life In the Eucharist, Jesus offers himself to the Father and gives himself to us under the appearances of bread and wine. Psalm 145; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26; John 6:51 6. Unit 1 Review We are called to worship through prayer and loving service. Psalm 139:1–5; John 6:33,35, 54–56; Colossians 3:16 We Celebrate the Eucharist Children will be prepared for active participation in the Eucharist. They will become more familiar with the Mass. Children will have a deeper love for the brothers and sisters with whom they are united in the Eucharist. 7. We Come Together to Celebrate The Eucharist, a thanksgiving celebration, begins with praise and the Penitential Act. Luke 22:19; Matthew 5:23–24; Mark 1:15 8. We Listen to God’s Word In the Liturgy of the Word, God speaks to us, and we respond. Mark 1:32–34; Luke 11:28; Luke 17:4; Mark 4:37–40; Mark 8:34–36; Psalm 141:8 9. We Praise and Thank God In the Eucharist, bread and wine are transformed into the Body and Blood of Christ, and we offer ourselves with Jesus to the Father. Psalm 116:12–17; Luke 22:14–20; John 6:35 10.We Receive Holy Communion Jesus comes to us in Holy Communion and unites us to himself and to one another. Psalm 75:2; Matthew 8:8; Matthew 26:26 11. We Are Sent to Glorify the Lord We go from Mass empowered and sent to bring the love of Jesus to the world. John 13:1–15; Matthew 28:19–20; Luke 24:44–53; Matthew 25:31–46; 2 Thessalonians 2:14–15 12.Unit 2 Review The Eucharist animates us in the Christian spirit to become witnesses to the world. John 6:3–13; John 6:34–35; John 13:34–35 We Celebrate God’s Healing Love Children will demonstrate an understanding of God’s grace and reconciling love, incarnate in Jesus and continuing through his Church in the Sacraments of Healing. 13.God’s Healing Love Conscience helps us exercise our freedom to choose what is good. 1 Peter 1:18–19; Ephesians 4:32; Luke 5:17–26; Psalm 30:3 14.Jesus Heals Us in the Sacrament of Reconciliation Jesus forgives us in the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation when we are sorry for our sins. Luke 19:1–10; John 20:22–23; Ezekiel 11:19; Isaiah 1:18; 2 Corinthians 5:18 15.A Gift of Strength Through the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, Jesus can heal us in body and soul. Isaiah 12:2; Mark 10:46–52; James 5:14–15; Mark 14:36; Mark 5:34 16.Unit 3 Review We celebrate God’s love in the Sacraments of Healing. Mark 5:21–43; Jeremiah 33:6 We Follow Special Ways to Holiness Children will learn how to grow in holiness and discover the vocations to which God may be calling them. They will identify how God calls his people to serve the Church in various ways through the Sacraments at the Service of Communion. 17. God Calls Us to Be Holy God calls us to holiness through different states of life. John 15:16; 1 Samuel 3:1–10; Philippians 3:12–14; Galatians 5:22–23; Matthew 19:29 18. Christian Marriage Leads to Family Holiness Through the Sacrament of Matrimony, couples help each other be holy and establish a family. Ephesians 3:14–15 19. Holy Orders Is a Sacrament of Service Through the Sacrament of Holy Orders, bishops, priests, and deacons are called to minister in the name of Christ and the Church. Mark 16:15; John 20:21 20. Unit 4 Review God calls us to holiness through living out our vocations. Matthew 13:33; 1 Samuel 3:10; Matthew 4:18–20; Luke 1:26–38; John 14:15; Luke 8:38–39; Acts of the Apostles 1:6–9; 2 Timothy 1:9 We Worship God by Living in Love Children will be able to explain what is required by the Fifth through Tenth Commandments, and they will apply those teachings to their own lives. They will grow in respect for themselves and others and will understand the need for justice and selfsacrificing love. 21. Life Is Precious Life is a precious gift from God that must be cherished and protected. John 13:35; Psalm 23; Luke 23:33–34; John 10:10–11; John 6:1–15; 1 John 3:18 22. Christians Are Faithful in Love God gives us the gift of sexual relationships only within marriage and wants married people to be faithful to each other. Jeremiah 31:3; Matthew 5:8; 1 Corinthians 3:16; Acts of the Apostles 5:32 23. Christians Respect What Belongs to Others Christians are obliged to promote justice by respecting the property of others and by sharing their own possessions. Luke 12:16–21; Luke 16:19–31; Matthew 25:40 24.Christians Speak the Truth with Love Truth and kind words build up the Christian community. 1 Corinthians 3:9; 1 Corinthians 13:4–6; John 14:6; Ephesians 4:32; Galatians 5:22–23 25.Unit 5 Review Christians are called to show love and respect to everyone. John 13:34–35; Luke 16:19–31; Matthew 6:19–21; Ephesians 4:32; Matthew 25:31–46; Ephesians 4:1–3 1 2 3 4 5 The fifth-grade program of the Christ Our Life series, We Worship, focuses on the sacraments, especially the Eucharist, the center of Christian life. Grade 5 Scope and Sequence Scope and Sequence

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