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Faith Summary Read aloud this section. Ask children to name things that grow. Remind them to thank God for all his gifts during Ordinary Time.
2 Connect Words I Learned Read aloud each term. Ask children to suggest words or phrases that clarify the meaning of each term. Review each term in the Glossary if necessary. If you are using the Word Tree option from page 7, refer to the word tree.
Faith Summary
Living My Faith
1 Begin
Ordinary Time is a time to be grateful for all of God’s gifts.
Words I Learned creation liturgical year Ordinary Time
Ways of Being Like Jesus Jesus loves God’s creation. Take care of people, plants, and animals.
Prayer Dear Jesus, thank you for helping me to love all of God’s gifts.
Ways of Being Like Jesus Have a volunteer read aloud this section. Say: Tell the person sitting next to
With My Family
you about a time you were like Jesus in this way.
Activity When you go to Mass during Ordinary Time, look around your church. Find examples of things described on page 29.
Prayer Ask children to close their eyes, fold their hands, and pray silently as you pray aloud. Allow time for silent reflection. Conclude by praying together the Sign of the Cross.
With My Family Read aloud the three suggestions in this section. Invite children to choose one or more to complete at home.
3 Go in Peace Collect materials and return them to the appropriate places. Encourage children to discuss the With My Family section at home. Say: Next time we meet, be ready to tell me ways you’ve been more like Jesus. I know I will be so proud of you!
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Faith on the Go Ask one another: What gifts did God bless me with? Family Prayer Invite your family to use Ordinary Time to grow in faith together. Make a prayer jar for special prayers or requests. 30
UNIT 1 • God, Our Creator and Father
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Unit Assessment Option If you wish, photocopy the Unit Assessment on pages T-282–T-284. Administer the assessment during the session or send it home.
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