RESPOND
Respond
Faith Summary Ask a volunteer to read aloud this section. Ask children how they can grow during Ordinary Time by celebrating the sacraments. (Possible answers: Receive Communion. Go to Reconciliation.)
2 Connect
Faith Summary
Living My Faith
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Word I Learned Ask children to suggest words or phrases that clarify the meaning of the word sacraments. If necessary, review the word in the Glossary.
Ordinary Time is the part of the Church calendar that falls outside of the four liturgical seasons during which we celebrate the mystery of Christ in very special and particular ways. We use this time to help us grow by participating regularly in the celebration of the sacraments and using sacramentals so that we can live the way Jesus wants us to live.
Word I Learned sacraments
Ways of Being Like Jesus Jesus loved to spend time with children. Always have a smile and a kind word to say to younger children who look up to you.
Prayer Dear God, thank you for the opportunity to grow in my faith during Ordinary Time. Help me to hear and follow your words
Ways of Being Like Jesus Read this section aloud. Invite children to work with partners to discuss times when they were like Jesus in this way.
in my daily life.
With My Family Activity When you go to church during Ordinary Time,
Prayer
look for examples of the sacramentals described in this session. Talk about what you see.
Ask children to close their eyes, fold their hands, and pray silently as you pray aloud. Allow a few seconds for silent reflection. Pray Amen and the Sign of the Cross together.
Faith on the Go Ask one another: Why are the sacraments so important? Family Prayer Use Ordinary Time to invite family members to grow by praying at bedtime for someone who did a kindness for them that day.
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With My Family Ask children to read silently 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: During Ordinary Time this year, tell me some of the ways you’ve found to grow closer to Jesus through reading Scripture. I’m sure you will have some great things to share!
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UNIT 1 • God, Our Creator and Father
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Get Ready for Session 6 Consult the catechist preparation pages to prepare for Session 6 and determine any materials you will need.
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