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Moses and Passover

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Start with Israelite becoming slaves, Moses is born

Isrealites to be free

Moses and Passover

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We will read about how Moses warned the Egyptians of God’s will to free the Hebrew Slaves. There were 10 Plagues that tormented the Egyptians.

We will learn about the Passover. The Lamb is the sacrifice for the Passover meal. The Passover meal allows the Jewish Hebrews to be free.

Jesus celebrated the last supper during the Feast of the Passover. We call Jesus the “Lamb of God.” Is Jesus the sacrifice for our sins? Does Jesus allow us to be free? Free from what?

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During Mass we celebrate the Eucharist. The unleavened bread that is offered up. In the Mass there are many prayers and ceremonies that are from the Jewish Passover meal .

“Eucharist”

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More about the Passover (parents): New Advent Catholic Encyclopedia “Pasch or Passover”

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In class we will look at some Jewish Passover customs, games, Seder plate and Kiddush Cup-
Contrast the first “Passover Covenant” and the “Renewed Covenant” we celebrate at Mass.

Very Good Resource: Passover Seder for Catholics

Letter to Parents

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Welcome to Religious Education with  Mrs. McGinnis!

Our website’s address is www.gettysburghope.com/ccd4/  I will post the readings, worksheets, video clips and other assignments. 

Emilie McGinnis

Mrs. McGinnis have been teaching CCD for 15 years. Most of that time I was teaching 4th grade. We have a lot of fun and we are able to work together to reinforce the teaching points.

We try to incorporate the church year holy days and seasons into our curriculum so I will use bible readings and reflections. I am very pleased to share our faith with your children. We look forward to a wonderful year.

Mrs. McGinnis Email address is: emilie@gettysburghope.com

“I am a mother of five –my children’s ages range from 24-34 and 3 grand children ages 1-4. I am married to Jim McGinnis. I have a couple jobs outside of motherhood. I am a nightshift Respiratory Therapist at Gettysburg Hospital. Other times, you may find me at my computer updating websites or building something like a chicken coop. I love teaching my students about our faith and hope to impart a love for God. I pray that you and your families stay well -May the peace of Christ be with you!” – Mrs. Emilie McGinnis