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Childhood and Baptism of Christ

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Presentation of Jesus in the temple  8 days after his birth. That is when His name was given. There he was greeted by Simeon and Anna.

Luke 2:21-38.

Simeon and Anna Puzzle

After the wise men left, Herod was searching for the Christ child. Mary , Joseph and Jesus flee to Egypt until Herod died…for he wanted the “Baby King” dead.

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Return to Nazareth and going to the Passover feast in Jerusalem when Jesus was 12 years old.

 

Luke 2:40-52

Jesus is grown up now.  John the Baptist(Jesus’s Cousin) is out baptizing people in the Jordon River.  Jesus is baptized.

Mark 1:1-13

Review Baptism in Christ: Chapter 6 pp. 78, 80-81

http://www.bemydisciples.com/grades/2/chapters/10

Baptism in our Church:


We visit the Baptismal Font in the Sanctuary
The Pascal candle and the Sacramental Chrism oils are store in the Ambry—
(the special glass cabinet on the wall).


Holy Water (Symbol of the Holy Spirit)is kept on the left and poured over the catechumenate (person to be baptized) into the basin on the right. The center drain leads right to the ground so the holy water will not be dumped into the septic. The baptized person receives a Candle–“Receive the Light of Christ” and puts on a White Garment–“Putting on Christ”

Confirmation in the Spirit. Our Baptismal vows are strengthened. Chapter 10 pp.120-124

If we have time we will reenact a baptism in the church

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People we know:

Baptism of David McGinnis

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Life of Jesus:

Jesus spends 40 day in the desert after his baptism.

Luke 4:1-15

Baptism of Jesus Crossword.

Homeschool assignments- Our Church, Eucharist, Baptism

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January 6 Epiphany and our Church Sanctuary

Blest Are We Chapter 18 p 203-211 “The Eucharist”

In this chapter it talks about “Gathered as One in Christ” especially through the Mass. We meet in the church building as an assembly to unite with God-

As a class, we went to the church as looked at the nativity, talked about the wise men coming from other countries.  We had a few students share prayer in languages they speak at home… German, Vietnamese and French. The 3 wise men (3 kings) were some of the first people to worship Jesus. They were from different countries and didn’t speak the Hebrew language.  God opened salvation to all peoples not just the Jewish people!

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candlesWe had a prayer service for the Epiphany and lit a candle for our intentions (friends and family who may be sick, grieving or rejoicing) We stood in front of the altar near the Tabernacle, Baptism font, and the Ambry (Blest Are We p.120)

Baptism in our Church:


We visit the Baptismal Font in the Sanctuary
The Pascal candle and the Sacramental Chrism oils are store in the Ambry—
(the special glass cabinet on the wall).


Holy Water (Symbol of the Holy Spirit)is kept on the left and poured over the catechumenate (person to be baptized) into the basin on the right. The center drain leads right to the ground so the holy water will not be dumped into the septic. The baptized person receives a Candle–“Receive the Light of Christ” and puts on a White Garment–“Putting on Christ”

January 13 we will be talking about Baptism of Christ

Gospel Lk 3:15-16, 21-22

The people were filled with expectation,
and all were asking in their hearts
whether John might be the Christ.
John answered them all, saying,
“I am baptizing you with water,
but one mightier than I is coming.
I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals.
He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.”After all the people had been baptized
and Jesus also had been baptized and was praying,
heaven was opened and the Holy Spirit descended upon him
in bodily form like a dove.
And a voice came from heaven,
“You are my beloved Son;
with you I am well pleased.”

Blest Are We Chapter 6 pp. 78-85 “Baptism”

http://www.bemydisciples.com/grades/2/chapters/10

Epiphany and our Church

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Happy Epiphany! The Three kings visit Baby Jesus. Visit the Manger scene in the church.wisemenThe Gifts of the Kings Puzzle

Visit our church… We saw the Stations of the Cross, the Tabernacle,the Sanctuary Lamp, the Baptismal Font and the Holy Oils: (Oil of Catechumens which is used to bless and strengthen those preparing for baptism; the Oil of the Sick with which the priest brings Jesus’ strength and healing to those who are joined with the suffering Christ in serious illness; and the Sacred Chrism which is used in celebrating the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders)  We looked behind the sanctuary at the vesting room, at the altar stone under the altar cloth and inside the confessionals.

Craft:

Inside the Church

Inside Church instructions

Card for our Prayer partners at St. Emma’s

Watch “Mary of Nazareth” DVD

Birth of Christ

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Advent Wreath lighting of the 3rd and 4th candle and Bless our Nativity:

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Bring our gifts to the manger:

(As a CCD Class, we will bring whatever we have collected but anyone can donate to this cause.)

GIFTS TO THE MANGER

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Our Parish will dedicate the GIFTS TO THE MANGER program to benefit the Carlisle Family Life Center (previously called Birthright). What better Joy than to have your family and children bring a gift to the Baby Jesus in the Manger that will go to a needy family who has gifted a new life into our world. Please consider purchasing one, or several, of these items and placing them in the Manger located inside the
front of the church on Marsh Drive or in the baskets at the prayer railing of the Shrine Church. This drive will take place during the season of Advent and continue through Christmas day. Thank you for your generosity.
Similac Formula (powdered), Girl’s Clothing in sizes 0 to 6 months, Diaper Wipes, Pacifiers or Teethers, Baby Toys & Board Books, Crib Sheets, Receiving Blankets, Crib Blankets (30-inch X 30-inch), Hooded Towels & Washcloths, Small to Medium Diaper Bags, Toiletries – shampoo, soap, lotion.

baby-jesusBLESS THE BABY JESUS

Weekend Mass: December 19/20
Parishioners are all asked to bring to one of the Masses on this weekend their statue of the Baby Jesus that is to be placed in their family Nativity crèche. At the end of Mass the priest will extend a blessing over the images of the Infant Christ Child as a sign of Christ’s central place in our homes.

 

Quiz on Prayers: 

Joseph was searching for a place to stay in Bethlehem…
WE LOOK FORWARD TO THE BIRTH OF CHRIST!

Matthew ch.1. NT: Luke Ch. 1, 2. Birth of John the Baptist, Birth of Christ, Christmas
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2nd Week of Advent, Trinity, Annunciation

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Advent Wreath lighting of the 2nd candle

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Annunication

Christmas

page 245 “Blest Are We”

  1. Time to remember: Jesus is the promised Savior, He is the Light of the World!
    We remember Jesus in the Christmas candles and Christmas lights.

    • God promised a savior from the Family of King David, (the Old Testament). David was from Bethlehem. Read the Story of David from “Bible Stories” by Sister Anna Louise
  2. Time to believe: Jesus is the third person in the Trinity and he is God’s Son!
  3. Time to celebrate: Holy Birthday Party!

We are making Christmas Cards for our Prayer Partners: The Nuns at St. Emma’s Monastery

Photos: http://www.stemma.org/main/photos/

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Annunciation

We watched part of the movie “The Nativity.” I think it gave a visual idea of what it really was like for Joseph and Mary. I narrated the movie as it progressed so that the students could put the events from the bible into context. Luke Ch. 1, 2. http://www.usccb.org/bible/luke/1

Bring our gifts to the manger:

(As a CCD Class, we will bring whatever we have collected but anyone can donate to this cause. If you would like to donate a baby item in place of a Christmas gift to your CCD teacher, we would be honored.)

5859hGIFTS TO THE MANGER

Saint Ignatius of Loyola Military Ministry
Our Parish will dedicate the GIFTS TO THE MANGER program to benefit the Carlisle Family Life Center (previously called Birthright). What better Joy than to have your family and children bring a gift to the Baby Jesus in the Manger that will go to a needy family who has gifted a new life into our world. Please consider purchasing one, or several, of these items and placing them in the Manger located inside the
front of the church on Marsh Drive or in the baskets at the prayer railing of the Shrine Church. This drive will take place during the season of Advent and continue through Christmas day. Thank you for your generosity.
Similac Formula (powdered), Girl’s Clothing in sizes 0 to 6 months, Diaper Wipes, Pacifiers or Teethers, Baby Toys & Board Books, Crib Sheets, Receiving Blankets, Crib Blankets (30-inch X 30-inch), Hooded Towels & Washcloths, Small to Medium Diaper Bags, Toiletries – shampoo, soap, lotion.
Away in the Manger – Christmas carol (You Tube)

Hark! the Herald Angels Sing – Christmas carol (You Tube) 

Sacrament of Penance and Advent

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We will have Sacrament of Penance/Confessions today.

http://www.hickorytown.com/ccd4/PDF/Order-of-Confession.pdf

Advent CCD Penance Service Advent wreath & prayer,

**Sunday, December 6, Children giving to Children: All Masses: Bring a wrapped gift (with a tag indicating what it is) to give to another child that is in need.

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Online_Advent_Tree idea for home.

Advent  page 244 in “Blest Are We”
Advent—a celebration of the three comings of Christ:

1. History – Birth of Jesus 2007 years ago.

2. Present – Mystery-

a. In our families, in our church, in our teachers, etc.
b. In Sacraments through the Holy Spirit: Eucharist, Reconciliation, Baptism, Confirmation, Anointing of the Sick, Matrimony and Holy Orders

3. Future—Majesty- The second coming at the end of time as a King

(referenced in the Book of Revelations)
Jesus’ comings in history, mystery, and majesty!

 

10 Comandments and Reconciliation

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Next week Nov. 25, we do not have class for Thanksgiving.  Dec. 2 is the Penance service. We will go over the procedure for the confessions and Act of Contrition.

Reconciliation

“Blest are We” grade 4 chapter 14 pp.163-166, 168- 169

Because there is sin in the world, we live on earth and someday we will die. But God provides us a way to save ourselves/our souls. In the Old Testament, they sacrificed an animal or food on an altar for a person’s sins. In the New Testament, Jesus is our sacrifice on the cross. We also offer the ”sacrifice of the Mass” for the forgiveness of sins.

An Examination of Conscience for Children

by Fr. Edward Filardi, Gaithersburg, Maryland

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Order of Confession and Act of Contrition: “Blest are We” grade 4 chapter 14 p. 269

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Below is a quiz.  If you highlight “click with the mouse” the space after the “-” the answers will be revealed.

1. What is Sin?

– offense against or failure to love God and our neighbor

2. What is the meaning of word CONVERSION?

– Turning one’s life around, away from sin and back to Christ

3. Which sacrament celebrates our renewed conversion?
– The sacrament of penance or reconciliation
4. What is penance?

– An action to help us make up for the harm done by our sin

5. What are the three traditional practices of Lent?

– Prayer, fasting, and alms-giving; since Vatican II, study of our faith and of the word of God is also stressed

6. What is prayer?

– Raising one’s mind and heart to God

7. In whose name should we offer our prayers?

– Jesus

8. What can we abstain from other than meat?

– Sinful thoughts, words, and actions

9. What are alms?

– Money given to the poor

10. What do we call the charitable actions by which we help others?

– Works of mercy

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Quiz on Sacraments of Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick:  http://www.bemydisciples.com/grades/3/chapters/12

Moses and the Ten Commandments

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The Ten Commandments

 

Deuteronomy 5:6-21
  1. I am the Lord your God, You shall not have other gods besides me.
  2. You shall not take the God’s Name in Vain
  3. Remember to keep Holy the Sabbath Day
  4. Honor your father and mother
  5. You shall not kill
  6. You shall not commit adultery
  7. You shall not Steal
  8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor
  9. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife
  10. You shall not covet anything that belongs to your neighbor.

Work Sheets:

Other Gods

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Ten-Commandments List

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TenCommandments-Knowing the Rules

 

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Moses and The Israelites

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All Saints day The Communion of Saints

  • Saints are those people whose love for God is stronger than their love for anyone or anything else.
  • The Church is the Communion of Saints.
  • The Church is the Body of Christ.

The Communion of Saints Quiz: http://www.bemydisciples.com/grades/3/chapters/8

Act of Contrition: page 14

My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against you whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In his name, my God, have mercy.

Biblical Maps

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Moses and the Plagues

Moses was instructed by God to go to Pharaoh to free the Jewish(Hebrew) people. Moses had to convince Pharaoh to “Let His People Go!”

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.
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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?

passover-jesus1600During 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 .

DSC06480“Blest are We” grade 4 page 263 bottom of page: “Eucharist”

More about the Passover (parents): New Advent Catholic Encyclopedia “Pasch or Passover”Passover-matzah-kiddush-cupsederIn class we will look at some Jewish Passover customs, games, Seder plate and Kiddush Cup-platepassover1
Contrast the first “Passover Covenant” and the “Renewed Covenant” we celebrate at Mass.

Very Good Resource: Passover Seder for Catholics

Scenes from Moses’ Life:

“Prince of Egypt” by DreamWorks

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Israelites as Slaves in Egypt

Moses' mother saves Moses life by hiding in a basket and floating him downstream.

Moses’ mother saves Moses life by hiding in a basket and floating him downstream.

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God speaks to Moses through the Burning Bush

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One of the plagues on Egypt is the Hail of Fire

The Last Plague was the Passover. They are saved by the Blood of the Lamb

The Last Plague was the Passover. They are saved by the Blood of the Lamb

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God leads Moses and the Israelites out of Egypt by a pillar of fire at night

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Parting of the Red Sea

We cut out the prayers on the handouts “Our Prayers”(below) and pasted them to the inside covers of our books and folders.  We will refer to them often.

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Rosary and Remembering the Dead

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Day of the Dead (Mexico)

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We talked about the Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) a Mexican Celebration of all the souls that died. We set up an “altar” with a statue of Mary, flowers, and pictures of loved ones that have passed. We did the prayer service below and each student remembered someone from his or her family that has died.

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Handout for Halloween, All Saints and All Souls Days:

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We will do a living Rosary with third grade.  We said the Glorious Mysteries. We explained what each of the Glorious Mysteries meant.  The explanation of the Rosary is on page 15 of the “Blest are We” grade 4.  This month (October) is the month of the Rosary.
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