GCSE Getting Started - Edexcel · Web view2.7 Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice,

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Specification A

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GCSE Religious Studies Specification A – Mapping to Catholic Directory

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Section in Pearson GCSE Religious Studies Specification A (Draft 2 – Jan 2016)

• the Church’s teaching about God as One and Trinity: its biblical roots, the formation of credal statements and their implications for the Christian life

Section 1: Beliefs and teachings 1.1The Trinity: the nature of the Trinity as expressed in the Nicene Creed; the oneness of God and the Father, Son and Holy Spirit; how this is reflected in worship and belief in the life of a Catholic today.1.2Biblical understandings of God as a Trinity of Persons: including reference to the baptism of Jesus and historical development of the doctrine of the Trinity including reference to the First Council of Nicaea and the First Council of Constantinople.

• the Church’s teaching about God’s power and Providence in creation and the problem of evil

Section 1: Beliefs and teachings 1.3Creation: the biblical account of Creation including Genesis 1-2 and how it may be understood in different ways; the significance of the Creation account for Catholics in understanding the nature and characteristics of God especially as Creator, benevolent, omnipotent and eternal.

• the Church’s teaching about faith (e.g. gift, virtue) and the place of reason in the search for God

Section 1: Beliefs and teachings 1.3The significance of the Creation account for Catholics in understanding the nature and characteristics of God especially as Creator, benevolent, omnipotent and eternal.

• the human experience of faith, faithfulness and the challenge of Section 2: PracticesPrayer as the ‘raising of hearts and minds to God’: the nature of



commitment

and examples of the different types of prayer; the Lord’s Prayer including Matt 6: 9-13, set (formulaic) prayers and informal (extempore) prayer; when each type might be used and why; the importance of having different types of worship

• the sources of strength and weakness, unity and conflict in the pupils themselves, in society and in the Church

Section 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.8Sources of personal and ethical decision-making: The example and teaching of Jesus as the authoritative source for moral teaching. Jesus as fulfilment of the Law including (Matthew 5:17. Natural law; virtue and the primacy of conscience; the implications of these sources of authority for Christians today.

• the Church’s teaching on inspiration and the formation of the canon of Scripture

Section 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.2Interpretation of the Bible: Catholic interpretation of the Bible and understanding of the meaning of inspiration. Alternative interpretations of the authority of the Bible: the literal word of God, the revealed word of God and as source of guidance and teaching; the implications of this for Catholics today.

• the variety of biblical translations and aspects of the history and practice of the Church’s use of scripture

Section 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.1 The Bible: The development and structure of the Bible as the revealed word of God: : the origins, structure and different literary forms of the Bible: Old Testament: law, history, prophets, writings; and New Testament: gospels, letters.3.2Interpretation of the Bible: Catholic interpretation of the Bible and understanding of the meaning of inspiration. Alternative interpretations of the authority of the Bible: the literal word of God, the revealed word of God and as source of guidance and teaching; the implications of this for Catholics today.

Section 3: Sources of wisdom and authority



• the literary forms which influence teaching and learning about faith 3.1 The Bible: The development and structure of the Bible as the revealed word of God: the origins, structure and different literary forms of the Bible: Old Testament: law, history, prophets, writings; and New Testament: gospels, letters.3.2Interpretation of the Bible: Catholic interpretation of the Bible and understanding of the meaning of inspiration. Alternative interpretations of the authority of the Bible: the literal word of God, the revealed word of God and as source of guidance and teaching; the implications of this for Catholics today.

• the Church’s teaching and faith in Jesus Christ: as fulfilment of the Old Testament; as proclaimed and witnessed to in the New Testament; as proclaimed and witnessed to in the life of the Church which looks forward to and prepares for his coming in glory

Section 1: Beliefs and teachings 1.5The Incarnation: Jesus as incarnate Son, the divine Word including John 1, both fully God and fully human; the scriptural origins of this belief and its importance for Catholics today.

• the names and titles given to and used by Jesus of himselfSection 1: Beliefs and teachings 1.5The Incarnation: Jesus as incarnate Son, the divine Word including John 1, both fully God and fully human; the scriptural origins of this belief and its importance for Catholics today

• the Church’s teaching on the Holy Spirit in the life of the Church and the individual Christian

Section 1: Beliefs and teachings 1.3The Trinity: the nature of the Trinity as expressed in the Nicene Creed; the oneness of God and the Father, Son and Holy Spirit; how this is reflected in worship and belief in the life of a Catholic today.1.4Biblical understandings of God as a Trinity of Persons: including reference to the baptism of Jesus and historical development of the doctrine of the Trinity including reference to the First Council of Nicaea and the First Council of Constantinople.

• the Church’s teaching on respect for the work of the Holy Spirit in all people

Section 1: Beliefs and teachings 1.5The Trinity: the nature of the Trinity as expressed in the Nicene Creed; the oneness of God and the Father, Son and Holy Spirit;



how this is reflected in worship and belief in the life of a Catholic today.



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• the key symbols used by the Church in Scripture and TraditionSection 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.5The Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God: the nature of the Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God including Romans 12:5; why they are important for Catholics today.3.6The four marks of the Church: The nature of the Church as one, holy, catholic and apostolic; why they are important for Catholics today

• the significance of these symbols as expressions of faithSection 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.5The Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God: the nature of the Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God including Romans 12:5; why they are important for Catholics today.3.6The four marks of the Church: The nature of the Church as one, holy, catholic and apostolic; why they are important for Catholics today

• the implications of these symbols for the Church’s role and influence in society

Section 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.5The Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God: the nature of the Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God including Romans 12:5; why they are important for Catholics today.3.6The four marks of the Church: The nature of the Church as one,



holy, catholic and apostolic; why they are important for Catholics today

• the Church as the holy People of God, the communion of saintsSection 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.5The Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God: the nature of the Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God including Romans 12:5; why they are important for Catholics today.

• Jesus’ ministry as a prophetic sign, especially evidence of struggle and conflict

Section 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.8Sources of personal and ethical decision-making: The example and teaching of Jesus as the authoritative source for moral teaching. Jesus as fulfilment of the Law including (Matthew 5:17. Natural law; virtue and the primacy of conscience; the implications of these sources of authority for Christians today.

• the Church as a ‘sign of contradiction’ (e.g. speaking out on contemporary issues of justice)

Section 2: Practices2.7Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice, peace and reconciliation (including Laudato Si). How these teachings might be reflected in the lives of individual Catholics, the work of one Catholic agency in the UK, and one Catholic agency worldwide such as Cafod, Caritas and Missio.

• the role of Mary as model of faith and charity for todaySection 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.7Mary as a model of the Church: The importance of Mary as a model of the Church - joined with Christ in the work of salvation, as a model of discipleship and as a model of faith and charity including Luke 1:38; the implications of this teaching for Catholics.

• the opportunities and challenges presented by active membership of the Church

Section 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.5The Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God: the nature of the Church as the Body of Christ and the People of God



including Romans 12:5; why they are important for Catholics today.3.6The four marks of the Church: The nature of the Church as one, holy, catholic and apostolic; why they are important for Catholics today

• Church life - in family, parochial and diocesan situations both locally and internationally

Section 2: Practices2.7Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice, peace and reconciliation including Laudato Si. How these teachings might be reflected in the lives of individual Catholics, the work of one Catholic agency in the UK, and one Catholic agency worldwide such as Cafod, Caritas and Missio.

• the development of the teaching authority of the ChurchSection 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.3The magisterium of the Church: the meaning, function and importance of the magisterium both conciliar and pontifical. The magisterium as the living teaching office of the Church and authentic interpreter of the affirmations of Scripture and Tradition, and why they are important for Catholics today.

• the Church’s mission to proclaim the GospelSection 2: Practices2.8Catholic mission and evangelism: the history and purpose of missionary and evangelical work; what the Church and individual Catholics do locally, nationally and globally, and how this fulfils the commission of Jesus and teachings of the Church including Evangeli Gaudium.

• the global spread of the Church at key points of history and mission (e.g. key figures, in developing countries)

Section 2: Practices2.8Catholic mission and evangelism: the history and purpose of missionary and evangelical work; what the Church and individual Catholics do locally, nationally and globally, and how this fulfils the commission of Jesus and teachings of the Church including Evangeli Gaudium.

• relations with other Churches and Ecclesial Communities, the Jewish faith and other religions

Section 2: Practices2.8Catholic mission and evangelism: the history and purpose of



missionary and evangelical work; what the Church and individual Catholics do locally, nationally and globally, and how this fulfils the commission of Jesus and teachings of the Church including Evangeli Gaudium.



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• worship as an expression of faith in God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit Section 2: Practices2.2Liturgical worship within Catholic Christianity: the Mass including its structure; the Eucharist as the ‘source and summit of Christian life; why liturgical worship is used; the practices and meaning of the activities.

• the cycle of the liturgical year as an expression of the Church’s faith Section 2: Practices2.2Liturgical worship within Catholic Christianity: the Mass including its structure; the Eucharist as the ‘source and summit of Christian life; why liturgical worship is used; the practices and meaning of the activities.

• some historical aspects and major developments in the Church’s celebration of liturgy

Section 2: Practices2.2Liturgical worship within Catholic Christianity: the Mass including its structure; the Eucharist as the ‘source and summit of Christian life; why liturgical worship is used; the practices and meaning of the activities.

• the sacraments which unite Christians and some of the differences between Churches and rites (e.g. Baptism in the Catholic, Orthodox, Anglican and Free Churches)

Section 2: Practices2.1The sacramental nature of reality: how the whole of creation manifests the presence of God; the meaning and effects of each of the seven sacraments; the practice and symbolism of each sacrament; how sacraments communicate the grace of God.

• universal signs and symbols which become a means of communication between cultures and other religions

Section 4: Forms of Expression and Ways of LifeThe purpose and use of symbolism and imagery in religious art: the Cross, crucifix, fish, ChiRho, dove including CCC 701, eagle, Alpha and Omega, symbols of the four evangelists. The way this



symbolism is used to express belief, and how they may be used in Church and other settings.

• signs and symbols of Baptism and their significance in ScriptureSection 2: Practices2.1The sacramental nature of reality: how the whole of creation manifests the presence of God; the meaning and effects of each of the seven sacraments; the practice and symbolism of each sacrament; how sacraments communicate the grace of God.

• the significance of Confirmation for Christian life in different Christian traditions


• the significance of the Passover and the Last Supper in the Institution of the Eucharist


• the presence of Christ in the Eucharist in Word, priest, people, bread and wine


• the different names of the Sacrament of Reconciliation and their significance




• the Church’s teaching on forgiveness

Section 2: Practices2.1The sacramental nature of reality: how the whole of creation manifests the presence of God; the meaning and effects of each of the seven sacraments; the practice and symbolism of each sacrament; how sacraments communicate the grace of God.2.7Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice, peace and reconciliation including Laudato Si. How these teachings might be reflected in the lives of individual Catholics, the work of one Catholic agency in the UK, and one Catholic agency worldwide such as Cafod, Caritas and Missio.

• reconciliation as a human value for all community lifeSection 2: Practices2.7Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice, peace and reconciliation including Laudato Si. How these teachings might be reflected in the lives of individual Catholics, the work of one Catholic agency in the UK, and one Catholic agency worldwide such as Cafod, Caritas and Missio.

• the Church’s use and the significance of the names ‘Anointing of the Sick’ and ‘Viaticum’


• how the Church’s teaching about illness and suffering has and can inform attitudes to life and death

Section 2: Practices2.1The sacramental nature of reality: how the whole of creation manifests the presence of God; the meaning and effects of each of the seven sacraments; the practice and symbolism of each sacrament; how sacraments communicate the grace of God.Section 1: Beliefs and teachings 1.7The significance of the life, death, resurrection and ascension of



Jesus for Catholic beliefs about salvation and grace and the implications of these events for Catholic practice today

• the universal vocation to holinessSection 2: Practices2.1The sacramental nature of reality: how the whole of creation manifests the presence of God; the meaning and effects of each of the seven sacraments; the practice and symbolism of each sacrament; how sacraments communicate the grace of God.

• the witness offered in the Church and in society by Christian marriage and the Domestic Church


• the witness offered in the Church and in society by the priesthoodSection 2: Practices2.1The sacramental nature of reality: how the whole of creation manifests the presence of God; the meaning and effects of each of the seven sacraments; the practice and symbolism of each sacrament; how sacraments communicate the grace of God.

• the nature and qualities of worship and prayerSection 2: Practices2.4Prayer as the ‘raising of hearts and minds to God’: the nature of and examples of the different types of prayer; the Lord’s Prayer including Matt 6: 9-13, set (formulaic) prayers and informal (extempore) prayer; when each type might be used and why; the importance of having different types of worship

• the role of the Holy Spirit in prayerSection 2: Practices2.4



Prayer as the ‘raising of hearts and minds to God’: the nature of and examples of the different types of prayer; the Lord’s Prayer including Matt 6: 9-13, set (formulaic) prayers and informal (extempore) prayer; when each type might be used and why; the importance of having different types of worship

• the relationship between prayer, places of prayer and forms of liturgySection 2: Practices2.2Liturgical worship within Catholic Christianity: the Mass including its structure; the Eucharist as the ‘source and summit of Christian life; why liturgical worship is used; the practices and meaning of the activities. 2.5Non-liturgical worship: The nature of the Rosary, Eucharistic adoration and Stations of the Cross; how each of these might be used and why; the importance of having different types of worship.

• the Lord’s Prayer as a summary of Christian lifeSection 2: Practices2.4Prayer as the ‘raising of hearts and minds to God’: the nature of and examples of the different types of prayer; the Lord’s Prayer including Matt 6: 9-13, set (formulaic) prayers and informal (extempore) prayer; when each type might be used and why; the importance of having different types of worship



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• the Church’s understanding of the relationship between God - Father, Son and Holy Spirit - and human persons

Section 1: Beliefs and teachings1.1The Trinity: the nature of the Trinity as expressed in the Nicene Creed; the oneness of God and the Father, Son and Holy Spirit; how this is reflected in worship and belief in the life of a Catholic today.

• the reality of evil and sin in human life, and the interpretation of the origin of evil in Jewish and Christian teaching

Section 3: Sources of Wisdom and Authority3.8Sources of personal and ethical decision-making: The example and teaching of Jesus as the authoritative source for moral teaching. Jesus as fulfilment of the Law including Matthew 5:17. Natural law; virtue and the primacy of conscience; the implications of these sources of authority for Christians today.

• the Gospel portrayal of Jesus as MessiahSection 1: Beliefs and teachings1.5The Incarnation: Jesus as incarnate Son, the divine Word including John 1, both fully God and fully human; the scriptural origins of this belief and its importance for Catholics today.1.6The events in the Paschal Mystery: the life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus; the redemptive efficacy of these events; Catholic teachings about these events.



• the Church’s teaching on the freedom and formation of conscience


• signs of the influence of Christian values in social situationsSection 2: Practices2.7Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice, peace and reconciliation including Laudato Si. How these teachings might be reflected in the lives of individual Catholics, the work of one Catholic agency in the UK, and one Catholic agency worldwide such as Cafod, Caritas and Missio.

• ways in which Christian values might influence situations of conflict and injustice

Section 2: Practices2.7Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice, peace and reconciliation (including Laudato Si). How these teachings might be reflected in the lives of individual Catholics, the work of one Catholic agency in the UK, and one Catholic agency worldwide such as Cafod, Caritas and Missio.

• the meaning of the Gospel ‘option for the poor’Section 2: Practices2.7Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice, peace and reconciliation (including Laudato Si). How these teachings might be reflected in the lives of individual Catholics, the work of one Catholic agency in the UK, and one Catholic agency worldwide such as Cafod, Caritas and Missio.



• the role of law in human society


• aspects of the relationship between love and law in the history of salvation

Section 1: Beliefs and Teachings1.6The events in the Paschal Mystery: the life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus; the redemptive efficacy of these events; Catholic teachings about these events. Section 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.3Interpretation of the Bible: Catholic interpretation of the Bible and understanding of the meaning of inspiration. Alternative interpretations of the authority of the Bible: the literal word of God, the revealed word of God and as source of guidance and teaching; the implications of this for Catholics today.

• natural law, relationships and marriageSection 2: Practices2.1The sacramental nature of reality: how the whole of creation manifests the presence of God; the meaning and effects of each of the seven sacraments; the practice and symbolism of each sacrament; how sacraments communicate the grace of God.

• choices that turn out to be destructiveSection 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.8Sources of personal and ethical decision-making: The example and teaching of Jesus as the authoritative source for moral teaching. Jesus as fulfilment of the Law including Matthew 5:17. Natural law; virtue and the primacy of conscience; the implications of these sources of authority for Christians today.The Incarnation: Jesus as incarnate Son, the divine Word including



• the Gospel portrayal of Jesus as law-giver and judge John 1, both fully God and fully human; the scriptural origins of this belief and its importance for Catholics today.

• law and authority in the life of the ChurchSection 3: Sources of wisdom and authority3.3The magisterium of the Church: the meaning, function and importance of the magisterium both conciliar and pontifical. The magisterium as the living teaching office of the Church and authentic interpreter of the affirmations of Scripture and Tradition, and why they are important for Catholics today.

• the evidence of sinfulness and resurrection in human lifeSection 1: Beliefs and Teachings1.8Catholic beliefs about eschatology: life after death; the nature of resurrection, judgement, heaven, hell and purgatory; how they are shown in the Bible, and why they are important for Catholics today.

• unity and disunity among peopleSection 2: Practices2.8Catholic mission and evangelism: the history and purpose of missionary and evangelical work; what the Church and individual Catholics do locally, nationally and globally, and how this fulfils the commission of Jesus and teachings of the Church including Evangeli Gaudium.

• the Church’s understanding of its role as the sign and source of reconciliation and unity


• the Church’s teaching about and work for justice, unity and peace;

Section 2: Practices2.7Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice,



peace and reconciliation including Laudato Si. How these teachings might be reflected in the lives of individual Catholics, the work of one Catholic agency in the UK, and one Catholic agency worldwide such as Cafod, Caritas and Missio.

• attitudes and values regarding community life in other religions;Section 2: Practices2.8Catholic mission and evangelism: the history and purpose of missionary and evangelical work; what the Church and individual Catholics do locally, nationally and globally, and how this fulfils the commission of Jesus and teachings of the Church including Evangeli Gaudium.

• The relationship of the Decalogue in the Old Testament and Jesus’ ‘New Commandment’;

Section 1: Beliefs and Teachings1.6The events in the Paschal Mystery: the life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus; the redemptive efficacy of these events; Catholic teachings about these events.

• the relationship between ‘commandment’ and ‘response’;


• the application of individual commandments for personal, Church, social and global living




• social and moral implications of loving neighbours as oneself.



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GCSE Getting Started - Edexcel · Web view2.7 Catholic Social Teaching: how Catholic Social Teaching reflects the teaching to show love of neighbour; Catholic teaching on justice,