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Saint Dominic GraDe 4, Unit 3, session 11 Catechist Guide page 65

Faith Focus: Saint Dominic provides an 1

CateChist DireCtions

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A R T P R I N T 11

m a t e r i a l s

� Saint Dominic Art Print

� Children’s Book page 239

example for how to follow Jesus.

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� Retell facts about Dominic’s life.

� Explain how Dominic followed Jesus’

After completing page 65 in the Children’s Book,

display the Art Print.

Briefly introduce and discuss the artwork, using

information from About the Artist and Artifacts.

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10–30 minutes

example.

� Explain that the Dominicans continue

to proclaim the Gospel to others.

Ask: What can we tell about Saint Dominic based on this image? (Possible

answers: He was a holy person. He was a member of a religious community.)

Explain that Dominic’s hair has been tonsured. Say: This hairstyle was

historically worn by priests and monks as a symbol of their vocation,

similar to the special collar they wear today. This was one way for priests

and monks to show that they were Jesus’ followers. Ask: How can we

show others that we are Jesus’ followers? (Possible answers: practice the

Beatitudes, follow Jesus’ new commandment, go to Mass)

Invite children to reflect on the artwork and to pray a silent prayer asking

Jesus for the strength to preach his Good News to others.

About the Artist Pedro Berruguete, a

Spanish painter, was born around a d 1450.

As a result of the early training he received,

there is evidence of Flemish and Italian

influences in his work. Berruguete spent

most of his life in Spain and Italy, working

primarily on panel paintings and frescoes.

Art historians classify Berruguete as a

transitional figure because he bridged the

span between Gothic and Renaissance art.

Art•i•facts Saint Dominic of Guzman

is filled with religious imagery. The halo

around Saint Dominic’s head signifies that

he is a holy person. The black and white

clothing he is wearing is representative

of the habit traditionally worn by

Dominicans, the religious community he

founded. His staff is topped with a cross,

a traditional symbol of Christianity. The

lilies symbolize the purity and truth of

Christianity’s religious teachings.

2 Connect

Have children turn to page 239 in their books. Read aloud the introduction

and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud Saint Dominic.

Ask: How are we welcomed into the Church? (through the Sacraments of

Initiation) To whom can we look for examples of how to follow Jesus? (the

saints) What did Dominic believe was one of the best ways to help others

grow in faith? (by sharing the Good News in both word and action) Explain

that people share the Good News through both word and action when they

tell others about Jesus and follow his example. What religious community

did Dominic found? (Order of Preachers, Dominicans) What did many of the

early members of the Dominicans do? (travel from city to city to preach the

Good News) Explain that members of the Dominican community continue

to preach the Gospel through various ministries including education and

EXPLORE

For your convenience, the Children’s Book page is reproduced below. parish work.

Read aloud A Good Example. Give children time to complete the activity.

ART PRINT Name Date If TIme Allows

Art Print 11 is an image of Saint Dominic, who has given us an example of

how to follow Jesus. Who in your life has helped you follow Jesus?

Saint Dominic We welcomed into the Church, the Body of

Christ, through the Sacraments of Initiation.

As members of this Body, look to the

saints for examples of how to follow Jesus.

Saint Dominic is such saint.

Dominic, who born in Spain in 1170,

believed that of the best ways to help others

grow in faith by sharing the Good News through

both word and action.

He became preacher and founded religious community called

the Order of Preachers. Many early members of this community, often

called Dominicans, traveled from city to city to preach the Good News.

They depended the kindness of others for food and shelter.

Before he died in 1221, Dominic had established houses of his

religious order in Spain, France, and Italy. The priests, religious

brothers and sisters, and laity who make up the Order of Preachers

continue to preach the Gospel today.

A Good Example

Write way that you follow Jesus’ example by helping others

grow in their faith.

If time allows, complete one or more of the activities below.

Expression: Music Open Your Ears Play a song about listening to God’s Word such as

“Open Your Ears, O Faithful People” [Finding God Grade 4 CD 2, Track 5].

As the song plays, ask children to reflect on how the words of the song help

people understand the Good News. After listening, have small groups work

together to write another verse for the song. Have groups sing their new

verses for one another.

time: 20–30 minutes materials: CD player, song about listening to God’s Word such as “Open Your Ears, O Faithful People” [Finding God Grade 4 CD 2, Track 5]

Expression: Art Studio Following Jesus in Word and Action Give pairs of children time to

brainstorm ways to follow Jesus’ example. Distribute art supplies. Then ask

children to draw pictures of themselves following Jesus in word and action.

Encourage children to include a caption that explains what they are doing.

Display children’s finished work.

time: 30–45 minutes materials: art supplies

Expression: Using Imagination in Prayer Dominic’s Example for All Give children time to reflect on the Art

Print. Ask children to imagine that they are with Saint Dominic and his

companions as they travel from city to city, preaching the Good News.

Ask: What do you hear in your travels? What do you see? What do you do

to teach others about Jesus? After giving children time to pray, say: Take a

moment to pray a silent prayer thanking God for the opportunity to share

the Good News with others.

time: 10 minutes materials: none

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Holy Apostles GraDe 4, Unit 3, session 12 Catechist Guide page 71

Faith Focus: After Judas Iscariot betrayed


1 Begin

A R T P R I N T 12

m a t e r i a l s

� Holy Apostles Art Print


Jesus, the apostles chose Matthias to be his

replacement.

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� Explain why the apostles believed Justus





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10–30 minutes

and Matthias were worthy replacements for

Judas Iscariot.

� Retell the story of how Matthias was chosen

to replace Judas Iscariot as the 12th apostle.

� Identify the religious symbolism of the

number 12.

� Define cast lots

Ask: Whom do you see in this image? (the 12 apostles) Point out the

differences between each apostle. Say: While each apostle was different,

Jesus chose each of them to work together to carry out his mission. Each of

us is different, yet Jesus has called each of us to work together as members

of the Church to carry out his mission in the world today.


God to help them remain faithful members of the Church.

About the Artist Manolis Grigoreas,

a self-taught artist, was born in Poraeus,

Greece, in 1952. His work has been

exhibited in Athens and Thessaloniki,

Greece, and London, England. Grigoreas

is known for using colored pencils and

India ink on millboard—a thick paper that

contains cotton fibers—in his pieces. In

2006, Grigoreas opened his own gallery in

Monemvassia, Greece.

Art•i•facts Holy Apostles portrays the

12 apostles. Grigoreas took care to depict

each apostle distinctively, representing

the diversity among them. The mediums

used in this piece include colored pencils

and India ink, which is a dark ink formed

by combining soot, water, and a binding

agent such as gelatin or shellac. The Greek

text in the image names each apostle.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud A New Apostle.

Ask: Who were the Church’s early leaders? (Jesus’ apostles) Which apostle

betrayed Jesus? (Judas Iscariot) What did the remaining apostles decide to

do after Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus? (choose a replacement for him) Why

did the remaining apostles believe that Justus and Matthias were suitable

candidates to replace Judas? (They both believed that Jesus had risen from

the dead and returned to God the Father.) Explain the importance of faith in

being a good disciple. Ask: What did the apostles do after praying for

guidance? (They cast lots.) Say: When the apostles cast lots, they threw

stones onto the ground. The way the stones landed determined the

outcome of the apostles’ decision. Ask: Who was chosen as the

replacement for Judas Iscariot? (Matthias)

Read aloud Choose a Candidate. Give children time to complete the activity.

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For your convenience, the Children’s Book page is reproduced below.

Name Date

Art Print 12 is an image of Jesus’ followers, the twelve apostles.

How do you follow Jesus in your words and actions?

A New Apostle Jesus’ twelve apostles were the Church’s early

leaders. Before Jesus was crucified, he was

betrayed by Judas Iscariot, one of the

apostles. The remaining apostles decided to

choose a replacement for Judas.

Justus and Matthias had been Jesus’ close followers.

They believed, as did the apostles, that Jesus had

risen from the dead and returned to God the

Father. The apostles thought that one of these

two men should become Judas’s

replacement, but they did not know which one to choose.

After praying for guidance, the apostles cast lots.

This allowed them to let God direct the outcome of

their decision. In the end, Matthias was chosen as the

new apostle.

adapted from Acts of the Apostles 1:21–26

Matthias

Choose a Candidate

Write the qualities characteristics you would look for when choosing

apostle.

Did You Know?

The apostles believed that the number 12 was important; they thought of themselves as carrying on the tradition of the 12 tribes

of Israel. These Jewish tribes, or extended families, were descendants of Abraham and Sarah, who represented the People of God. As Jesus’ followers, the apostles believed they were carrying on this tradition as the new People of God.


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12 is important? (There were 12 tribes of Israel; the apostles

thought of themselves as carrying on this tradition.) Say: As

members of the Church, we also carry on Jesus’ work as the

People of God.

If TIme Allows


Expression: Movement

Choosing an Apostle Retell the story of the apostles

choosing Matthias as Judas Iscariot’s replacement. Have

children stand. Then read aloud each line and pantomime

the suggested action. Invite children to repeat the line and

the action after you.

Judas is gone. Whom will we choose? [shrug shoulders]

With Justus and Matthias, we just can’t lose. [nod and look side to side]

Think about each man and then pray. [fold hands

in prayer] Let’s cast lots to know who will stay. [pantomime

casting lots] God will direct the outcome. [look upward]

Matthias is chosen as the one. [applaud]

time: 5–10 minutes materials: none

Expression: Art Studio

Jesus’ Disciples Invite children to think about someone they know who

carries on Jesus’ work in the world today. After distributing art supplies, ask

children to draw a picture of that person doing something to carry on Jesus’

work. When children have finished, invite volunteers to share their drawings

and to explain how the person they drew is following Jesus’ example.

time: 30 minutes materials: art supplies


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The Prodigal Son

A R T P R I N T 13

GraDe 4, Unit 3, session 13 Catechist Guide page 77

Faith Focus: Jesus teaches us about God’s

forgiveness through the parable of the

forgiving father.

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� Retell the parable of the forgiving father.


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m a t e r i a l s

� The Prodigal Son Art Print


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10–30 minutes

� Explain what the parable of the forgiving

father teaches about God’s forgiveness.

About the Artist Marc Chagall was

born near the city of Vitebsk in what is

now Belarus and what was then part of

the Russian Empire. As an adult, Chagall

lived in Russia, the United States, and

France. Chagall can be described as a

Russian-French artist, a Jewish artist, and

a pioneer of modernism. He is unique

in that his works include a wide array of

artistic mediums. His work decorates

the Opera House in Paris, the New York

Metropolitan Opera, the United Nations

building, and the Vatican. He is one of the

few artists whose work was exhibited at

the Louvre in their lifetime.

Art•i•facts In 1973, when Chagall was

living in France, the Russian government

invited him to visit Russia. Chagall painted

The Prodigal Son after this visit. It is an

autobiographical image of his return

to Vitebsk, the town in which he spent

his childhood. Some have interpreted

the painting to represent the themes of

returning home, love, and welcoming.

Ask: What do you see in this image? (two men embracing, a woman carrying

flowers, townspeople, the sun) What might the townspeople be thinking

and saying to one another as they observe the two men hugging? (Possible

answer: They are happy to see the son return home.) How do you feel when

you see this image? (Accept reasonable responses.)

Invite children to reflect on the artwork and to pray a silent prayer thanking

God for his never-ending love and forgiveness.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud The Forgiving

Father. Ask: Why did Jesus tell this story? (to teach us about God’s forgiveness)

Say: When the younger son asked for his share of what he will inherit, he

asked his father to give him what he will receive from his father’s belongings

when his father dies. Ask: How did the father respond to this request? (He

was hurt, but he agreed to do what his son asked.) What did the younger son

do after he left home? (He traveled to a distant country and spent his money

freely.) What did the son decide to do after the famine struck? (return home)

How did the father respond to his son’s homecoming? (He embraced his son.

He gave him fine clothes. He celebrated with a great feast.) How is God like

the father in this parable? (God is always ready to welcome us.) How are we

sometimes like the son? (We sometimes choose to turn away from God.)

Say: Even when we do something to hurt God, he still loves us and wants

us to return to him.

EXPLORE

For your convenience, the Children’s Book page is reproduced below. Read aloud A Lesson Learned. Complete the activity as a group. Ask

volunteers to explain why the other two sentences are not correct.

ART PRINT Name Date If TIme Allows

Art Print 13 is an illustration of the parable of the forgiving father. How

does it feel to know that God is always ready to offer his love and forgiveness?

The Forgiving Father Jesus taught us about God’s forgiveness by telling a story of a

man who had two sons. One day the younger son said to his

father, “Give me my share of what I will inherit.” The father was

hurt, but he agreed to divide his property between the sons.

Then the younger son left home. His father was sad to see him

go, but the son did not care. He wanted to be on his own so that

he could have a good time. He traveled to a distant country and

spent his money freely. Just as he ran out of money, a famine

struck.

The son eventually found a job tending pigs. He had so little to

eat that he would have been glad to have some of the pigs’ food.

Finally, he came to his senses and decided to return home. He knew

that he had treated his father badly, and he wondered if his father

would forgive him.

When his father saw him approaching, he embraced him. The

son said, “Father, I have sinned against Heaven and against you. I

no longer deserve to be called your son.”

The father, however, was so happy that his son returned that he

gave him fine clothes and celebrated with a great feast. He said,

“This son of mine was dead, and has come to life again; he was

lost, and has been found.”

adapted from Luke 15:11–24

A Lesson Learned

Circle the number of the sentence below that bes

expresses the lesson of this parable.

1. Do not spend your money freely.

2. Even if turn away from God, he will forgive 13


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Expression: Movement Act Out the Parable Ask small groups to work together to

prepare and present dramatizations of the parable of the

forgiving father. Encourage children to focus on the father’s

acceptance of the prodigal son. Children may wish to use

props or simple costumes in their dramatizations.

Conclude the activity by saying: Remember what this

parable teaches us about God: He loves us and is

always ready to welcome us.

time: 30–45 minutes materials: props and costumes


God Forgives After distributing art supplies, invite children to make their

own illustrations of the parable of the forgiving father. After children have

finished, invite volunteers to share their illustrations.


Expression: Using Imagination in Prayer Welcome Back Give children time to reflect on the Art Print. Then say:

Imagine that you are one of the townspeople watching the father embrace

his son. Ask: What are you thinking? How do you feel? Say: Imagine that

you are the son being welcomed back by your father. Ask: How do you feel?

Say: Imagine that you are the father. Ask: How do you feel as you welcome

your son back home? After giving children time to pray, conclude by

inviting them to exchange with one another a sign of peace.


3. Never ask for inheritance.


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The Virgin GraDe 4, Unit 3, session 14 Catechist Guide page 83

Faith Focus: We are all children of Mary, the


1 Begin

A R T P R I N T 14

m a t e r i a l s

� The Virgin Art Print


Mother of the Church.

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� Explain why we call Mary the Mother of

the Church.





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10–30 minutes

� State that Mary now lives in Heaven

and shares in the glory of Christ’s

Resurrection.

� Explain the Marian symbolism of the

violet, lily of the valley, and hawthorn.

About the Artist Joseph Stella was

born near Naples, Italy, in 1877. He

moved to the United States when he

was 18. As a young man, he planned

to follow in his brother’s footsteps by

becoming a physician. Stella, however,

soon discovered that his true passion

was the arts. He first worked as an

illustrator, and then became known for

his paintings. During much of his career,

Stella focused on themes central to the

Futurist movement. He was not, however,

exclusively dedicated to this style. His

works also include Surrealist paintings.

Art•i•facts n The Virgin Stella painted

Mary as if she were in a garden filled with

flowers and fruits that symbolize the

meaning of who she is. Lilies of the valley

symbolize her purity and purple violets

symbolize her humility. The red rose

reminds us of the sorrow Mary felt when

witnessing Jesus’ Death. Pomegranates,

as we see across the top of the painting,

are often used in Christian art. This fruit

is filled with bright red juice and many

seeds. Many works show Jesus holding

an open pomegranate, the visible seeds

symbolizing Jesus’ Death and Resurrection.

Ask: What do you see in this image? (Mary, birds, flowers, fruit) Explain that

flowers and fruit often serve as symbols in art. Say: Mary is an important

role model for us. When she said yes to God and agreed to become Jesus’

mother, she chose to help build up God’s kingdom. When we follow her

example by saying yes to God, we also help build up God’s kingdom.


God for giving us Mary as an example of how to follow him.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud Mary, Mother of

the Church. Ask: What did Jesus tell Mary and his beloved disciple, John,

as he was dying on the cross? (to treat each other as mother and son) Say:

When Jesus said this, Mary become the Mother of the Church. Ask: Where

does Mary now live? (in Heaven) What does she want for us? (She wants

us to be united in the Communion of Saints through our union with Christ.)

Explain that the Communion of Saints is the community of all those who

have been saved in Jesus Christ. Say: When we proclaim our belief in Jesus,

we are united with all those who belong to the Communion of Saints.

Read aloud Mary’s Flowers. Say: modesty means “to speak and act in

an appropriate manner.” Ask: Why is this word a good description of

Mary? (Possible answer: Rather than doing what she wanted, Mary chose to

follow God’s plan.) Say: Humility is also a virtue. It is the opposite of being

arrogant or proud. Mary is such an important role model for us that we

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Name Date

Art Print 14 is an image of Mary. What can you do to follow Mary’s example

of love and service?

Mary, Mother of the Church Jesus loved his mother Mary, the first disciple, very much. When he

dying the cross he told her and his beloved disciple, John, to

treat each other mother and This meant that Mary became the

Mother of the Church. We all her children. Mary lives in

Heaven, sharing in the glory of Jesus’ Resurrection. She want to be

united in the Communion of Saints through union with Christ.

Mary’s Flowers

The flowers below have special meanings associated with Mary. The

violet, known Our Lady’s Modesty, is associated with her humility.

Lily of the valley, known Mary’s Tears, is reminder of her

at Jesus’ Death. The hawthorn is referred to Mary’s flower of May.

Violet Lily of the Valley Hawthorn

Match each flower to quality of Mary’s to vent in her life.

traditionally devote the entire month of May to honoring her. Ask: What

can we do to honor Mary? (Possible answers: pray to her, follow her example)

Give children time to complete the activity. Ask children which flowers

they have seen in their community.

If TIme Allows


Expression: Music Praise Mary in Song Distribute hymnals that include well-known Marian

hymns, such as “Hail Mary, Gentle Woman,” “Immaculate Mary,” or “Sing

of Mary.” Have small groups work together to list on a sheet of paper what

the songs teach us about Mary. After giving children time to work, write

on the board a collective list of what children suggest. Then sing one of the

songs together.

time: 10–15 minutes materials: hymnals with well-known Marian hymns such as “Hail Mary, Gentle Woman,” “Immaculate Mary,” or “Sing of Mary”

Expression: Art Studio Service Bouquet After distributing art supplies, invite each child to make

two or three paper flowers. Have children write on each flower something

they can do to follow Mary’s example. Gather the completed flowers into

a vase and use them to decorate your prayer center. Encourage children

to complete the actions they wrote on their flowers. Conclude by praying

together the Hail Mary.

time: 20–30 minutes materials: art supplies, construction paper

Expression: Using Imagination in Prayer

A Prayer for Mary Give children time to reflect on the Art Print. Invite

children to pray a silent prayer to Mary, honoring her for being the Mother 1. violet

2. lily of the valley

3. hawthorn

. Celebrate Mary during the month of May.

b. Mary humble in her role Jesus’ mother.

. Mary’s Son, Jesus, crucified.

of the Church. Encourage children to ask God for the strength to follow

Mary’s example.



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Adoration of the Magi

A R T P R I N T 15


Faith Focus: The feast days

that are part of the Christmas

season help us joyfully celebrate

Jesus’ birth.

OutcOmes

� Name the feast days we

celebrate during the


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Ask: What do you see in this image? (Jesus, Mary,

Joseph, the Magi, a crowd of people) What are the Magi

m a t e r i a l s

� Adoration of the Magi Art Print


� Refrain of “O Come, All Ye Faithful”

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10–30 minutes

Christmas season.

� Explain how each feast day

helps us celebrate Jesus’ birth.

� State that we can show our

praise by offering Jesus our

gift of love.

About the Artist Jean-Hippolyte

Flandrin was born in France in the

19th century. He, along with his two

brothers, was interested in the arts from

a young age. All three siblings eventually

became painters. Flandrin first studied in

Lyon, France, and later in Rome, Italy. He

received many commissions as a result

of the fame he gained from the works

he produced while living in Italy. Today

Flandrin is known for his religious images,

which can still be seen in churches

throughout France.

Art•i•facts Adoration of the Magi, oil on

card, was completed in 1857. The subject

is the Magi’s visit to the baby Jesus.

This event traditionally is celebrated

on January 6. In the current liturgical

calendar for the United States, this feast

is celebrated on the Sunday between

January 2 and January 8. The Feast of the

Epiphany commemorates the visit of the

Magi, who traveled from afar to bring the

baby Jesus valuable gifts.

doing? (bowing down before Jesus) Why are they doing this? (to show Jesus

their praise and adoration) What is one of the Magi offering to Jesus? (a gift)

Why did the Magi bring gifts to Jesus? (Possible answer: to show Jesus their

devotion) What gift might you have brought if you were going to visit the

baby Jesus? Why would you bring that gift? (Accept reasonable responses.)


God for the gift of his Son, Jesus. After giving children time to pray, sing

the refrain of “O Come, All Ye Faithful.”

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud God Among Us.

Ask: What do we celebrate on the Feast of Mary, the Mother of God? (God’s

gift of grace to Mary, which gave her the strength to say yes to his request to be

Jesus’ mother) What do we celebrate on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord?

(that God chose Jesus to teach us about his kingdom) What do we celebrate

on the Sunday before the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord? (the Feast of the

Epiphany) What do we remember on the Feast of the Epiphany? (the Magi’s

visit to Bethlehem where Jesus was revealed to the world as God’s Son who

was sent into the world to show us how to live) What gifts did the Magi offer?

(gold, frankincense, myrrh) What gift can we offer to Jesus? (our love)

Read aloud A Gift for Jesus. Give children time to complete the activity. For your convenience, the Children’s Book page is reproduced below.

EXPLORE

ART PRINT

Name Date

If TIme Allows


Art Print 15 shows the Magi honoring the baby Jesus.

What can you do to give thanks to God for the gift of Jesus?

God Among Us During the Christmas season

celebrate Jesus’ birth. In addition to

the Feast of the Nativity, there

three other feast days that help

celebrate this joyous vent On the

Feast of Mary, the Mother of God,

celebrate God’s gift of grace to

Mary, which gave her the strength

to say yes to his request. We end the

Christmas with the Feast of

the Baptism of the Lord. On this day

celebrate that God chose Jesus to

teach about his kingdom.

The Sunday before the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, celebrate

the Feast of the Epiphany. We remember the Magi’s visit to Bethlehem

where Jesus revealed to the world God’s Son who sent into

the world to show how to live.

The Magi showed their praise by giving Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense,

and myrrh. We show praise by offering Jesus gift of love.

We do this whenever choose to follow God’s plan for

A Gift for Jesus

Write how you show your praise for Jesus by choosing to follow

God’s plan for you this Christmas

Expression: Movement and Music “We Three Kings” Distribute hymnals with the song “We Three Kings.”

Discuss the meaning of the lyrics. Sing the song together. Then say: Let’s

sing the song again. As we do let’s stand and pantomime actions to go along

with the words. You get to choose what actions to do. Sing the song again,

allowing children to come up with actions that go along with the words.

time: 10–15 minutes materials: hymnals with the song“We Three Kings”


Gifts from the Heart After distributing art supplies, invite children to

make Christmas ornaments for parishioners who are homebound or who

live in health-care facilities. Have children write a note to accompany their

decorations. Arrange with your catechetical leader to have the decorations

delivered to parishioners.



Witnessing the Magi Have children study the Art Print and imagine that

they are one of the onlookers watching the Magi adore the baby Jesus. Ask:

What do you observe about the Magi? How do you feel being with them in

Jesus’ presence? Give children time to reflect silently. Close by thanking

God for sending us his Son, Jesus.



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The Good Shepherd

A R T P R I N T 16


Faith Focus: Jesus teaches us about

his love and care for us through the

parable of the lost sheep.

OutcOmes

� Explain that Jesus seeks out any

followers who are lost to sin and


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Ask: What do you see in this image? (Jesus, sheep)

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� The Good Shepherd Art Print


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10–30 minutes

rejoices when sinners repent.

� Retell the parable of the lost sheep.

� Define repentance.

About the Artist Some pieces of art

are unsigned. The anonymous artists

may have been skilled, yet unemployed,

amateurs who were supported by

benefactors. They may have made their

work for personal use, or, as is likely

for this piece, they may have been

commissioned by another person to

design and complete the artwork.

Art•i•facts The mosaic of The Good

Shepherd Among His Flock adorns the

Mausoleum of Galla Placidia in Revenna,

Italy. At one time this building contained

the sarcophagi of Galla Placidia, her

brother Honorius, and her husband

Constantius III. Placidia was a devout

Christian and a patron of the arts. During

her period of influence, she oversaw

the building and renovation of many

churches. The mausoleum that bears her

name is known for its mosaics, an art form

in which an image is made by setting

pieces of colored stone, cut glass, or other

materials into an adhesive surface.

What do shepherds do? (Possible answers: care for their sheep by making

sure they have enough to eat and drink; protect sheep from harm) Say: One

of our titles for Jesus is the Good Shepherd. In a moment we’re going to

hear a Scripture story Jesus told about a shepherd and his sheep.


God for the gift of Jesus, the Good Shepherd.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite a volunteer to read aloud the heading and

the first paragraph. Point out the vocabulary word. Say: Repentance is our

choice to turn away from sin. When we repent we express our desire to turn

back to God and to live as he wants us to live.

Remind children that a parable is a story that teaches a religious lesson by

using comparisons. Invite volunteers to read aloud the Scripture passage.

Ask: To whom is Jesus comparing himself in this passage? (a shepherd)

Whom do the sheep represent? (Jesus’ followers) What does a good

shepherd do when he realizes he has lost one of his sheep? (go out to look

for the lost sheep) What does he do when he finds the sheep? (rejoices) Say:

In this passage Jesus explains that he is the Good Shepherd and that he

calls us to repent when we freely choose to turn away from God. Explain

that repentance is our desire to turn back to God after we have freely

chosen to turn away from him. Emphasize that Jesus rejoices when we

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Art Print 16 is an image of a mosaic that depicts Jesus, the Good Shepherd.

What do you think he would do if he lost one of his sheep?

The Lost Sheep When sin, Jesus calls to repentance and to seek God’s forgiveness

through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Jesus teaches about his love

and for through the parable of the lost sheep.

What man among you having a hundred

sheep and losing one of them would not

leave the ninety-nine in the desert and go

after the lost one until he finds it? And when

he does find it, he sets it on his shoulders

with great joy and, upon his arrival home,

he calls together his friends and neighbors

and says to them, ‘Rejoice with me because

I have found my lost sheep.’ I tell you, in

just the same way there will be more joy in

heaven over one sinner who repents than

over ninety-nine righteous people who have

no need of repentance.

Luke 15:4–7

The Good Shepherd

Use the code to solve the puzzle.

choose to repent.

Read aloud The Good Shepherd. Give children time to complete

the activity.

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Expression: Movement Act Out the Parable Invite small groups to work together to prepare and

present dramatizations of the parable of the good shepherd. Encourage

children to focus on the shepherd’s care and concern for the lost sheep.

Children may wish to use simple costumes or props in their dramatizations.

After each group has had a chance to present, say: Remember what this

story teaches us about Jesus, the Good Shepherd. He calls us back when

we stray from God, and he celebrates when we choose to repent.

time: 20–30 minutes materials: costumes, props


Good Shepherd Mosaics Remind children that mosaics are made by gluing

small pieces of colored stone, cut glass, or other materials to a surface.

After distributing the supplies, invite children to make their own mosaics

of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, by tearing small pieces of construction paper

and gluing the pieces to another sheet of construction paper.

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Praying with the Good Shepherd Give children a moment to reflect on the

Art Print. Say: Think of a worry or concern you would like to share with

Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Take a moment to talk with Jesus. Ask: What

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Feeding Five Thousand

A R T P R I N T 17


Faith Focus: The story of Jesus feeding

the five thousand is an example of Jesus’

compassion for his disciples.

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� State that there are many times

throughout his life when Jesus nourished


1 Begin





Ask: What do you see in this image? (Jesus, the

m a t e r i a l s

� Feeding Five Thousand Art Print


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10–30 minutes

his disciples.

� Retell the story of the feeding of the

five thousand.

� Define compassion.

About the Artist Laura James, a self-

taught painter and illustrator, is known for

both religious and secular art. Her work

draws from Scripture parables, literature,

and history. In 2000, she was commissioned

to make illustrations for a new edition of

the Book of the Gospels. The illustrations

included in the book, most of which were

painted in about four months, increased

James’s fame as an artist.

Art• i• fac ts James has drawn

extensively on Ethiopian art and history

in her artwork. In Feeding of the 5,000, the

subjects, including Jesus and the apostles,

are dressed in traditional Ethiopian

clothing. James’s portrayal of the story

reminds us of the universal nature of the

Church. The medium used for this piece

is acrylic paint on canvas. Acrylic paint is

made by suspending colored pigments

in an acrylic polymer emulsion. A benefit

of acrylic paint is that is dries quickly,

especially when compared to the much

slower drying oil paints.

apostles, loaves of bread and some fish, a crowd) Say: Notice the expressions

of the apostles and the expressions of the people in the crowd. Ask: What

might the different groups be thinking? (Possible answers: The people in the

crowd are happy to receive a meal. The apostles are prayerful. They are happy

to be serving Jesus.)


Jesus for all he does to nourish us.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud Jesus Feeds the

Five Thousand. Ask: What did Jesus give us in the gift of the Eucharist?

(himself) What are other examples of times when Jesus nourished his

disciples? (Possible answers: the Last Supper, breaking bread with the

disciples on the road to Emmaus after the Resurrection) Why did such a large

crowd follow Jesus? (They wanted to hear him preach.) What did Jesus tell

the apostles to do? (collect any food that the people had) What did Jesus do

with the food? (blessed it and asked the apostles to distribute it)

Point out the vocabulary word. Say: Compassion is a feeling of sympathy

or sorrow for someone in need. Ask: How does this story portray Jesus’

compassion? (Jesus showed compassion for the people who had followed

him by making sure they were fed.)

For your convenience, the Children’s Book page is reproduced below. Read aloud Show Compassion. Give children time to complete the activity.

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Art Print 17 is an image of Jesus feeding the five thousand.

How have you been fed by Jesus?

Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand Jesus gave the gift of himself in the Eucharist at the Last Supper.

There many other times throughout his life when he nourished

his disciples.

Jesus went off to a deserted place.

He was followed by a crowd of five

thousand people. Jesus felt sorry

for them. It was too late for them

to return home for dinner, so Jesus

invited them to sit down and eat.

Jesus told the apostles to collect any

food that the people in the crowd

had. They gathered five loaves of

bread and two fish. Jesus took the

food and blessed it. He then broke the bread, divided the fish, and

gave the food to the apostles to distribute to the crowd. There was

enough food for everyone. There was even food left over.

adapted from Mark 6:34–44

When Jesus many people following him, he felt compassion.

He knew they tired and hungry, he fed them. Everyone had

enough to at

Show Compassion

Describe time when you showed compassion to

Expression: Movement

Eyewitness News Invite children to imagine that they are eyewitnesses to

the feeding of the five thousand. Have small groups prepare and present

a news report about the event. Suggest that children play different roles,

including that of a reporter, Jesus, an apostle, and a crowd member, each of

whom can give an account of the event from his or her perspective. Children

may wish to use simple costumes or props when giving their news reports.

time: 30–40 minutes materials: costumes, props


The Five Thousand Encourage children to notice the people’s expressions

on the Art Print. After distributing art supplies, invite children to make

their own depictions of the feeding of the five thousand. Say: Try to convey

how the people in your picture feel after receiving nourishment from Jesus.



Witnessing a Miracle Give children time to study the Art Print. Tell

children to imagine that they are one of the people in the crowd who

followed Jesus to the deserted place. Ask: What do you hear? What do you

see? What is Jesus doing? Say: Now imagine that one of the apostles hands

you a bit of food. Ask: How do you feel? How do you show your thanks to

the apostle? How do you show your thanks to Jesus? Give children time to

pray. Conclude by praying together the Lord’s Prayer.



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Saint James GraDe 4, Unit 4, session 18 Catechist Guide page 107

Faith Focus: We, like the members of the early Church,


1 Begin

A R T P R I N T 18

m a t e r i a l s

� Saint James Art Print


� Art supplies carry on Jesus’ healing work by caring for people who are sick or suffering.

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� Identify that the Church continues Jesus’ healing mission

through the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.





Say: Notice the garments that Saint James is wearing.

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� State that Saint James encouraged early Christians to

pray for those who were ill and to anoint them in the

name of the Lord.

Ask: What do you see? (images from the lives of Jesus and the saints) Say: By

what he is wearing, we can tell that Saint James was an important figure in

text, which is Greek, is a prayer that is similar to one of the prayers we pray

during Mass.


Saint James and all the saints for their example of discipleship.

About the Artist Father Stephanos

Tzangarolas was a 17th-century Cretan

painter whose work is known for its

distinctive decorative elements, careful

design, and rich use of color. In addition

to painting, Tzangarolas is known for his

icons. His work can still be seen at the

Byzantine Museum in Athens, Greece.

Art•i•facts According to tradition, the

subject of this icon, James the Brother of

the Lord, was the first bishop of Jerusalem.

This icon, made with egg tempera, can

be found on a door to the sanctuary of

a church in Corfu, Italy. In egg tempera

painting, colored pigments are mixed

with egg yolk.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud Jesus Heals.

Ask: How does the Church continue Jesus’ healing mission? (through the

Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick) How did Jesus’ early followers

continue this work? (by offering healing and comfort to people who

were sick) In his letter in the New Testament, what did James encourage

Christians to do? (pray for those who were ill and anoint them in the name

of the Lord) What did this anointing do for people who were sick? (reassure

them that they were loved and cared for)

Read aloud Care for Others. Give children time to complete the activity.

Display children’s posters.

Reading God's Word

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Name Date

Art Print 18 is an icon of Saint James, who encouraged early Christians to pray

for and help people who were sick. How can you follow Saint James’s example?

Jesus Heals Through the Sacrament of the Anointing of t

the Church continues Jesus’ healing mission.

early followers also continued this work by of

healing and comfort to people who sick.

In his letter in the New Testament, James de

how important it for the members of the

early Church to for those who sick.

encouraged Christians to pray for those who

ill and to anoint them in the of the Lor

Anointing people who sick reassured th

they loved and cared for. James also wrot

those who confessed their sins would be forgiv

The Church continues to anoint people toda .

Care for Others

On separate sheet of paper, design poster

recruiting volunteers for ministries your pari

offers to people who ill.

Reading God’s Word

Jesus said to them in reply, “Go and tell John what you hear and

see: the blind regain their sight, the lame walk, lepers are cleansed,

the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have the good news

proclaimed to them.” Matthew 11:4–5

After reading aloud the verse, say: In this passage Matthew points

out the many ways that Jesus’ followers experienced healing. Invite

children to share stories of when they or someone they know experienced

physical healing.

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Expression: Movement/Music Jesus the Healer Play a song about Jesus caring for people who are sick

of this song. Think of something you can do to express Jesus’ healing

presence to someone who is sick. After giving children time to reflect, say:

I am going to play the song a second time. As I do, come up with gestures

that support the meaning of the lyrics. Invite children to stand so that they

can gesture comfortably. Play the song again.

time: 10–15 minutes materials: CD player; song about Jesus caring for people who are sick or suffering, such as “When Jesus the Healer” [Finding God Grade 4 CD 2, Track 13]

Expression: Art Studio Prayer Chain Provide children with two-by-six-inch strips of paper. Invite

children to write on each strip the name of someone they know who is sick,

suffering, or in need of prayer. After children have written the names, have

them work together to make a prayer chain. Make the first link by taping

together the two ends of one of the paper strips. Make successive links by

threading a paper strip through the link and taping together the ends of the

new paper strip. Continue until all the paper strips are added to the chain.

Reverently place the paper chain in the prayer center. Conclude by praying

together a prayer asking Jesus to comfort all those who are sick or suffering.

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the early Church. Point out the parchment Saint James is holding. Say: The

or suffering, such as “When Jesus the Healer” [ Finding God Grade 4 CD 2,

Track 13]. After listening, say: Take a moment to reflect on the meaning



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Grape Pickers GraDe 4, Unit 4, session 19 Catechist Guide page 113

Faith Focus: When we grow in our


1 Begin

A R T P R I N T 19

m a t e r i a l s

� Grape Pickers Art Print


� Art supplies relationship with Jesus, we become like productive branches that grow much fruit.

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� Explain that people who receive the

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Ask: What do you see in this image? (grapevines,

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receive the grace to serve the Church.

� Paraphrase the Scripture passage about

the vine and the branches.

� State that as members of the Church, we

are called to love one another.

About the Artist Cristiana Angelini,

who was born in Tuscany, Italy, and studied

art in Florence, Italy, is known for her oil

paintings and pastels. Her artwork—

mostly landscapes and cityscapes—has

been exhibited in many London galleries,

including the Royal Academy.

Art•i•facts Depictions of natural

scenery, as is seen in Grape Pickers, are

the primary focus of landscape art.

Such pieces generally take a wide view

of a subject and often include the sky

and elements of the weather. Because

landscape art portrays a whole scene,

artists use scale to depict a sense of

distance or perspective. Grape Pickers,

completed in 1996, is oil on canvas and is

part of a private collection.

people who are picking grapes) How can you tell the grapevines are healthy

and strong? (Possible answers: The vines look healthy. The vines produce

grapes.) What can Jesus’ followers do to remain healthy and strong in their

faith? (Possible answers: pray, celebrate the sacraments, follow Jesus’ new

commandment)


God for giving us the support of a faith community that helps us remain

close to Jesus and his Church.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud The Vine and

the Branches. Ask: What do the Sacraments at the Service of Communion

give people the grace to do? (serve the Church) What do those who receive

these sacraments help others do? (grow in their relationship with Jesus) To

what does Jesus compare himself in this Scripture passage? (a vine) To

what does Jesus compare his followers? (branches on the vine) Say: In this

passage Jesus tells us that when we freely choose to follow him, we remain

close to him. We bear fruit by sharing his love with others. Ask: What can

we do to help us remain close to Jesus? (pray, celebrate the sacraments,

attend Mass, practice the virtues)

Read aloud Retell the Parable. Give pairs of children time to brainstorm

comparisons they might use. Then give children time to complete the For your convenience, the Children’s Book page is reproduced below.

activity independently. Display children’s finished work.

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Name Date

Meet a Saint

Art Print 19 is an image of two men picking grapes, which grow on vines.

Why are grapes a good symbol for our faith community?

The Vine and the Branches The Sacraments at the Service of Communion give

people the grace to the Church. Those who

receive these sacrament help others grow in their

relationship with Jesus. He told his disciples how

important it is to remain close to him when he said:

“I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever

remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit. . . .

As the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain

in my love. . . . This is my commandment: love one

another as I love you.”

John 15:5,9,12

As members of the Church, all called to love another.

When do this, become like branches that bear much fruit.

Retell the Parable

On separate sheet of paper, write your version of the passage

of the vine and the branches. Choose another comparison that

helps explain the relationship between Jesus and his followers.

Meet a Saint

Hildegard of Bingen was born in Germany in 1098. After becoming a religious sister, she was chosen to be the leader of her convent. To help her sisters express their faith, she composed songs about God’s beauty in creation, and about Mary and the saints for them to sing. Hildegard of Bingen was so respected that popes, bishops, and kings asked her for advice.

After reading aloud the feature, ask: What was Hildegard of Bingen chosen

to do after she became a religious sister? (be the leader of her convent) How

did she help her sisters express their faith? (She composed songs about

God’s beauty in creation and about Mary and the saints for the sisters to

sing.) Say: Hildegard of Bingen also responded to the call of discipleship by

giving advice to others. We celebrate Saint Hildegard of Bingen’s feast day

on September 17.

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Expression: Music The Vine and the Branches Play a song such as “We Have Been Told” that

reinforces what Jesus taught about the vine and the branches. After playing

the song, say: Remember, singing is one way to pray. As I play the song

again, pray that you continue to live in Jesus’ love by singing along with

the song. Play the song again.

time: 10–15 minutes materials: CD player; song about the vine and the branches, such as “We Have Been Told”


Remain on the Vine After distributing art supplies, invite children to draw

multiple branches stemming from a main vine. Say: On each vine draw

a picture or write a sentence about how you can share Jesus’ love with

others. After children have finished, invite volunteers to share their work.

Encourage children to hang their artwork in their homes where it can serve

as a reminder to act in ways that will help children share Jesus’ love with

the people in their lives.


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Jesus Mosaic GraDe 4, Unit 4, session 20 Catechist Guide page 119

Faith Focus: The season of Lent ends


1 Begin

A R T P R I N T 20

m a t e r i a l s

� Jesus Mosaic Art Print


with the celebration of the Triduum

during Holy Week.

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celebration of the Triduum during

Holy Week.

� Explain that on Holy Thursday, we

celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s

Supper; on Good Friday we

celebrate the Lord’s Passion; and

on Holy Saturday, we celebrate the

Easter Vigil.

About the Artist Little is known

about some artists. The reasons for this

vary. Sometimes records about artists

were not kept. Other times artists were

commissioned by another person or by a

community to make the artwork. It is also

possible that the artist was an amateur

whose work was not recognized during

his or her lifetime.

Art•i•facts This mosaic, from the City

Cemetery in Alessandria, Italy, is of the

resurrected Christ. The image decorates

part of an individual family chapel.

Mosaics are made by setting pieces of

stone, cut glass, or other materials into

a bed of adhesive. The earliest existing

examples of mosaics date from the

b c third millennium and were made using

stones, shells, and ivory. Mosaics were

first adopted for Christian use during the

fourth century and were used to decorate

church buildings.

Ask: What do you see in this image? (a mosaic of Jesus) Say: Notice that the

mosaic is made of many individual pieces of stone. When the pieces are put

together, they make an image of Jesus. Likewise, when we as individuals

work together and choose to follow God’s plan for us, we act as the one

Body of Christ. Point out the wounds in Christ’s hands. Say: This image is of

the resurrected Christ. Now we’re going to learn more about the Triduum,

which are the three days before Easter Sunday that help us most fully

prepare to celebrate the joy of Christ’s Resurrection on Easter Sunday.


Jesus to help them prepare to celebrate his Resurrection.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud The Triduum.

Say: The word triduum comes from Latin. Ask: What does the word mean?

(three days) What are the three days of the Triduum? (Holy Thursday, Good

Friday, Holy Saturday) What Mass do we celebrate on Holy Thursday? (the

Mass of the Lord’s Supper) What do we remember at this Mass? (Jesus gave

himself in the gift of the Eucharist. Jesus showed love for his disciples by

washing their feet.) What can we do to follow Jesus’ example of love and

service? (Possible answers: help a brother or sister with homework, help a

neighbor who is elderly) What do we hear on Good Friday? (the story of

Jesus’ Passion) Why do we venerate the cross on Good Friday? (to help

us remember that Jesus died for our sins) What do we remember on Holy

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Art Print 20 is a mosaic of the resurrected Christ.

What can you do to prepare to celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection?

The Triduum The Triduum, which “three days,”

the most important days of the Church year.

Through them remember and celebrate

Jesus’ Paschal Mystery.

We begin the Triduum Holy Thursday

with the celebration of the Mass of the

Lord’s Supper. At this Mass remember

how Jesus gave himself in the gift of the

Eucharist. We also remember how Jesus

showed love for his disciples by washing

their feet. We called to follow Jesus’

example of love and service in lives.

On Good Friday listen to the story of Jesus’ Passion. We venerate,

show respect for, the in special way to help remember that

Jesus died for sins.

On Holy Saturday remember that Jesus buried in the tomb

after he died. During the Easter Vigil, wait to celebrate the glory

of Christ’s Resurrection Easter Sunday.

Celebrate the Triduum

Match each day of the Triduum with the correct description.

Saturday? (that Jesus was buried in the tomb after he died) What do we do

during the Easter Vigil? (wait to celebrate the glory of Christ’s Resurrection)

Read aloud Celebrate the Triduum. When children have finished the

activity, have partners compare their answers.

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Expression: Movement Lenten Journey Before the session make three separate prayer spaces, each

using symbols for one of the days of the Triduum. For example, you can use

bread or a chalice for Holy Thursday, a cross for Good Friday, and a candle

for Holy Saturday. As a group process to the prayer spaces for each day of

the Triduum. At each space review what we remember on that day, and then

pray aloud a prayer that reflects that day of the Triduum.

time: 25 minutes materials: prayer spaces with symbols for each day of the Triduum

Expression: Art Studio Triduum Paintings Have pairs of children brainstorm how they might

represent one of the days of the Triduum in a painting. Then distribute

watercolors or other painting supplies and invite children to paint a picture

that represents one of the days of the Triduum.

time: 30 minutes materials: watercolors or other painting supplies


Preparing for Easter Give children time to study the Art Print. Tell children to imagine that they are alone with Jesus. Say: Take a moment

1. Holy Thursday

2. Good Friday

3. Holy Saturday

. We venerate the to help

remember that Jesus died for sins.

b. We remember how Jesus gave himself

in the gift of the Eucharist.

. We wait to celebrate the glory of

Christ’s Resurrection.

to talk with Jesus about what you can do to prepare to celebrate his

Resurrection. Ask: What do you say to Jesus? What does he say to you?

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The Ten Commandments

A R T P R I N T 21


Faith Focus: God gave the Hebrews the

Ten Commandments to help them remain

faithful to the Covenant he made with them.

OutcOmes

� Describe the Covenant God made with

the Hebrews.


1 Begin





Ask: What do you see in this image? (Moses receiving

m a t e r i a l s

� The Ten Commandments Art Print


� Art supplies

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� Explain that following the Ten

Commandments helps us grow in

our relationship with God and with

one another.

� Define Covenant

About the Artist Marc Chagall can be

described as a Russian-French artist, a

Jewish artist, and a pioneer of modernism.

He is unique in that his works include a

wide array of artistic mediums: paintings,

book illustrations, glass, ceramic,

tapestries, and stage sets for the theater.

His work decorates the Opera House in

Paris, the New York Metropolitan Opera,

the United Nations building, and the

Vatican. Chagall is one of the few artists

whose work was exhibited at the Louvre

in their lifetime.

Art•i•facts Chagall is known for

working with various mediums. For Moses

receiving the Ten Commandments, he used

oil on canvas. He has included this subject

matter in various works using different

mediums. This particular painting hangs

in the Chagall museum in Nice, France.

Oil paintings are made by using colored

pigments bound with oil, such as linseed,

poppy seed, walnut, or safflower oil.

This medium was first used in western

Afghanistan between the fifth and

ninth centuries.

the Ten Commandments from God; angels, people, animals, a village) Who

are the other people? (the Hebrews) What do you notice about God and

about Moses? (Possible answers: They have blue eyes. They are wearing white

clothing.) Why might the artist have given them white clothes? (Possible

answer: White symbolizes purity and joy.)


God for the gift of the Ten Commandments.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud God’s Covenant.

Ask: What did the Hebrews choose when they committed themselves to

following the Ten Commandments? (to belong to God in a special way)

Point out the vocabulary word. Ask: What did the Hebrews agree to do

when they entered into the Covenant with God? (to live in relationship with

him and with one another according to his instructions) How does God want

us to share his love with others? (by treating them with compassion and

respect) What can we do to help us remain faithful to this relationship?

(follow the Ten Commandments)

Read aloud Symbols of Your Relationship. Give children time to complete

the activity.

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Name Date

If TIme Allows


Expression: Movement The Hebrews’ Journey Arrange children into three groups. Assign

Art Print 21 is an image of God presenting Moses with the Ten Commandments.

What can you do to follow the Ten Commandments?

God’s Covenant When God’s Chosen People, the Hebrews,

committed themselves to following the

Ten Commandments, they chose to belong to

God in special way. God had set them free,

saved them from the Egyptian army, and taken

of them in the wilderness. In response the

Hebrews entered into Covenant, special

agreement, with God. They agreed to live in

relationship with him and with another

according to his instructions.

We also called to nter into special

relationship with God. He loves and want

to share his love with others by treating

them with compassion and respect. God has

given the Ten Commandments to help

remain faithful to this relationship.

Symbols of Your Relationship

The stone tablets which the

Ten Commandments written

symbolize the special relationship

God had with the Hebrews.

Design symbol that represents

your relationship with God.

one of the following Scripture passages to each group: Exodus 3:4–17; 7:14—

11:10; or 14:5–30. Ask groups to read their passages and then work together

to act them out.

time: 20–25 minutes materials: Bibles

Expression: Art Studio Moses on Mount Sinai Explain that many artists have made images of

Moses receiving the Ten Commandments from God and that Chagall

painted multiple pictures of this event. After distributing art supplies,

invite children to make their own illustrations of God giving the Ten

Commandments to Moses.


Expression: Using Imagination in Prayer An Encounter with God Give children time to study the Art Print and to

imagine they are on Mount Sinai with Moses. Say: Take a moment to talk

with God and to thank him for giving us the gift of the Ten Commandments.

Share with him what you will do to practice them in your life. Conclude by

praying Amen



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The American Church

A R T P R I N T 22


Faith Focus: The first three commandments

teach us to love God above all.

OutcOmes

u Explain that the First Commandment calls

us to worship God alone.

u State that the Second Commandment


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Ask: What do the first three commandments help

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calls us to respect God’s name.

u Explain that the Third Commandment

calls us to keep holy the Lord’s Day.

u Define idolatry.

About the Artist Mark Baring, who was

born at Sanderstead in Surrey, England, is

known both as a visual and a performing

artist. Before he began his painting

career, Baring trained as a ballet dancer.

He danced for many years with the

International Ballet and the Anglo-Polish

Ballet. When he first began painting,

Baring copied the works of classical

painters. He later explored abstract

painting, through which he developed

a better sense of color and composition.

Baring’s works are primarily held in

collections in Europe.

Art•i•facts The American Church was

likely painted in oil on board and was

completed in 1984. It is part of a private

collection. The image underscores the

importance of worshiping together as a

community of faith.

us do? (grow in our relationship with God) How do they help us do this?

(Possible answer: They encourage us to worship God alone, to respect God’s

name, and to keep holy the Lord’s Day.) Say: How are the people in this

picture following these commandments? (Possible answer: They are keeping

holy the Lord’s Day by going to church.)


God to help them follow the first three commandments.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud Love and Worship

God. Ask: What does the First Commandment teach us to do? (to worship

God alone and not to worship false gods) What are examples of idolatry?

(valuing video games, cell phones, or the latest clothing more than we value

our relationship with God) What does the Second Commandment call us

to do? (respect God’s name) How can we honor God? (use his name with

reverence and love) Why do we speak one another’s name with respect?

(God has called each of us by name.) What does the Third Commandment

call us to do? (keep holy the Lord’s Day) What does the Eucharist give us the

strength to do? (serve others by performing acts of love and service)

Read aloud The Name of God. Give children time to complete the activity.

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Art Print 22 is an image of a small country church.

Why is it important to worship together as a community?

Love and Worship God The first three commandments remind that

God calls to worship him above all else.

The First Commandment teaches to worship

God alone and not to worship false gods.

Worshiping false gods making

something important than God. This

is called••• • •• ••••• An example is valuing video

games, cell phones, the latest clothing

than value relationship with God.

The Second Commandment calls to respect

God’s We honor him by using his

with and love. We also honor the

of Mary, the saints, and the angels. God

has called each of by name. We speak

another’s with respect.

The Third Commandment calls to keep holy the Lord’s Day.

We gather together community of faith to celebrate the

Eucharist. We receive the Body and Blood of Christ, which gives

the strength to others by performing act of love and

service. We also rest minds and bodies.

The Name of God

Write what each for God tells about him.

1. Creator

2. Father

3. Holy One

4. Merciful Lord


Expression: Music Gather Together Discuss the importance of gathering with the faith

community to celebrate the Eucharist. Say: When we gather together

to celebrate the Mass, we support one another on our faith journey.

Distribute hymnals with gathering songs commonly sung in your parish.

Invite small groups to choose a song and to practice singing it. After giving

groups time to practice, invite them to sing the songs.

time: 15–20 minutes materials: hymnals with gathering songs commonly sung in your parish


The First Three Commandments Emphasize the importance of following

the first three commandments. Say: There are many different ways we can

practice these commandments in our lives. Ask: What can we do to follow

them? (Possible answers: worship God, attend Mass, serve others) After

distributing art supplies, invite small groups to make murals that show

how people can follow the first three commandments.

time: 25–30 minutes materials: art supplies, mural paper or poster board


My Church Community Give children time to reflect on the Art Print.

Say: Think about the last time you were at Mass. Ask: What did you see?

What did you hear? Were you able to smell flowers or incense? After giving

children time to reflect, say: Take a moment to have a conversation with

Jesus. Thank him for giving us the gift of himself in the Eucharist. Share

with him how much this gift means to you. Conclude by praying together

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Love Your Enemies

A R T P R I N T 23


Faith Focus: Jesus calls us to

forgive, love, and pray for our

enemies.

OutcOmes

� Paraphrase the Scripture

passage about Jesus’ call to


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Ask: What do you see in this painting? (a heart, white

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love and forgive our enemies.

� Explain that we share God’s

ove with others when we

forgive them.

space, splotches of color) What do hearts symbolize? (love) Why might the

artist have placed the heart at the top of the piece? (Possible answer: to

express how important love is) What might the colors at the bottom of the

image symbolize? (Accept reasonable responses.)


God for the gift of his love.

About the Artist Jim Dine is an

American artist who was raised in the

Midwest. His body of works include

more than 3,000 paintings, drawings,

sculptures, prints, book designs, and

poems. Dine has also staged performance

pieces and art installations. Later in life,

Dine and his family moved to London,

England, where he focused on drawing,

printmaking, and sculpture. Dine’s works

are held in collections throughout the

world. He is known for a style that blends

both Pop Art and Abstract Expressionism.

Art•i•facts Dine’s piece, Untitled (8) I,

is an example of his unique style, in

which he blends Pop Art and Abstract

Expressionism. This piece was made by

using mixed media on acetate, which

is a synthetic film that results in a hazy-

looking image. Acetate was first made

in Switzerland by two brothers who

were doing chemical research. Cellulose

acetate has also been used to produce

photography and movie film, magnetic

computer tape, and material for clothing.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Point out that loving someone who has hurt us can

be difficult because we may be angry. Invite volunteers to read aloud

Love and Forgive Your Enemies. Ask: Why is it difficult to forgive people

who have hurt us? (Possible answers: because we are angry, because we are in

pain) What does Jesus say in the Scripture passage? (Love your enemies and

pray for those who persecute you.) Explain that persecute means “to punish or

cause to suffer.” Ask: What happens when we choose to share God’s love

with others by forgiving our enemies? (We grow closer to God and build up

his kingdom.) What can you do to show forgiveness to someone who has

hurt you? (Possible answer: offer a sign of peace to that person)

Read aloud Prayer of Forgiveness. Give children time to complete

the activity.

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Expression: Music Loving and Forgiving Distribute hymnals with a version of Psalm 103,

Art Print 23 includes an image of a heart, a traditional symbol of love.

Is it difficult to love someone who has hurt you? Why?

Love and Forgive Your Enemies ed to forgive

bullied you

gotten you into trouble. Even though

it may difficult to do so, this is

exactly what Jesus calls to do.

You have heard that it was said,

‘You shall love your neighbor and

hate your enemy.’ But I say to you,

love your enemies, and pray for those

who persecute you, that you may be

children of your heavenly Father . . . .

Matthew 5:43–45

Not only called to forgive

people who hurt us Jesus also calls

to love them and pray for them.

When do this, choose to share

God’s love. We grow close to him

and build up his kingdom.

Prayer of Forgiveness

Write prayer in which you ask God to help you forgive

who has hurt you

such as “Loving and Forgiving.” Say: Loving and forgiving our enemies

can be a difficult task. We are called to do this, however, because it is a

way to give thanks to God for the mercy and compassion he shows us.

We can follow Jesus’ example to help us love and forgive others. Read

aloud the verses of the psalm. Discuss their meaning and then sing the

psalm together.

time: 15–20 minutes materials: hymnals with a version of Psalm 103


Heart Art After distributing the art supplies, say: The artist for this Art

Print chose to symbolize love by using a heart. There are many symbols we

can use for love and forgiveness. Ask children to make a piece of art that

uses symbols of love and forgiveness. Encourage children to make abstract

art and to use multiple mediums, such as crayons, markers, colored pencils,

or watercolors.

time: 25–30 minutes materials: art supplies of various mediums, such as crayons, markers, colored pencils, and watercolors

Expression: Using Imagination in Prayer Share God’s Peace and Love Give children time to reflect on the Art Print.

Say: Take a moment to reflect on Jesus’ call to forgive, love, and pray for

our enemies. Talk with Jesus and ask him to give you the strength to do

this. Share with him what you can do to show others that you love and

forgive them. After giving children time to reflect, conclude the prayer by

praying together the Lord’s Prayer.



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The Promised Land

A R T P R I N T 24


Faith Focus: God wrote the message of the Covenant

on the heart of the Hebrews.

OutcOmes

� State that God gave the Hebrews the Ten

Commandments to help them remain faithful to the

Covenant he made with them.


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Say: Think about a time when you took a trip. Maybe

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� Explain the heart of the Covenant God made with

the Hebrews: He will be their God and they will be

his people.

you went on a school field trip or a vacation with your family. Ask: How did

you feel the closer you got to your destination? (Possible answers: anxious,

happy, eager) Say: In this picture Moses is looking out over the Promised

Land after he and the Hebrews wandered in the desert for 40 years. Ask:

How do you think Moses and the people felt after seeing this new land for

the first time? (Possible answers: happy, excited)

About the Artist James Joseph Tissot

was born in 1836 in Nantes, France.

After having been educated at a Jesuit

boarding school, Tissot moved to Paris,

France, to study painting. It was in Paris

that Tissot met and became friends

with the Impressionist painter Edgar

Degas. In his 30s, Tissot traveled to Italy

and England to exhibit his works. Late

in his career, Tissot produced a series of

700 watercolor illustrations of stories

from the Bible and events in Christ’s life.

These religious works are known for their

detailed realism.

Art·i·facts Moses Sees the Promised

Land from Afar is gouache on board.

In this medium, colored pigments,

suspended in water, are combined with

a binding agent. Gouache differs from

watercolor in that gouache paints have a

heavier color saturation; the pigment-to-

water ratio is higher. Interestingly, lighter

gouache tones dry darker, and darker

tones dry lighter. This makes it difficult to

match colors when working on the same

piece over a period of time. This piece

is attributed to Tissot and Followers; it

is likely that Tissot designed the piece,

which was completed by his students.


God for everything he has given to us.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud God’s Promises.

Ask: What did God give to the Hebrews to help them remain faithful to the

Covenant? (the Ten Commandments) Where did Moses and the Hebrews

arrive after wandering in the desert for 40 years? (the land God had

promised to them) What did Moses do before the Hebrews entered this

new land? (He gathered them and spoke to them.) What did he tell them?

(that the Covenant God made with them was written on their hearts) What

did Moses tell the people would happen if they followed the Covenant and

obeyed the Ten Commandments? (God would bless them.)

Read aloud The Importance of the Ten Commandments. Give children

time to complete the activity.

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Art Print 24 shows Moses looking toward the Promised Land after wandering

in the desert. How might you have felt seeing this land for the first time?

God’s Promises The Ten Commandments

not the only gift God gave to the

Hebrews to help them remain

faithful to the Covenant he

made with them. After 40 years

of wandering in the wilderness,

Moses and the Hebrews arrived

the land God had promised

to them.

Before they entered this land, Moses gathered the people and

spoke to them last time. He reminded them that the Covenant

God made with them written their hearts—God would be

their God, and they would be his people. Moses told the people

that God would bless them in their land if they followed the

Covenant and obeyed the Ten Commandments.

The Importance of the Ten Commandments

Imagine that you Moses writing in your journal. Write why it

is important to follow the Ten Commandments.

Link to Liturgy

When Moses spoke to the people, he reminded them that one way

to follow the Covenant was to live out the Ten Commandments.

At the end of Mass, we are reminded to live out the Covenant by

glorifying the Lord by our lives.

Link to Liturgy

After reading aloud this feature, ask: How can we can glorify the Lord by

our lives? (Possible answers: be kind to others, obey the Ten Commandments,

reach out to people who are sick or suffering)

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Expression: Movement Lead Us, Moses Remind children that in a procession, people reverently

move from one place to another while praying or reflecting. Say: Moses

and the Hebrews wandered in the desert for 40 years before arriving in the

Promised Land. God protected and cared for the Hebrews on their journey.

Now we are going to process to the church and spend some time before

the Blessed Sacrament to thank God for his many gifts. Ask children to

reflect on God’s promises to Moses and the Hebrews as they process. Say:

When we get to the church, kneel in the pew and spend time praying to

God, thanking him for everything he has given to you. Conclude by praying

together the Gloria



Keep-the-Covenant Posters After distributing art supplies, invite children

to make Keep-the-Covenant posters in which they draw ways people can

keep the Covenant by obeying the Ten Commandments and following

Jesus’ example. Have children write titles and captions for their posters.



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Easter Morning

A R T P R I N T 25


Faith Focus: During the Easter season, we

celebrate the new life we receive through


OutcOmes

� Explain that during the Easter season, we

celebrate the new life we have received


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Say: During Easter we celebrate the new life we

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through Christ’s Resurrection.

� State that we share in Christ’s peace

through membership in the Church and

through the sacraments.

receive through Christ’s Resurrection. This painting is of three women

walking together on Easter morning. Ask: During what season do we

celebrate Easter? (spring) What signs of new life do you see in this painting?

(growth in the fields, buds on the trees)

Invite children to reflect upon the artwork and to pray a silent prayer thanking

Jesus for the new life we receive through his Resurrection.

About the Artist Caspar David

Friedrich, who was born in Germany in

1774, is known as a German Romantic

landscape painter. As a student, Friedrich

studied at the Academy of Denmark. After

his studies Friedrich moved to Dresden,

Germany, where he first worked with

printmaking and etching. He later worked

with ink, watercolors, and oil paints. While

most artists gain fame only after they

die, Friedrich became famous early in his

career, but he had fallen into obscurity by

the time he died in 1840.

Art•i•facts Friedrich used oil on canvas

to paint Easter Morning. As in many of his

works, the artist uses specific elements to

express a religious message. In this piece

that message is hope and anticipation,

which is portrayed through the budding

new life. Some art critics have suggested

that the three women in the foreground

are representative of the three women

who were the first to discover Christ’s

empty tomb on Easter morning.

2 Connect


and discuss the question. Invite volunteers to read aloud Celebrate Easter.

Ask: What did God do after Jesus died? (He raised him from the dead.) What

did God reveal through the Resurrection? (that the power of his love is

stronger than the power of sin) How can we give thanks to God for the gift of

Christ’s Resurrection? (joyfully celebrate the Easter season by attending

Mass, praying, reading Scripture, sharing God’s love with others) When do we

share God’s love with others? (whenever we choose to follow God’s plan for

us, follow Jesus’ example of service, and practice the Ten Commandments)

Read aloud Share God’s Love. Give children time to complete the activity.

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Expression: Music

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Share Peace, Share Love Remind children that when we share Jesus’ peace

with others, we also share God’s love with them. Say: Now we’re going to

listen to a song about sharing God’s love with others. Play a song about

people sharing God’s love with others, such as “Song of Love” [Finding God Art Print 25 is a scene of a spring morning with signs of new life. How can

you give thanks for the new life you have received through Christ’s Resurrection?

Celebrate Easter After Jesus died God raised him from

the dead. Through the Resurrection

God revealed that the power of his

love is stronger than the power of sin.

There many ways

give thanks to God for the gift of

Christ’s Resurrection. One is to

joyfully celebrate the Easter

by attending Mass, praying, and

reading Scripture. Another way is

to share God’s love with others.

We do this whenever choose to

follow God’s plan for us follow Jesus’

example of service, and practice the

Ten Commandments.

Share God’s Love

Draw picture

of yourself doing

something to share

God’s love with

others.

Grade 4 CD 2, Track 1]. After listening, say: I’m going to play the song

again. As I do, identify all the ways in which people share God’s love with

others. After listening, ask children to name how God’s love is shared.

time: 10–15 minutes materials: CD player; song about people sharing God’s love, such as “Song of Love” [Finding God Grade 4 CD 2, Track 1]

Expression: Art Studio A Scene of Hope and Joy After distributing art supplies, invite children to

paint a picture that represents the hope and joy we feel during the Easter

season. Say: Remember, during the Easter season we are joyful because we

have received new life through Christ’s Resurrection.

time: 25–30 minutes materials: paintbrushes, paints, paper

Expression: Using Imagination in Prayer On Easter Sunday Morning Give children time to reflect on the Art Print.

Then have children imagine that they, too, have gone to Jesus’ tomb and

found it empty. Say: Think about what you’re feeling as you walk to the

tomb. After you arrive, an angel appears and tells you that God has raised

What do you think and feel upon hearing this?

together a Gospel Acclamation your parish sings during Mass.

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Jesus from the dead. Ask: Say: Now thank Jesus for the new life we receive through him. Tell him one way you will share his gift of peace with others. Conclude by singing



Answer Key

ART PRINT Name Date

Art Print 22 is an image of a small country church.

The first three commandments remind us that

God calls us to worship him above all else.

Worshiping false gods means making someone

or something more important than God. This

is called idolatry. An example is valuing video

games, cell phones, or the latest clothing more

than we value our relationship with God.

another’s names with respect.

Grade 4 • Unit 5 • Session 22

Art Print 20 is a mosaic of the resurrected Christ.

What can you do to prepare to celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection?

The Triduum, which means “three days,” are

the most important days of the Church year.

Through them we remember and celebrate

Jesus’ Paschal Mystery.

We begin the Triduum on Holy Thursday

with the celebration of the Mass of the

Lord’s Supper. At this Mass we remember

how Jesus gave himself in the gift of the

Eucharist. We also remember how Jesus

showed love for his disciples by washing

their feet. We are called to follow Jesus’

example of love and service in our own lives.

On Good Friday we listen to the story of Jesus’ Passion. We venerate,

or show respect for, the cross in a special way to help us remember that

Jesus died for our sins.

On Holy Saturday we remember that Jesus was buried in the tomb

after he died. During the Easter Vigil, we wait to celebrate the glory

of Christ’s Resurrection on Easter Sunday.

Match each day of the Triduum with the correct description.

b Holy Thursday

a Good Friday

c Holy Saturday

We venerate the cross to help us

remember that Jesus died for our sins.

c. We wait to celebrate the glory of



Art Print 16 is an image of a mosaic that depicts Jesus, the Good Shepherd.

What do you think he would do if he lost one of his sheep?

When we sin, Jesus calls us to repentance and to seek God’s forgiveness

through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Jesus teaches us about his love

and care for us through the parable of the lost sheep.

What man among you having a hundred

sheep and losing one of them would not

leave the ninety-nine in the desert and go

after the lost one until he finds it? And when

he does find it, he sets it on his shoulders

I have found my lost sheep.’ I tell you, in

just the same way there will be more joy in

heaven over one sinner who repents than

Luke 15:4–7

Use the code to solve the puzzle.


Art Print 14 is an image of Mary. What can you do to follow Mary’s example

of love and service?

The flowers below have special meanings associated with Mary. The

violet, known as Our Lady’s Modesty, is associated with her humility.

Lily of the valley, known as Mary’s Tears, is a reminder of her sorrow

at Jesus’ Death. The hawthorn is referred to as Mary’s flower of May.

Violet Lily of the Valley Hawthorn

Match each flower to a quality of Mary’s or to an event in her life.

b violet

c lily of the valley

a hawthorn


ART PRINT Name Date

Art Print 13 is an illustration of the parable of the forgiving father. How

does it feel to know that God is always ready to offer his love and forgiveness?

his property between the sons. Then the younger son left home. His father was sad to see him go, but the

son did not care. He wanted to be on his own so that he could

have a good time. He traveled to a distant country and spent his

money freely. Just as he ran out of money, a famine struck.

The son eventually found a job tending pigs. He had so little to

eat that he been some

his senses and decided to return home. He

knew that he had treated his father badly, and he wondered if

his father would forgive him.

When his father saw him approaching, he embraced him. The

son said, you.

be

The father, however, was so happy that his son returned that he

gave him

lost, been


ART PRINT Name Date

Art Print 7 is an image of a man taking a risk by removing a thorn from a

lion’s paw. How does following the Beatitudes sometimes require taking risks?

Jesus gave us the Beatitudes in the Sermon on the Mount. When we

choose to practice the Beatitudes, we choose to follow God’s plan

for us. Saint Jerome is an example of someone who chose to practice

the Beatitudes.

Jerome was born in the fourth century in a country that is now Croatia.

After he spent time studying Hebrew and Greek, the pope asked him

to translate the Bible into Latin, a language that many people knew.

Many pieces of art show Jerome working

while a lion rests nearby. This image is

inspired by a legend that is often told about

the saint. One day a lion came limping to

Jerome. The lion’s paw had a thorn in it.

Jerome removed the thorn and bandaged the

paw. The lion was grateful and chose to stay

and live at the monastery with Jerome and

the other monks.

Recall how Saint Jerome cared for the lion. Write how he practiced the

Beatitudes through his action.


Psalm 73:1


ART PRINT Name Date

Art Print 2 is an image of God, our Creator and Father.

Who or what has helped you learn about God?

We build up the Kingdom of God by choosing to follow God’s

plan for us. One way for us to learn about his plan is by reading

the Bible. The authors of the Bible wrote what God wants us to

know so that we can be saved.

Read Luke 3:21–22. Then write what the passage teaches us

about the relationship between God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.


If you know me, then you will also know my

Father.


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