Recognize Jesus as the center of our Faith and is both human and Divine
Recognize the need for Jesus as Our Savior
Identify and explain moral responsibility and respect as members of the family of God.
Identify the four parts of the Mass (Introductory Rites, Liturgy of the Word, Liturgy of the Eucharist, and Concluding Rites) and the articles and vestments used during Mass
Explain the concepts related to the resurrection and eternal life
Acknowledge the existence of their conscience and the need for the Sacrament of Reconciliation
Demonstrate knowledge of the two main parts of the Bible, and how to find a given scripture passage
Demonstrate responsibilities to self, as a family member, as a Church member, and as a member of the school community
Demonstrate an awareness of God and an appreciation for His creation
Participation in daily prayer both as a class and an individual
Demonstrate knowledge of prayers (Rosary, Apostles' Creed, Nicene Creed, Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be, Sign of the Cross, Grace before meals, Morning Offering, Angelus, Regina Caeli)
Demonstrate respect for others in their classroom
Demonstrate knowledge of the Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes and how to live them
Demonstrate knowledge of their Patron Saint and other Saints
Recognize the importance of saints as examples
Demonstrate respect and proper behavior while at Mass
Exhibit behavior that demonstrates chastity, virtue, justice, and respect
Discuss and participate in seasonal events of the Church year and Holy days
Recognize different Church celebrations
Respond to opportunities for service in and out of school
Apply the Church teachings to their daily lives
5TH GRADE:
Attend Mass weekly
Participate in Reconciliation during Advent and Lent
Pray throughout the day
Discuss the Ten Commandments
Learn about the Holy Trinity
Discuss the nature of sin
Read about creation and Abraham
Use a Bible to locate passages
Learn about the Old and New Testaments
Research a title of Mary
Discuss the Beatitudes
Exhibit understanding of the Incarnation
Talk about the liturgical year
Recognize and participate in different seasons of the Church year
Construct a Jesse tree
Say prayers for a spiritual bouquet
Attend a vocations exposition
Name the 7 sacraments and their important symbols
Read about the Order of Mass
Learn the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit
Reflect upon various prayers including the Our Father, Apostles’ Creed, Act of Faith, and Eternal Rest
Learn the Sorrowful Mysteries of the rosary, cardinal virtues, and theological virtues