3rd Grade RE 2022-2023

(2nd year of sacramental preparation)

August 14, 2022

Parents – an adult must drop off and pick up the students – announcements are made at the end of class.
Class will begin at 9:15, ending prayer and dismissal will be at 10:45. This will leave time to make it to 11:00 mass.
Parents and Sponsors are welcome to stay for class.
Please take your children to Reconciliation/confession. They received this sacrament last year and are good to go. Please do not let them keep sins on their souls.
Please sit in the front of church for mass. We will be discussing what happens during mass and the more the kids see, the more they will understand.
Some of the extra things we will be doing this year:
Taking a tour of the church-the Altar/Tabernacle/Sacristy.
Both Fathers will be coming to talk again.
Someone will be coming to talk about being an alter server, along with other speakers.

Handouts:
Class Calendar

August 21, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 1

Session 1 from Hand Out
Holy Spirit, How the Holy Spirit fits in the Trinity, Symbols of the Holy Spirit, Pentecost
Discussed the difference and meaning of Assumption vs Ascension. Who. What. When. How.

Words:
Assumption,
Ascension,
Pentecost,
Consubstantial / Consubstantiation,
Sanctify,
Magisterium

Handouts:
Session 1 Jesus Sends the Holy Spirit
Assumption vs Ascension
Alphabet fill in the blank

Homework:
Please re-read Session 1 at home, as all pages were not read and discussed in class. Please complete page 14.
Alphabet fill in the blank – Fill in the blank with words from the Bible – Please turn in at the next class.
A: Angel, Apostolic, Adam B: Bethlehem, Baptism. C: Crucifixion, Christ. Etc

August 28, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 1 cont.

Discussed how a person becomes a Saint
Discussed choosing a Saint for Confirmation
Asked students to ask parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents, older siblings who and why they chose their Saint
Re-discussed, broke down the Nicene Creed
No Class 9/4

Words:
Intercession, Intercede

Handouts:
How Does Someone Become A Saint
Saints Introduction – please read at home
Nicene Creed

September 11, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 2

Handed out books – Student Guide, Student Activity, Saints Book
Please finish session 1, pages 5 – 18 in the Student Guide
Please finish session 1, in the Student Activity
See attached  Student Activity Book Please Complete. Connect – Opening Activity Pentecost
See attached Student Activity Book Please Complete. Connect – Student Take-Home Page
Covered Session 2, pages 19-23 in the Student Guide
Gifts of the Holy Spirit – Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, Fear of the Lord

Words:
Paraclete
Counselor
Advocate

September 18, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 2 cont.

Discussed the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit
Discussed the 12 Fruits of the Holy Spirit
Discussed how the Gifts and Fruits are different, but work together.
Filled in the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit page 26 Student Guide Book

Words:
Reverence
Charisms
Intersession

Handouts:
The 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit
St. Andre Bessette
What the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit mean to me

Homework:
Please finish Session 2 in the Student Guide
Please finish Session 2 in the Student Activity Book. The crossword puzzle will help students remember the New Words
What the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit mean to me. Please turn in at the next class.
Please sit in the front of church during Mass for better viewing. Father will be coming to class to discuss the Mass. Date to follow.

September 25, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 3

Session 3, pages 33-38
Read and discussed
Words:
Bishop
Seal
Apparition
Handouts:
Saint Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin
What the Fruits of the Holy Spirit mean to me
Homework:
What the Fruits of the Holy Spirit mean to me.  Please turn in at the next class.
Please sit in the front of church during Mass for better viewing. Father will be coming to class to discuss the Mass. Date to follow.

October 2, 2022

You are Sent –

Please finish Session 3 in both the Student Guide and Student Activity Book
During class, Session 3, Activity Book. Most answers can be found in Session 3, Student Guide Book
Discussed Sponsors
**Father will be coming to class to discuss what happens during the Confirmation Sacrament. Date to be determined.
Parents and Sponsors are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Words:
Stigmata
Seal

Handouts:
Padre Pio
5 Facts about Padre Pio
What is a Stigmata

Homework:
Please finish Session 3 in both the Student Guide and Student Activity Book

October 9, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 3

October 16, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 4 cont.

Session 4 pages 49 – 53
Discussed receiving Confirmation and Holy Communion without going to Reconciliation/Confession. A big sin.
**Father will be coming to class to discuss what happens during the Confirmation Sacrament. Date to be determined.
Parents and Sponsors are welcome and encourage to attend all classes

Words:
Consecrate
Anoint
Sacred Chrism

Handouts:
Top 25 Saints under 25. HEAVEN HAS NO AGE LIMIT

Please complete Activity Book Sealed with the Holy Spirit. (does not need to be handed in)
Please complete Activity Book Prayer the Holy Spirit. (does not need to be handed in)

October 23, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 5

Discussed Chrism oil
Discussed the Sacrament of Confirmation
Completed page 56 in the Student Guide in class
Discussed page 57 -the students will have to answer these questions during the Sacrament of Confirmation, in the church

Words:
Messiah
Christ
Please learn the words at the end of the session 4 in the Student Activity Book – you can cut these out if that works better.

Handouts:
Anointing with oil during Confirmation
Alphabetized Saint List

Homework
Please complete page 58 in the Student Guide at home
Session 4 -please review and complete.
Please complete session 4 in the Student Activity Book.
Please learn the words at the end of the session 4 in the Student Activity Book – you can cut these out if that works better.

Guest Speakers:
11/21 Fr. Crispin will teach on Confirmation – including what happens in the Church. Parents and Sponsors are encouraged to attend.

To be determined Mr. Dan S., Cantor for the 9:00 mass, will teach Latin Mass Responses. Parents and Sponsors are encouraged to attend.

October 30, 2022

Discussed All Saints Day
Discussed All Soul’s Day
Explained Purgatory
Discussed Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy

Words:
Purgatory
Corporal Works of Mercy
Spiritual Works of Mercy
Great Commission

Handouts:
All Saints Day, All Soul’s Day
The Works of Mercy
Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy
Matthew 25 31-46

Homework
Please read pages -63 – 68 in the Student Guide Book

To be determined Mr. Dan S., Cantor for the 9:00 mass, will teach Latin Mass Responses. Parents and Sponsors are encouraged to attend.

Begin working on Saint Report.  Reports are due January 9th

November 6, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 5 cont.

Reviewed Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy
Discussed and completed The Corporal & the Spiritual Works of Mercy in class
Discussed and completed I Profess My Faith in class

Words:
Evangelization
Charity

Handouts:
Holy Witnesses! – this must be completed and turned back in within the next 2 weeks. (by 11/21)
What’s In a name? Choosing a Confirmation Name

Homework:
Please complete session 5 in the Student Guide Book
Please complete session 5 in the Student Activity Book

Guest Speakers/Teachers:
11/21 Fr. Crispin will teach on Confirmation – including what happens in the Church. Parents and Sponsors are encouraged to attend.

Date to be determined Mr. Dan S., Cantor for the 9:00 mass, will teach Latin Mass Responses. Parents and Sponsors are encouraged to attend.

November 13, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 6

Reviewed Responses during Confirmation
Discussed Advent
What is Advent
Family Traditions during Advent

Words:
Advent

Handouts:
Responses during Confirmation
What is Advent
Preparing for Advent

Homework:
Please be sure your child has completed Prayer to the Holy Spirit, in the Student Activity Book (see attachment)
Please be sure your child knows the Gifts of the Holy Spirit (see attachment)
Please be sure your child knows the Fruits of the Holy Spirit (see attachment)
Holy Witnesses! – this must be completed and turned back in next week. (by 11/21) If you are pending a sponsor, please call the office.
Guest Speakers/Teachers:
11/20 Fr. Crispin will teach on Confirmation – including what happens in the Church. Parents and Sponsors are encouraged to attend.
12/04 Mr. Dan S., Cantor for the 9:00 mass, will teach Latin Mass Responses. Parents and Sponsors are encouraged to attend.
***No Class 11/27

November 20, 2022

ADVENT

Fr. Crispin taught on the Sacrament of Confirmation

The Holy Spirit
The importance of choosing a Saint you feel connected to
Who will confirm you – The Bishop or the Bishop’s representative

Handouts:
Creative Reflections Advent 2021
Journey to Bethlehem
2022 Liturgical Calendar, the Year of Grace

Homework:
Holy Witnesses! – Please complete and turn in at the next class. If you are pending a sponsor, please call the office.

Guest Speakers/Teachers:
12/04 Mr. Dan S. (Cantor for the 9:00 mass), will teach Latin Mass Responses. Parents and Sponsors are encouraged to attend.

***No Class 11/27

December 4, 2022

You are Sent – Chapter 7

Mr. Dan S., cantor for the 9:00 mass, taught Latin response – The Sanctus.
Discussed Immaculate Conception
Discussed Incarnate
Advent meaning, traditions, wreath, candles
Week 1 – Hope, and week 2- Peace, of Advent –
Holy day of obligation – Thursday Dec 8th – The Feast of the Immaculate Conception – so important we should be in church, at mass.
Holy Witnesses! – Please complete and turn in.. If you are pending a sponsor, please call the office.

Handouts:
Latin Prayers – the Sanctus
Advent Trivia – What Do We Remember Each Week Of Advent?
Advent Candle Meanings and Traditions
Bags with suggestions for donations to the homeless shelter

Homework:
Holy Witnesses! – Please complete and turn in.. If you are pending a sponsor, please call the office.

Guest Speakers/Teachers:
12/11 Mr. Dan S. (Cantor for the 9:00 mass), will teach Latin Mass Responses. Parents and Sponsors are encouraged to attend.

December 11, 2022

You Are Loved – Chapter 1

Mr. Dan S., cantor for the 9:00 mass, taught Latin response – The Mystery of Faith

Gave and discussed examples of using the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit
In class test – Is it a Gift? Is it a Fruit?
Holy Witnesses! – Please complete and turn in.. If you are pending a sponsor, please call the office.

Handouts:
Latin Prayer – Mystery of Faith
Is it a Gift-Is it a Fruit test

Homework:
Holy Witnesses! – Please complete and turn in.. If you are pending a sponsor, please call the office.

December 18, 2022

Christmas goodie bags

Handed out Confirmation Tests and took in class.

January 8, 2023

MARY MOTHER OF GOD

You Are Loved – Chapter 1 cont.

Saint Reports are Due.

Discussed Passover
Why Jesus is called and referred to as The Lamb of God
Exodus
Student Guide: Pages 5 through 10

Words:
Plagues
Sacrifice
Unleavened Bread
Passover
Manna
Tabernacle

Handouts:
Why is Jesus called the “Lamb of God?”

Homework:
Student Activity Book Session 1 – Connect-Opening Activity. Lets Live It crossword puzzle. The Presence of God.

January 15, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 2

January 22, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 2 cont.

January 29, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 3

February 5, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 3 cont.

February 12, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 4

February 19, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 4 cont.

February 26, 2023

LENT

March 5, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 5

March 12, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 5 cont.

March 19, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 6

March 26, 2023

You Are Loved – Chapter 6 cont.

Eucharist readiness review – in class.

April 2, 2023

PALM SUNDAY

You Are Loved – Chapter 7

April 9, 2023

TRIDUUM, EASTER

April 16, 2023

Practice for the reception the sacrament of Confirmation and Eucharist.

April 23, 2023

Practice for reception of the sacrament of Confirmation and Eucharist.  Final questions, farawell.

April 22, 2022

Confirmation Mass with First Holy Communion 

Fr. Tomasz Strzebonski – Celebrant

Location – St. Peter

Time: arrive by 10:30 AM

April 30, 2023

Last Class