religion

  1. How to read scripture passages?  (ex. John 1: 15-25) Which is the book, chapter and verse?

John =book

1=chapter

15-25=verses



  1. PP - Scriptural Terms - ALL terms 

Resurrection: The rising of Jesus from the dead after his death on Good Friday.

Ascension: A new life after death

Apostille: “One sent out” One who is to complete tasks for acts in the place of the sender

Disciple: “Student” any student or follower of a certain teacher (usually Jesus)

Covenant:  binding agreement/promise made by 2+ people. (the promises made by God to people)

BC; Before Christ

BCE: Before the common era (Now used to represent the time before Jesus)

AD: Anno Domini (Latin for year of the Lord) period of time after Jesus.

CE: Common era (now used to represent the time after the birth of Jesus)

Christ meaning: the “anointed one”



  1. PP - Introduction to the Bible (Slides 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18 & 20)

What exactly is the Bible?

The Bible comes from the Greek word “biblos” which translates to books. The Bible is considered by Christians to be the inspired word of God, providing guidance, teaching, and a moral framework for living.



 It is divided into two main sections:

The Old Testament: This part includes life before Jesus, creation of man and the first sin, Noah's ark and Moses. It covers creation, the history of Israel, and God's covenant with His people.

The New Testament: This part focuses on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus died on Good Friday ((Saturday Vigil) (Resurrected on Sunday.)Jesus’ resurrection was the Paschal Mystery. It also includes the Gospels, letters (Epistles), and the book of Revelation.

Other names for the Bible include: Scriptures, Sacred Scriptures, The Good Book, Holy Scripture and God’s Word.

The Bible was written by many different people who were inspired by God and contributed to the many and various writings of the Bible.

How did the Bible develop?

  1. The people of Israel experienced God in their life

  2. Understanding of the their relationship with God developed

  3. Stories about the relationship were told and passed on

3 Histories found in the Bible

  1. Oral History: Stories told, songs sung, events recounted

  2. Written History: Stories written down, events recorded

  3. Edited History: Best stories were saved, refined and passed on by the Church

Interpreting the Bible:

  1. Textualist:text only- in order to understand the text, you need to read it exactly how it is presented

  2. Contextualist: text and context-in order to understand the text, you must read the text along with its context such as history, culture, etc. We need to read the Bible contextually

  3. “Dei Verbum”: translates to “Word of God”-The interpreter/author is reading EXACTLY what God intends you know, learn or carry out usually through tradition or scripture, i.e, The Ten Commandments. There are parts of the Bible you have to take Dei Verbum.



Scripture is INERRANT

-It means that God is ultimately the author of Sacred Scripture

-Although written by human authors, they were quite literally inspired with God in them and by truths to his teachings, therefore, the passed down oral stories and 

drafts in writing are written without error.



The Pentateuch

  • Pentateuch=5 scrolls in Greek, 1st 5 books of the Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy)

  • Jews call the Pentateuch a Torah= instruction, teaching or law

  • Pentateuch is the most important section of the Biblical narrative because it explains the origins of the human race and the rise of Israelites.



New Testaments contains

  • Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) (The synoptic Gospels-”same eye”-common viewpoint) (the all have the same stories, just different eyes telling it) (JOHN talked about who Jesus is, no discussion about what he did)

  • Letters (Epistles) (mostly written by St. Paul)

  • Revelation (discusses the end of the world and second coming of Jesus)




  1. PP - Truth in Scripture (Slides 2, 3 & 4)



  1. Historical Truth: Events that actually occurred.

  2. Religious Truth:. Belief and Faith in God's actions on our life.

  3. Moral Truth: Lessons and rules on right and wrong behavior.

  4. Scientific Truth: Observations regarding the universe we live in

  5. Proverbial Truth: Short sayings of common sense wisdom

  6. Symbolic Truth: Poetic language used to emphasize a lesson




  1. PP - Literary Forms in the Bible (ALL 10 terms)




1. Myth: stories that focus on the deeds of God or heroes, often in explanation of some mysteries of life or ways of particular culture. Ex. Genesis

2.  List:A series of items or names, used for laws or something important. Ex. The Genealogy of Jesus the Messiah

3. Historical:Accounts of past events and significant figures, showing a community’s history.

4. Proverbs:A book in the Bible that contains truths or words of wisdom (usually poetic).

5. Prophecy:A prediction made under divine influence and direction, to tell the future events or to warn people about the consequences of their actions.

6. Psalm:Poetic songs or prayers that express feelings like praise, sorrow, or gratitude attributed to King David.

7. Sermon:Important speeches meant to teach or inspire about moral or spiritual issues. Ex. At the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gives the beatitudes.

8. Parable:Short stories with simple plots that teach a moral or spiritual lesson. Ex. The Good Samaritan, The Rich Fool, The Prodigal.

9. Letters:Written messages usually of a personal nature or concerning a specific subject.

10. Law:Rules that outline how people should behave in a community. Ex. The 10 Commandments



  1. PP - Truths in the Bible (ALL all types)

1.Historical Truth: Events that actually occurred.

2. Religious Truth:. Belief and Faith in God's actions on our life.

3. Moral Truth: Lessons and rules on right and wrong behavior.

4. Scientific Truth: Observations regarding the universe we live in

5. Proverbial Truth: Short sayings of common sense wisdom

6. Symbolic Truth: Poetic language used to emphasize a lesson



  1. PP - Creation 

    1. Understand all 3 - Creation, De-Creation and Re-Creation



Creation: God creates the world and humanity in Genesis, declaring it good

DeCreation: The process by which sin disrupts the original order of creation, leading to chaos and separation from God.

 Re-Creation: Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, God offers new life, and promises a new heaven and earth 



  1. Know the stories of Book of Genesis 1 and 2

Genesis 1 focuses on the orderly creation of the universe, while Genesis 2 provides a more detailed account of the creation of humanity (Adam and Eve) and the beginning of relationships.

  1. Day by Day Creation Story



Day 1: Light and darkness (day and night).

Day 2: Sky and separation of waters.

Day 3: Land, sea, and vegetation.

Day 4: Sun, moon, and stars.

Day 5: Fish and birds.

Day 6: Land animals and humans.

Day 7: God rested



  1. Adam and Eve

The story of Adam and Eve is about the first humans created by God. God made Adam from the dust and placed him in the Garden of Eden, then created Eve from one of Adam's ribs to be his companion.

  1. Sin



They were given the command not to eat from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. Their disobedience led to their removal from the garden, introducing sin into the world.



  1. Tree of Knowledge

The Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil is a special tree in the Garden of Eden. It is the tree from which Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit, leading to the Fall of Man. In this case, it symbolizes the knowledge of good and evil and the loss of innocence.

  1. Covenants - Stories of Abraham, Moses and Noah



Noah: After humanity's wickedness led to widespread corruption and violence, God decided to send a flood to cleanse the earth. However, Noah, a righteous man, was chosen to survive. God instructed Noah to build an ark to save his family and pairs of animals from the impending flood.

After the floodwaters receded, God made a covenant with Noah and all living creatures, promising never to destroy the earth with a flood again. The sign of this covenant was the rainbow, which God placed in the sky as a reminder of His promise.



Abraham: (originally named Abram) was called by God to leave his homeland and travel to a new land that God would give him and his descendants. Abraham was promised that he would become the father of a great nation.

 God made a series of promises to Abraham, establishing a covenant:

Land: Abraham’s descendants would inherit the land of Canaan.

Descendants: Abraham would become the father of a great nation (the Israelites).



Moses: After the Israelites were freed from slavery in Egypt through God's intervention, they journeyed to Mount Sinai. There, God called Moses to lead them into a special covenant relationship.

At Mount Sinai, God gave Moses the Ten Commandments and the Law, which formed the basis of the covenant. This covenant established Israel as God's chosen people, and the Israelites were promised blessings if they obeyed God's commands, but consequences if they disobeyed.
The people agreed to follow God's laws, and Moses ratified the covenant by sprinkling blood on the altar and the people, symbolizing the sealing of the covenant.






Unit 2

  1. The Story of Moses - PP - Oppression, Hope & Delivery

Moses was born at a time when the Israelites, God’s people, were slaves in Egypt. The Pharaoh, the ruler of Egypt, was afraid of the growing number of Israelites in fear that they would over power and ordered that all Hebrew baby boys be killed. To save him, Moses’ mother placed him in a basket and set him afloat on the Nile River. Pharaoh’s daughter found the baby and decided to raise him as her own son in the palace.

As Moses grew up, he learned about his Hebrew heritage and saw the harsh treatment of his people. One day, he saw an Egyptian beating an Israelite slave and, in anger, Moses killed the Egyptian. Fearing punishment, Moses fled Egypt and went to the desert where he became a shepherd.

Years later, God appeared to Moses in a burning bush on Mount Sinai. God told Moses to return to Egypt and lead the Israelites out of slavery. Moses was hesitant and felt unqualified, but God promised to help him. God sent Moses and his brother Aaron to Pharaoh, telling him to let the Israelites go. Pharaoh refused, so God sent ten plagues to punish Egypt. After the tenth plague, Pharaoh finally agreed to let the Israelites go.

Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt, and as they were being pursued by the Egyptian army, God parted the Red Sea, allowing the Israelites to cross on dry land. When the Egyptians followed, the sea closed over them, and they were drowned.

In the desert, God provided for the Israelites, giving them food, water, and protection. Moses climbed Mount Sinai, where God gave him the Ten Commandments, a set of laws that would guide the Israelites in how to live. 



  1. The Four Main Types of Sin

  2. The Ten Plagues - Know what each of them are - Starting from 1-10

1. Water to blood

2.Frogs

3.Lice/Gnats

4.Flies

5.Livestock

6.Boils/Dust

7.Hail

8.Locusts

9.Darkness

10.Death of first born son

Why did it happen? God sent these plagues to show His power and convince Pharaoh to free the Israelites.

Last Plague: It was God’s punishment for Pharaoh, who had ordered the killing of Israelite firstborn sons.

Impact on Israelites: Yes, it affected them, but God protected them.

Passover Story: God spares the Israelites from the angel of death by marking their doors with lamb's blood. The Passover meal celebrates this act of justice and protection.



  1. PP - The Ten Commandments 

1. I am the Lord your God; you shall have no God before me 

2. You shall not make for yourself an idol; you shall not worship them

3. You shall not use the Lord’s name in vain

4. Remember the sabbath day, and keep it holy

5. Honor your father and your mother

6. You shall not murder

7. You shall not commit adultery

8. You shall not steal

9.  You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor (Do not conspire, spread lies, be unjust or deceive your neighbor)

10. You shall not covet (have a desire for or be envious of) your neighbor’s house, wife, or anything that belongs to your neighbor



The first 4 commandments  discuss our relationship with God. 

The last 6 commandments discuss our relationships with others.

  • Laws protect us – Protect us from falling into sinful behavior which may in turn lead to unhappiness

  • Laws guide us – They guide is in a way that doesn’t restrict our freedom but rather guides us to a life of peace 

  • Laws unite us – They call us to love God, ourselves and others







- The Ten Commandments (Decalogue): "Ten words"

- Given by God to His people on a mountain during a time of chaos

- Purpose: To guide people to live right

- Blessings for obeying, punishment for disobeying

- Through Jesus, the New Covenant reveals the true meaning

- Jesus took the punishment for breaking the commandments

- Jesus fulfilled the law completely as the perfect person



  1. PP - The Beatitudes

1.Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
2.Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
3.Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
4.Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
5.Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
6.Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
7.Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
8.Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

The word “BEATITUDE” means BLESSING. 

The beatitudes are eight statements taught by Jesus



Blessed = a person who will experience unearthly happiness/a feeling bigger than prosperity 

Each beatitude starts with “Blessed are…” because in Sacred Scripture, indicates that a person will experience something heavenly and spiritually important rather than your “everyday” earthly happiness-it's even bigger than a feeling of prosperity (success/thriving)

The focus is on good values and how following them leads to rewards for believers in Jesus.

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus says he didn’t come to abolish God’s laws but to fulfill them. These laws are still important for entering the Kingdom of Heaven.

The Ten Commandments are clear rules about what not to do, with serious consequences for breaking them.



  1. What is God’s gift to us?  Multiple Intelligence Lesson 

  2. Word Smart: Verbal

  3. Number Smart:Logic

  4. Picture Smart: Spatial

  5. Body Smart:Physical

  6. Sound Smart: Rhythmic 

  7. People Smart: Relationship

  8. Self Smart: Intelligence of the self




  1. PP - The 3 Catholic Social Teachings




Stewardship of the Earth: Catholics believe we honor God by caring for the Earth.  

- Protecting the planet and its people is essential, especially with environmental challenges.  

- Our actions, no matter how small, should ensure future generations can enjoy God’s creation..

(MUSTARD SEED)



Human Dignity:-Every person is made in God’s image, so all life is sacred.  

- Everyone deserves respect, no matter their gender, age, or sexuality.

(THE GOOD SAMARITAN)



Preferential Option for the Poor: A society’s moral health is measured  by how it cares for the vulnerable.  

-the vulnerable: poor, homeless, elderly, sick, widows and unborn children

(THE LAST JUDGMENT) 













Unit 3 & 4

  1. Who are the 4 major prophets?  What did they do? 

1.Isaiah–Isaiah talks about a future Savior (Messiah) who will come to save the people.

-Isaiah emphasizes that God is pure, perfect, and separate from all sin.

-He warns that people will be punished for their sins if they don't repent.

2.Jeremiah-Told the people of Judah that Jerusalem would be destroyed because of their sins. He also promised that God would restore them later. Spoke for God to the people of Judah for about 40 years.

3. Ezekiel- Prophesied to the Jewish people in exile in Babylon. He spoke of their future return to Israel and God’s restoration. He promises that God will bring His people back and make them whole again.

4.Daniel-served kings in Babylon and Persia, while remaining faithful to God



  1. PP - Developing our Conscience

    1. What are the 4 ways we can develop our conscience?

  • Scripture: In scripture we learn what Jesus did when facing various moral dilemmas. Used as guidance. 

  • Tradition of the Church: includes all of the things the Church has taught throughout its history. The great truths of the church stand true from culture to culture. The witness of people of faith – this means observing people who have led very holy lives. Listening to their stories and learning from their experiences is an important step in informing our conscience.

  • Magisterium: God speaks to us through the teachings of the Church as they are expressed to us by the magisterium (authority for teachings). If we follow the Church’s teachings on moral issues, we will become more loving and more Christ-like.

  • Prayer: To develop Humility, we need to pray. Our conscience is our innermost place where we are alone with God. It allows us to hear and recognize the voice of God in our hearts.



  1. What are the 4 steps of making a moral decision?

See: How do you know it is moral (i.e is there a way to make a “loving”decision here?)

Who does this decision affect?

Judge: What does the bible say?

Consult your conscience

Act: Do the loving thing

Choose a course of action based on your judgements and follow through with it

Evaluate: Consider the outcome of your  actions

How have your decisions affected your relationship with yourself, God, others?



  1. PP - Virtues - Works of Mercy

    1. What are the 3 Theological Virtues?



Faith is believing in God and trusting His word, leading us to act and share our belief.

Hope is trusting in Christ’s promise of eternal happiness in Heaven.

Love is putting others' good first, even when it’s hard, and loving God and others as He loves us.



  1. What are the 4 Cardinal Virtues?



Prudence (wise judgment) is knowing what is right in a situation and acting on it

Justice is caring for the well beings of others as well as ourselves 

Fortitude (courage) is doing what is right, even when facing harm or danger

Temperance (balance) is keeping all parts of yourself in harmony and balance.



  1. What does the bible say about Service?

  • Throughout the New Testament Jesus served people.​

  • It is our vocation to serve others just as Jesus did.​

  • In short, Jesus says if you serve others, you are serving him.​



  1. What does Vocation mean?

A call from God to follow Jesus, love God, love others, and use our gifts to spread the Good Word



  1. PP - Prayer

    1. Describe the 5 forms of Prayer



Adoration: Praising and worshiping God for who He is.

 Praise: thanking and worshipping God without asking for anything in return.

Thanksgiving: Expressing gratitude for God's blessings and gifts

Petition: Asking God for help or requesting something for ourselves or others.

Intercession: Praying on behalf of others, asking God to help them.


PP - The 7 Sacraments in the Catholic Church

  1. Name and describe the 7 Sacraments

(first 3 are initiation, 4 and 5 are healing and 6 and 7 are at the service of communion)

  1. Baptism- born into Christian life

  2.  Eucharist- food of ‘eternal life

  3. Confirmation- faith is strengthened and re confirmed

  4. Reconciliation/Penance- Confession and forgiveness of sins.

  5. Anointing of the Sick-Provides healing and spiritual strength.

  6. Holy Orders-the sacrament of becoming a priest, or bishop.

  7. Matrimony- The sacrament of marriage, uniting a couple.



  1. Name and describe the 5 Kinds of Love



Companionship (HETAIREIA) – Love for a coworker, classmate, or associate based on shared interests or goals, without emotional closeness.

Sexual Love (EROS) – Passionate and physical love based on mutual attraction.

Family Love (STORGE) – Natural love between parents and children, with deep emotional bonds.

Friendship (PHILIA) – Warm affection and support between friends, based on mutual respect.

Charity (AGAPE) – Unconditional, selfless love that can be given to anyone, even enemies, and involves sacrifice.




Unit 5

  1. PP - Teacher Resource - Lessons #1-8 (Jesus)

  2. Handout - Fill-in-the-Blanks notes - Student Resource - Lesson #1-8

  3. What is the Paschal Mystery of Jesus (The Resurrection of Jesus) - Find this information in Unit #2 

The Paschal Mystery is God's plan to save humanity. Through Moses and the first Passover, God foreshadows a future sacrifice where a lamb’s blood saves people. This is fulfilled in Jesus, the Lamb of God, whose sacrifice saves us from punishment by taking it on Himself.



  1. PP - Chastity and Healthy Relationships 

  • Chastity is a call to a stronger, truer form of love. 

  • Chastity is being in control of our physical and emotional sexual urges. All Christians are called to live lives of chastity at every stage of their life.

  • With Chastity, relationships are able to flourish into their full potential, allowing couples to have the highest foundations to fall back on.