Christian Beliefs and Values Explored Through Pentecost and Life Transformations
Explore the significance of Pentecost and the transformative power of Christian beliefs and values through teachings on the Holy Spirit, the Resurrection, Ascension, and the impact of these events on disciples like Peter, John, and Paul. Discover the call to witness, courage, commitment, and self-giving in spreading the Good News, reflecting on experiences of change and new beginnings. Artworks and scriptures further illustrate these themes of faith, empowerment, and service in a journey of spiritual growth.
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Summer Term Year 4 Pentecost Serving NEW LIFE
Sacraments Christian Beliefs Resurrection - Jesus rose from the dead and sent His spirit to be among us. He appeared to His friends and sent them out. We become disciples and receive the Holy Spirit in Baptism. Scripture Baptism we receive the Holy Spirit and become disciples Acts 4:1-26 Acts 2:1-18 Confirmation- Renewing baptismal promises/reaffirming belief and commitment Hymns Prayers God s Spirit is in my heart Freely, Freely I will be with you Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful. And kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And you will renew the face of the earth. YEAR 4 Pentecost Serving New Life LF1/2 Pentecost The Holy Spirit gives courage to Peter and John Christian Life; Beliefs and Values The need for evangelisation - passing on the faith We are called to witness Equality Self-giving Courage Commitment Perseverance Experiences, feelings and ideas Have you ever been asked to do something difficult/challenging? How did it make you feel? Going somewhere where you are unfamiliar with. Speaking in front of strangers. http://www.trinityhavertown.org/ wp- content/uploads/2010/05/jesus- sending-out-disciples-2-by-2.jpg
Scripture Sacraments Christian Beliefs Ascension: After his death and resurrection Jesus returns to His Father. He promised to send the Holy Spirit. The Trinity the Son returns to the Father and sends the Holy Spirit. The need for a community in prayer. The Holy Spirit empowers us. Confirmation - the promise that The Holy Spirit will empower and transform us. Acts 8: 26 30 Start of a new life through the Holy Spirit Link to Jesus Baptism start of his public life . Make links to the impact that it had on others. Matthew 3:13 - 17 Hymns This is my body back to my Father soon I shall go.. I will be with you Be still Taize chant: Veni Sancti Spiritus (Come Holy Spirit) Come O Holy Spirit WIF Prayers/Traditions Apostolic Creed - The Sign of the Cross Feast Day/Celebration Come Holy Spirit YEAR 4 Pentecost Serving New Life LF3 The Ethiopian receives the new life of Jesus Christian Life; Beliefs and Values Experiences, feelings and ideas How does a new start feel? Can you think of a situation when you or someone you know has changed ? How can you spread the Good News each and every day? Art/Images/ and Artefacts The Baptism of the Ethiopian Eunuch - Rembrandt Courage Determination The Baptism of the Eunuch, by Aelbert Cuyp (1620 1691).
Scripture Sacraments Christian Beliefs Jesus sends us His Spirit The Holy Spirit empowers us and gives us strength. We can call upon the Holy Spirit at any time. We are called to serve God and others. Acts 16:11-15 God s Story pg 139 Romans 8:28,31-32,34-39 Romans 12:8-11 Romans 15:4-9 Confirmation- the promise that The Holy Spirit will empower and transform us. Holy Orders/Religious Life - call and commitment. Hymns The Summons Follow me Prayers/Traditions Prayers for Vocation Mission Prayers Work of Mission Together Feast of St Peter and Paul YEAR 4 Pentecost Serving New Life LF4/5/6 The Story of Paul/Paul spreads the good news. The Holy Spirit gave Paul New life and happiness Christian Life; Beliefs and Values Commitment Courage Self-giving - sharing Vocation Team Work Experiences, feelings and ideas Have you ever been on a very long journey? How did you feel? Did you get tired? What kept you going? Have you ever been chosen to do a special task? Art/Images/and Artefacts Various images of St Paul
