Lesson and Overview
Chapter 8 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the students will learn about the Sacrament of Confirmation and explore the connections between this sacrament and Baptism.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• On Pentecost the Holy Spirit came upon the first disciples
• Laying on of hands and anointing are signs of the Holy Spirit’s presence
• In Confirmation we become more like Christ and are strengthened to be his witnesses
• Preparation is an important part of Confirmation

Family Activity: Connection to Mary
The dogma of the Immaculate Conception provides an excellent example of the relationship between Mary and the Blessed Trinity. She was born without original sin to prepare her for her role as Mother of the Savior, our Lord Jesus Christ. In the Gospel of Luke 1:34-80, there are numerous mentions of the Holy Spirit in reference to Mary, Elizabeth, Zechariah, and John the Baptist. Take some time to read the Gospel as a family.

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 11/16/2020
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 8: THE COMING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 11/16/2020.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 9 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the students will learn about the celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• Confirmation leads us from Baptism to the Eucharist
• In the Sacrament of Confirmation, we are sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit
• The gifts of the Holy Spirit help those who are confirmed
• Confirmation calls those anointed to live out their Baptism as witnesses of Jesus Christ

Family Activity: A Confirmation Prayer
Lord, fulfill your promise:
send your Holy Spirit to make us witnesses before the world
to the Good News proclaimed by Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Amen.

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 11/30/2020
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 9: THE CELEBRATION OF CONFIRMATION. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 11/30/2020.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 10 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the students will learn about the importance of Eucharist and that Jesus is the Bread of Life.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• In the Eucharist we celebrate and receive Jesus Christ.
• The Eucharist is a memorial, a meal, and a sacrifice.
• We recognize Jesus in the breaking of the bread. 
• Jesus is the Bread of Life.

Family Activity: Sacraments Scrapbook
Work with your family to collect prayers, poems, songs, Scripture, pictures, photographs, and so on, that reflect the Sacrament of the Eucharist. Place your findings on sheets of paper to include in your Sacraments Scrapbook.

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 12/7/2020
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 10: JESUS CHRIST, THE BREAD OF LIFE. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 12/7/2020.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 11 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter they will learn that the celebration of the Eucharist unites believers in the Body of Christ.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• The Introductory Rites bring us together as a community.
• During the Liturgy of the Word, we listen and respond to the Word of God.
• During the Liturgy of the Eucharist, we pray the great prayer of thanksgiving and receive the Body and Blood of Christ.
• The Concluding Rites send us out to be the Body of Christ to others.

Family Activity: Family Prayer 
Lord,
give to our hearts
the light of faith and the fire of love,
that we may worship in spirit and in truth
our God and Lord, present in this sacrament,
who lives and reigns for ever and ever.
Amen.

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 12/14/2020
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 11: THE CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 12/14/2020.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 12 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter they will learn that there are many ways members of the Catholic Church pray.

In this chapter the children will learn:

• Jesus teaches us to pray.
• We are called to pray daily.
• Sacramentals are a part of the Church’s prayer life.
• Catholics have a rich tradition of special practices and popular devotions.

Family Activity: Family Faith Checklist
In prayer we open our hearts and minds to God. Ask your family to complete the Family Faith Checklist. How can you include prayer in your daily life? 
At home:
At school/work:
In the parish:
In the community:

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 1/4/2021
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 12: LIVING AS A PRAYERFUL PEOPLE. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 1/4/2021.

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 13 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the children will learn that the season of Advent helps us prepare for the coming of the Son of God.

Family Discussion: How Did Advent Prepare Us for Christmas
Discuss waiting to celebrate special days. Talk about how the excitement builds as you get closer. What ways did your family prepare for Christmas during the Advent season. What did you do differently this year?

Online Assessment: Review for unit test to be completed by 1/25/21

Lesson and Overview
Chapter 14 Lesson and Overview Downloadable Resource
In this chapter the children will learn that the Christmas season is a special time to celebrate that
God is with us.

Family Discussion: Your Favorite Part of Christmas
Discuss how you celebrated Christmas different this year. What was your favorite part about the season? 

Online Assessment: Due for Completion by 1/25/2021
Direct students to the Sadlier Connect website: https://religion.sadlierconnect.com/@PAR70079
Using the username and password assigned to you, log in and take the online assessment for Chapter 14 UNIT TEST. Please have your student complete and submt the assessment by the end of Monday, 1/25/21.