Ecclesiology
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Jesus’ Vision for His Followers
This activity asks students to illustrate the organization of the Church by filling in the title of the group or role described in each box.
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What Biblical Images Reveal about God’s Relationship with His People
Students will examine seven different images of God’s people used in the Bible, and describe what each image reveals about God’s relationship with his people.
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The Day of the Dead
The video "The Day of the Dead," available on YouTube (3:49), offers a good overview of the Mexican celebration for the "Day of the Dead" activity on day 4.
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C4: Ignite Your Catholic Faith—What are the Marks of the Church?
The video "C4: Ignite Your Catholic Faith—What Are the Marks of the Church?" is available on YouTube (3:32), and is used for the "On Your Marks" activity on day 1.
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Introduction to the Liturgy of the Eucharist
The video "Introduction to the Liturgy of the Eucharist," by dioceseofstpete, available on YouTube (1:50), offers an overview of material presented in the Handbook. It is especially helpful for day 1, but would be effective on any day.
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Precepts of the Church
The video "Precepts of the Church," by Saint Mary’s Press, available on YouTube (0:51), is an option for day 4.
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From the Apostles to Us
Students create a storyboard to show how God is revealed in Sacred Tradition.
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Final Performance Tasks for Unit 1
Two possible projects to assess student understanding of concepts learned in Unit 1.
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Hugh's Life, My Life
After reading the fictional story of Hugh in the textbook, use the chart below to reflect on the similarities and differences in the faith life of Hugh and you!
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Catholicism is Universal
A personal story about discovering how Catholicism is truly universal.
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Chapter 23 Activity: How Much Do You Know about the Church?
The descriptions below relate to the Church, present and past. Write the word or name from the box that matches each description. Some words will be used more than once.
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The Wise Old Man on the Porch
A personal story about seeing the Church as a wise elder sitting on a porch.
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Chapter 14 Activities
Activities for Chapter 14 The Organization of the Catholic Church, including a core activity, core activity extension, and additional activities.
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We'd Like to Know: Possible Questions While Visiting Other Churches
In your visit to a different Christian Church, be prepared to ask the church’s representative some thoughtful questions about what they believe, their mission, and their worship. Here are some questions to start with. You might also think of other …
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Marks of the Church
Write at least two examples of ways that the Church and you model the four Marks of the Church.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 3
A rubric for the final performance task options for Unit 3 focusing on the Paschal Mystery, the Holy Spirit and the Church, and the mission of the Church. The options include exploring one important ministry in a diverse Church, creating …
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Vocabulary for Unit 3
A list of vocabulary words for Unit 3 that defines the terms bishop, Body of Christ, Catholic Church, charism, Communion of Saints, consecrated life, diocese, doctrine, Final Judgment, fruits of the Holy Spirit, Gifts of the Holy Spirit, laity, Marks …
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Created in God’s Image
You will be guided through this handout, taking notes and answering questions as directed in your class.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks in Unit 2
Rubric for grading the final performance tasks for Unit 2 focusing on faith, the Trinity, the Kingdom of God, and creation in the image of God. The options include writing a personal creed, creating a Holy Trinity play, or exploring …
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Vocabulary for Unit 2
A list of vocabulary words for Unit 2 including Annunciation, Blessed Trinity, church, Creation, creed, disciple, ecumenism, evangelist, faith, Gospel, Incarnation, Kingdom of God, Messiah, ministry, Original Sin, parable, Paschal Mystery, salvation, stewardship, and Theotokos.
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Core Beliefs Practices and Attitudes of the Catholic Faith
Each statement below is a core belief of the Catholic faith. Choose a symbol (“I get it,” “I’m unsure,” or “I don’t get it”) that best reflects your understanding of each belief. Then briefly explain what you might know about …
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 1
A rubric for the final performance tasks for Unit One about the basics of Catholicism, Scripture and Tradition, and Reason and Revelation. The options include reflecting on the Catholic faith in an essay, writing a personal story about your salvation …
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Vocabulary for Unit 1
A list of vocabulary words for unit one, defines the terms Bible, biblical inspiration, canon, covenant, Deposit of Faith, Divine Revelation, Ecumenical Council, Gospel, inerrancy, Israelites, Law, Magisterium, natural revelation, New Testament, Old Testament, Parousia, reason, Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, …
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Secular Institutes
A worksheet completed in groups about the history, role, and characteristics of secular institutes.
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Inspirations and Charisms Worksheet
A partially independent and partially group completed worksheet for students to fill out about the inspirations and charisms of a particular religious congregation or order.
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Vocabulary for Unit 7
A vocabulary list for unit 7 defining terms associated with consecrated life.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks in Unit 7
A rubric assessing how well students did on the final performance task options for unit 7 that assess the students’ knowledge of consecrated life. The options include writing a biographical essay about a woman or a man who chose the …
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A Conversation about the Future of Priestly Ministry
A worksheet with questions about the future of priestly ministry.
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The Effects of the Sacrament of Holy Orders
A worksheet completed in groups about the effects of the Sacrament of Holy Orders from both the book and the student’s personal knowledge.
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The Formation of a Priest
While watching the PowerPoint “The Formation of a Priest”, the students must fill out this worksheet by filling in the blanks.
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Vocabulary for Unit 6
A vocabulary list for unit 6 defining the terms dalmatic, dogmatic theology, Donatist heresy, formation, Holy See, insignia, and seminary.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 6
A rubric for grading the final performance tasks for unit 6 focusing on the vocation to ordained life and the Sacrament of Holy Orders. The options for final performance tasks include creating a brochure on priestly formation for prospective candidates, …
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Video: The Famous Verse
A short explanation of John 3:16, discussing justification by faith versus salvation as a gift.
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How Can God be in Purgatory and Hell at the Same Time?
A brief explanation of God's presence, or lack thereof, in Purgatory and Hell.
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30th Anniversary of John Paul II’s Assassination Attempt
A video explaining the assassination attempt on Pope Saint John Paul II's life.
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Private Revelation
A reading taken from the Vatican document "The Message of Fatima", published by the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. The author is Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, who later became Pope Benedict XVI.
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When You Recite the Creed
A short video on why you shouldn't just say the Creed, you should pray the Creed.
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What About the Bad Popes?
A short video on how the Church is good, even though there have been bad popes.
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Leading with Humility: Pope Francis Blesses a Man with a Disability
A video clip of Pope Francis stopping to bless a man with a disability.
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Who's in Charge when a Pope Leaves His Post?
A short video clip that explains what happens when a pope leaves his post, either through death or resignation.
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Biography of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
A short video clip outlining the life and works of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
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What’s in the Name ‘Francis’?
A video on Saint Francis of Assisi, and why Pope Francis chose his name.
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Who is Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio?
A video on the life of Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis.
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Researching the Role of the Magisterium
Several strips of paper that may come in handy when researching the role of the Magisterium.
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Where Does the Church Say…?
A chart outlining different types of Church documents, the author and audience of each particular document, and what’s in each document.
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Comparing and Contrasting the Three Degrees of Holy Orders
A chart that compares and contrasts the specific qualities of bishops, priests, and deacons.
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Reviewing the Leadership Structure of the Church
A number of questions on the leadership structure of the Church.
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Vocabulary for Unit 1 of “The Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth.”
Vocabulary terms and definitions for Unit 1 of “The Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth.”
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Preassessment of My Knowledge of the Church's Liturgy
A preassessment of knowledge on the Church's Liturgy.
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9/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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8/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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7/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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6/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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5/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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4/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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3/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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2/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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1/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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Mysteries: Celibacy
A documentary discussing the historical/theological precedents for celibacy.
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Mysteries of the Church: EUCHARIST
A documentary that provides: 1) A theological basis for the Eucharist, 2) An explanation of precisely what transpires during the Eucharist, 3) The process by which the bread of the Eucharist is created and 4) An instance of a Eucharistic …
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Mysteries of the Church: EXORCISM
A documentary discussing the traits of a possessed individual and the means by which a priest will exorcise the individual.
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Mysteries of the Church: PAPACY
A documentary detailing the development of the Papacy, the Pope's role in the Catholic Church, and the process by which a Pope is selected.
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Mysteries of the Church: CANONIZATION
A documentary providing a definition of Sainthood, descriptions of the lives of a number of Saints, miracles performed by the Saints, and the comprehensive process whereby an individual is declared a Saint by the Catholic Church.
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Mysteries of the Church: MARIAN APPARITIONS
An overview of the many Marian apparitions and their significance.
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Mysteries of the Church: SEMINARY
Explains how priests were formed in the early stages of Christianity.
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Mysteries of the Church: STIGMATA
Discusses the instances, credibility, and significance of the Stigmata.
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Mysteries of the Church: SIN
A documentary discussing sin, its manifestations, its history, and the ways in which Christianity is a response to it.
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Mysteries of the Church: GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
An explanation of the various gifts of the Holy Spirit and the way in which they help the church.
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Mysteries of the Church: AFTERLIFE
This documentary discusses conceptions of the afterlife and explains the historical basis for and characteristics of heaven, hell, and purgatory.
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Mysteries of the Church: ANGELS
Provides a description of the theology and historical basis for the existence of Angels and demons.
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Mysteries of the Church: APOCALYPSE
An explanation of the apocalypse as discussed in the book of Revelation.
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Mysteries of the Church: Women in the Church
A documentary discussing the integral and often contentious role of women, past and present, in the Catholic Church. Note: Viewing begins at 1:01.
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Mysteries of the Church: Christianity and Science
A cinematographically excellent documentary explaining in colloquial and relatable language the unexpectedly amicable relationship between science and Christianity.
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Mysteries of the Church: Creation and Evolution
A cinematographically excellent documentary explaining in colloquial and relatable language the Church's understanding of creation and its attitudes towards science and evolution.
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Mysteries of the Church: Christian Denominations
A cinematographically excellent documentary explaining in colloquial and relatable language the history of the development of many Christian denominations.
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Mysteries of the Church: Jesus and Art
A cinematographically excellent documentary explaining in colloquial and relatable language the signifiance of art for the representation of Jesus.
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Vocabulary for Unit 8
This vocabulary list is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may use it as a reference for key theological terms to know.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 8
This rubric is part of the Living in Christ Series. It serves as a guide for assessing students on projects about the Catholic Church, especially the role of community and sacraments in salvation.
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Agree/Disagree Preassessment Exercise: The Church
This activity is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may 'agree' or 'disagree' with various statements about the Church as a way to preassess the class.
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Vocabulary for Unit 7
This vocabulary list is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may use it as a reference for key theological terms to know.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 7
This rubric is part of the Living in Christ Series. It serves as a guide for assessing students on projects about the Catholic Church, especially the teaching authorities and roles of various members.
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Vocabulary for Unit 6
This vocabulary list is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may use it as a reference for key theological terms to know.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 6
This rubric is part of the Living in Christ Series. It serves as a guide for assessing students on projects about the Catholic Church, especially its relationship with other Christian church and other religions.
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Signs of the Domestic Church
This activity is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students can identify various items that might be found in the "Domestic Church" - that is, the Christian home and family.
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Who, What, When, Where, How, - in the Local Diocese
This activity is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students are asked to familiarize themselves various places and people in their diocese and archdiocese.
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Catholic Church Role Description
This activity is part of the Living in Christ Series. It is a short answer activity that discusses the various roles of different people in the Catholic Church, including their responsibilities and qualifications.
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Vocabulary for Unit 5
This vocabulary list is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may use it as a reference for key theological terms to know.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 5
This rubric is part of the Living in Christ Series. It serves as a guide for assessing students on projects about the Catholic Church, especially the various vocational roles that members of the Church may serve.
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"The Church Is Mystery" Word Search
A word search on the mystery of the Church. Please note that this document is only available as a PDF.
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The Church Is One
This project is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students are asked to do research on the mark of the Church as 'One' using various websites.
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Vocabulary for Unit 4
This vocabulary list is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may use it as a reference for key theological terms to know.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 4
This rubric is part of the Living in Christ Series. It offers a guide for assessing students on projects about the Catholic Church, including themes of Apostolic Succession and the Body of Christ.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 3
This rubric is part of the Living in Christ Series. It offers a guide for assessing students on projects that communicate key ideas about the Catholic Church and its nature.
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The Top Ten Things
This activity is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students are asked to write down 10 things they know about the Catholic Church.
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Vocabulary for Unit 3
This vocabulary list is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may use it as a reference for key theological terms to know.
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The Power of the Holy Spirit in Acts of the Apostles
This worksheet is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students can explores the effects of the Holy Spirit in the Acts of the Apostles and today.
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Vocabulary for Unit 2
This vocabulary list is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may use it as a reference for key theological terms to know.
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What Are They Saying
This activity is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students can read about the Catholic Church through various media outlets and answer these questions.
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Vocabulary for Unit 1
This vocabulary list is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may use it as a reference for key theological terms to know.
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Rubric for Final Performance Tasks for Unit 1
This rubric is part of the Living in Christ Series. It offers a guide for assessing students on projects that communicate various important ideas about the Church in the world today.
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Vocabulary for Unit 1
This vocabulary list is part of the Living in Christ Series. Students may use it as a reference for key theological terms to know.
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Must--Should--Can
Must--Should--Can Instructions: Check all the responsibilities you believe a pope must do in the MUST column, the responsibilities he should do in the SHOULD column, and the responsibilities he can do in the CAN column. # Responsibility MUST SHOULD CAN …
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A New Rock
OVERVIEW This is a youth catechetical session intended to lead young people to an understanding of Pope John Paul II's life, ministry, general papal responsibilities, and the procedure for electing a new pontiff. It can be used in a …
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A New Rock: Adaptations for Home Use
These activities are easily adapted for family members at home. When gathered for a meal, or for the specific purpose of these activities, family members can do one activity, a couple, or all of them, depending on the amount of time …