St. Mary Catholic Church

Religious Education - What do we Learn in 1st Grade?

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Our first grade class uses the Faith and Life Series published by Ignatius Press. This content driven series helps parents teach their children the Catholic faith through our religious education program and helps children learn about God and prepare to receive the sacraments.

Scope and Sequence:

THEME: Introduction to the Holy Trinity through presentations on God the Father, the life of Jesus, the Holy Spirit, God�s plan of salvation and our part in that plan. Acquaints children with Mary, angels, and the saints. Children learn basic prayers.

SEQUENCE: Ch.1-8: The Old Testament, God our Creator; our home in Heaven lost through original sin; the world prepares for the Savior.
Ch. 9-21: The Incarnation, life, death, and Resurrection of Jesus.
Ch. 22-28: The Holy Spirit, the Church, and Mary our mother.

AIM: To introduce first-grade students to the Church's faith regarding the Triune God, the life of Jesus, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the life of prayer, with a special emphasis on growing to know, love, and trust God.