Third grade has learned about Jesus' second coming. They learned that the Holy Spirit came to the disciples at Pentecost, the Church's birthday. The Apostles led the early Church despite the risks. The students have learned that the Church reaches out to all sinners universally. As baptized members of the Church and we are called to spread the Gospel. We are the body of Christ on earth , and the love of Christ impels us to do His work. The girls gained a deeper understanding of the parish as a Catholic community and the various ways people serve in their parish.

Many famous biblical figures from the Old Testament are learned.  Adam, Noah, Abraham, Jacob, Ruth and David are Jesus' family. The ancestry of Christ is based on the records in two gospels – Matthew 1:1-17 and Luke 3:23-38. 

Philippians 4:13 For I can do all things through Christ, who gives me strength 

“Finally be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might.” - Ephesians 6:10 

The students learned about the Seven Sacraments as the special signs of God's love. With the sacramental grace received in the Sacraments the students understand the gifts of the Holy Spirit. This enables them to live out Jesus' message of peace and justice. 

Mary, the Blessed Mother of God is the perfect model of holiness. They learned the mysteries of the Rosary and prayed and remembered Jesus and Mary's life.  The saints are our friends in heaven and we are called to be saints too!

Third graders study the Old Testament prophets. They created a Jesse Tree filled with their favorite Old Testament Bible figures. They know the Jesse Tree is a tree leading us all to Jesus.

Third graders are taught the structure of the Church beginning with the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. They are learning the Mass is sending them out to live the Gospel message. Even as a student they have an important role. 

They are becoming familiar with the Church's structure through the 4 Marks of the Church. The pope is the head of the Church. The Bishops and priests work together to spread the Gospel. The Church is the Body of Christ on earth and each part of the Body needs all the other parts. We are God's family. Going to Mass is the most important celebration of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. and Listening to God's Word is an important part of our prayer life.