7th Grade Religion
This year we will study the life and message of Jesus as passed on to us by the New Testament writers. We will also look at the history of the Church that Christ established as well as the principles of morality He taught. By knowing these principles and putting them into practice, students will have a blueprint for the true happiness and success that Jesus describes in the Gospels. Students will experience the power that praying the Scriptures has to help them know Jesus better and grow in friendship with Him.
Goals of Religion Class:
Explore the life and message of Jesus Christ with an emphasis on understanding and praying the Scriptures.
Introduce students to the major themes, events, and people that have helped build the Church.
Help students make important life choices in their daily lives by studying the principles of Catholic morality, including the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church.
Unit 1
Introduction to Scripture and the Gospels
Unit 2
The Letters and Revelation
Introduction to Sacred Scripture
The Letter to the Romans
The Gospels
The Letter to Philippians
The Gospel of Mark
The Letter to the Colossians
The Gospel of Matthew
The Letter of James
The Gospel of Luke and Acts of the Apostles
The Letter to the Hebrews
The Gospel of John
The Book of Revelation
Unit 3
Church History
Unit 4
Church History
Centuries of Amazing Growth: A.D. 30 - 313
Trials and New Beginnings: A.D. 476 - 1054
Faith of an Empire: A.D. 313 - 476
Age of Renewal: A.D. 1046 - 1305
Time of Crisis: A.D. 1305 - 1517
Unit 5
Church History
Unit 6
Church History
The Protestant Reformation: A.D. 1517 - 1603
World in Turmoil: A.D. 1789 - 1814
The Counter- Reformation: A.D. 1545 - 1648
Dawn of a New Age: A.D. 1814 - 1914
Between Reform & Revolt: A.D. 1648 - 1789
Church in Modern America: A.D. 1861 - Now
Subject to change
Grading
Each assignment is given a point value relative to the type of the assignment within an overall chapter. The following are general guidelines applicable to assignments:
Homework & Classwork: 10 points Effort / Participation: 5 points
Quizzes: 25 points Test & Projects: 100 points
Homework Policy:
I consider homework an essential component of daily class participation. I give homework to students for the purpose of practicing a particular skill individually, so that they are able to ask meaningful questions in class about the material assigned. Generally, we will go over assignments the next day or the next scheduled block of that particular subject. The major consequence of handing in homework late, in my opinion, is a missed opportunity to practice and master skills learned in class. Homework must be submitted at the beginning of class on the day it’s due. Late homework will be penalized 10% per day. No late assignments will be accepted after 1 week.
Communication:
Parental involvement is a major factor in student success. As always, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns please contact me. I am sure we can work together to support your child.
Email: ckinlaw@materchristischool.net