Grow in understanding that on our spiritual journey we are called to live good and generous lives as Jesus did;
Explore the theological meaning of the Reign of God and explain the paradox that it is ‘already now but not yet’, identifying the Christian's role in making the 'now' more visible.
Make a copy of the drawing and save in your RE folder.
Come up with 3 things for each column of the T chart.
Reflect on what you think the message Jesus is sharing when he tells this parable to his followers and in turn us.
Check in with your peers.
Explore the theological meaning of the Reign of God and explain the paradox that it is ‘already now but not yet’, identifying the Christian's role in making the 'now' more visible.
Read the parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32).
Focus on the Father's actions.
Activity: Compare the younger son's expectation of justice with the Father's act of mercy.
Scripture Deep Dive:
Listen to the parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32).
Focus on the Father's actions and discuss the sons expectations.
Make a copy of the slides and save it in your RE folder.
You can use the other resources to dive deeper in to the parable.
Thanks to Izzy from last year for her work!
Explore the theological meaning of the Reign of God and explain the paradox that it is ‘already now but not yet’, identifying the Christian's role in making the 'now' more visible.
The Sheep and the Goats:
Read Matthew 25:31-46.
Have students highlight all the verbs Christ lists as the criteria for judgment.
Scenario Role Play:
Present a school conflict - brainstorm together
Have one group propose a Punitive Justice solution (e.g., detention, suspension)
second group propose a Restorative Justice solution (e.g., meeting the offended party, repairing the damage, community service).