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Suggested due date for Chapters 9-12 is end of January.
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Learn: We continue with the Historical Books. Joshua has died and judges have helped the Israelites stay faithful. Samuel is the last of the judges and an early prophet. The people wanted a king, so Samuel asked God to help him choose. God tells Samuel that Saul will be the next king.
Video: Watch God's Story: David and Saul to learn the story of Samuel choosing Saul to be King.
Video: Watch Jacob's Family Tree to remind yourself how Saul fits into the 12 Tribes of Israel.
Activity: Print and do Called by God to review the historical figures from today's story. Answers here.
Catholic Youth Bible (CYB): Read page 317 in your CYB for a "Quick Summary of the First Book of Samuel" which gives a summary of the three historical figures we will read about in Chapters 9-12: Samuel, Saul, and King David.
How can a 6th Grader live their faith? Like Samuel we are all called to serve others. We take care of the poor and the sick, help others, and pray for others. Think about what you are called to do to help carry out God's mission.
Prayer Video: Listen to The Gloria, the prayer of praise to God that we pray at the beginning of Mass.
Complete One:
1. Do the Chapter Review in Workbook and email a photo to YCfaithformation@gmail.com or return it to YC Office. OR
2. Email ycfaithformation@gmail.com with your Blest Are We Chapter 9 Quiz results. OR
3. Use the Reflection Form to let us know what you learned.
Learn: In Chapter 10 we learn about sacred symbols and actions. Some of these rituals have roots in the Old Testament. A Sacrament is a sacred sign of grace in the Church instituted by Jesus. A sacramental is a symbolic prayer, action, blessing, or object instituted by the Church. Sacramentals lead us to fuller participation in the Sacraments.
Video: Watch The Seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church explained by The Religion Teacher to learn about the sacred signs instituted by Christ.
Video: Watch Sacramentals, to learn more about sacramentals and their meanings in our Catholic faith.
Activity: Print the Sacramentals and Us sheet to help you identify sacramentals. Answers here.
YC Praise & Worship Video: Enjoy Trading My Sorrows song and dance video. This is a favorite song from our SJC YC Praise and Worship sessions, where we say, "Yes, LORD!"
How can a 6th Grader live their faith? Think of the meaning of some sacramentals. A lighted candle reminds us Christ is with us; a crucifix reminds us Jesus died for us. If you have a sacramental, take time to hold it and think about how you can say "Yes, Lord!"
Complete One:
1. Do the Chapter Review in Workbook and email a photo to YCfaithformation@gmail.com or return it to YC Office. OR
2. Email ycfaithformation@gmail.com with your Blest Are We Chapter 10 Quiz results. OR
3. Use the Reflection Form to let us know what you learned.
Learn: We return to the Bible and learn the story of King David. David made some bad choices. He was jealous and his sin of envy resulted in the death of Uriah.
Video: Watch God's People: David. Remember, Jesus "is of the house of David." He is a direct descendant of King David.
Catholic Youth Bible (CYB): Read page 351 in your CYB for a "Quick Summary of the Second Book of Samuel" to learn of the life of David. Also on page 351 is a section called "How is This Relevant to My Life Today?" Take a look.
How can a 6th Grader live their faith? We all have free-will and we all have a conscience to choose right from wrong. Take time to examine your conscience. Remember God's love is always with us, even when we sin. God is always willing to forgive us and welcome us back.
Prayer Video: Pray along with the Guided Meditation using the Our Father, the Hail Mary, and the Glory Be.
Action: Choose an activity from the January Family Page.
Complete One:
1. Do the Chapter Review in Workbook and email a photo to YCfaithformation@gmail.com or return it to YC Office. OR
2. Email ycfaithformation@gmail.com with your Blest Are We Chapter 11 Quiz results. OR
3. Use the Reflection Form to let us know what you learned.
Learn: In Chapter 12 we focus on The Book of Psalms. Many psalms are attributed to King David. The Book of Psalms is both music and prayer.
Video: Watch The Religion Teacher: Book of Psalms: Summary and Meaning to learn more.
Video: Learn How to Pray Using the Psalms. Watch this 2 min video on how to use your CYB to pray the Psalms.
Catholic Youth Bible (CYB): Now turn to "Praying with the Psalms" in your CYB, page 666. Choose a "feeling" from page 667. Then locate that psalm in your CYB. This is a great page to mark so you can return to it when you need it.
Game: Play Stump the Shepherd. Review more Old Testament stories with this fun "Jeopardy-like" game.
How can a 6th Grader live their faith? Spend time meditating with the words of Psalm 139, on page 760 of your CYB, "I praise you, because I am wonderfully made!"
Complete One:
1. Do the Chapter Review in Workbook and email a photo to YCfaithformation@gmail.com or return it to YC Office. OR
2. Email ycfaithformation@gmail.com with your Blest Are We Chapter 12 Quiz results. OR
3. Use the Reflection Form to let us know what you learned.