Church & Me S.
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This text gives a comprehensive guide to the tradition and faith of the Christian Church, with information about key seasons of the Church Year, forms of worship, the Trinity and prayer. Designed as a basis for teaching Christianity to children in primary education or the local church, each of the twenty-eight units provides background information, relevant Bible passages and practical ideas for learning through activity-based extension work. A glossary of terms is given to aid both teacher and pupil.
Written especially for young children studying Christianity as part of their National Curriculum syllabus, attending a church service, or who belong to a church-based group, this book is designed to help instil a sense of belonging. It can be used in a teaching situation or given to the child at the church door. The child is taken through the various seasons of the Church Year. Seasons covered include Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Candlemas, Lent, Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Day, Ascension, Pentecost, Trinity, Harvest and All Saints. Keystage One requirements for Knowledge, Understanding and Significance have been taken into account as each season is explored through artefacts and their symbolic meanings, Bible passages, prayers and things to think and do. The book is suitable for children to read by themselves or to use with an adult.
Written especially for young children studying Christianity as part of their National Curriculum syllabus, attending a church service, or who belong to a church-based group, this book is designed to instil a sense of belonging. It can be used in a teaching situation or given to the child at the church door. The child is taken through the various services which he or she might experience. Services covered include Baptism, Thanksgiving, Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, Funeral, Morning and Evening Prayer, Family Service, Crib service, Pram service, Christingle, Mothering Sunday, Toy service and Pets service. Keystage One requirements for Knowledge, Understanding and Significance have been taken into account as each service is explored through artefacts and their symbolic meanings, Bible passages, prayers and things to think and do. This book is suitable for children to read by themselves or to use with an adult.