Prayer Dear God, we thank you for your love and your promise to be with us. At school or work, at rest or play, help us to feel near to you and hear your voice. Guide us to always do our best in every situation and to love one another, Amen.
Religion/ VE 8 Unit 1: The Origin and Growth of the Church Lesson 1 The Origin of the Church
Lesson Objectives: Doctrine: State the origin, the purpose and the mission of the Church Moral: Justify how a family is similar to the Church Worship: Pray and worship God to deepen their faith in Him through active participation in the celebration of the Mass
The Origin and Growth of the Church
CCC 760 “The world was created for the sake of the Church.”
Just as God's will is creation and is called "the world," so His intention is the salvation of men, and it is called "the Church."
The Origin of the Church
"We are not some casual and meaningless product of evolution. Each of us is the result of a thought of God." Pope Benedict XVI
The Origin of the Church Generally, a Church is an assembly of people sharing the same faith and beliefs.
The Origin of the Church The beginning of the early Church came after the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
The Origin of the Church The Church and Christianity became more known following the death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
The Origin of the Church CCC 751 "Church" Latin ecclesia Greek ek-ka- lein Means to "call out of"
“ Ekklesia ” Greek Old Testament for the assembly of the Chosen People before God.
“ Kyriake ” Equivalent Greek Term “ Kirche ” German origin “what belongs to the Lord”
“CCC 752” “Church” the liturgical assembly Local community Community of believers
“as members of the Church, we have the responsibility to preach the Good News.”
Aral ng Batangueno article #201 – 205 “Humirang Ang Diyos ng Kanyang Bayan”
“ Kung susundin ninyo Ako at hindi kayo sisira sa pakiki- pagtipan Ko sa inyo, kayo ang magiging bayan Kong hinirang. Ang buong daigdig ay Akin; ngunit kayo'y Aking itatangi. Kayo'y gagawin Kong bayan ng mga saserdote na magli- lingkod sa Akin, nakatalaga sa Akin.” (Exodo 19:5-6)
“ Ang Simbahan ay Bagong Bayang hinirang ng Diyos Ang Kanyang Sambayanan.”
Share It! Research or interview someone in your place that knows about the history of your parish. Prepare to share your findings in the class.
Day 2
The Pentecost Greek word “ P entekoste ”, meaning "the fiftieth day." It is a feast commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles.
Acts 2:1-4 When the day of Pentecost came, all the believers gathered in one place. Suddenly a sound came from heaven. It was like a strong wind blowing. It filled the whole house where they were sitting.
They saw something that looked like fire in the shape of tongues. The flames separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit. They began to speak in languages they had not known before. The Spirit gave them the ability to do this..”
Church as a Community Community of people Assembly of God’s people Family of God Church as a Structure Temple Synagogue Tabernacle Cathedral Chapel parish
“Church as a Community of Believers”
Biblical Texts That Support the Idea of the Church as a of Believers Acts 8:1 n that day the Church in Jerusalem began to be attacked and treated badly. All except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria
Biblical Texts That Support the Idea of the Church as a of Believers Acts 11:22 The Church in Jerusalem heard about this. So they sent Barnabas to Antioch
Biblical Texts That Support the Idea of the Church as a of Believers Acts 9:31 Then the Church throughout Judea, Galilee and Samaria enjoyed a time of peace. The Church was strengthened and grew larger That's because they worshipped the Lord and the Holy Spirit helped them.
“Church as the Kingdom of God”
“The Mystical Body” militant Church the suffering Church the triumphant Church
Colossians 1:18 And He is the head of the body, which is the Church. He is the beginning. He is the first to be raised from the dead. That happened so that He would be far above everything.
“Christ Founded the Church” Matthew 16:18 Here is what I tell you. You are Peter. On this rock I will build my Church. The gates of hell will not be strong enough to destroy it.
Matthew 26:37 He took Peter and the two sons of Zebedee along with Him. He began to be sad and troubled.
“Purpose of the Church”
“Threefold Mission of the Church”
Koinonia
Listening to the Word of God (Reflection #2) Aug. 25,2022 Date: ______________ Parish: ________ Time: ____________ Priest: ________ First Reading: ____________ Psalm Response: __________ Second Reading: __________ Gospel Passage: __________ Reflection: ___________________________________ ________________________________________
Assignment Bring a picture of your family attending the mass or praying together.
Almighty Father, You have created our hearts to find meaning, happiness, and faith in You. Despite the many times we strayed from Your path, You never abandoned us, never left us directionless and trapped in our selfishness. You led us back to You.
We thank You for sending Your son, Jesus, who led us back to you. He allowed us to experience your mercy, love, forgiveness, and compassion through His words and deeds. May our life’s journey bring us closer to You, in the name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
Pointers to Review: Lesson 1: Prophets in the Old testament Lesson 2: John, the Last and the Greatest of the Prophets