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February: Why would Jesus die and come back to life?

Week 3: He is Not Here, He has Risen!

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Week 3: February 19 - 25

This week should focus the theme: He is not here, He has risen!

This week, parents should review the following before teaching their children:

  • Bishop Hying’s teaching from this month.

  • The essay “I Believe” on pages 255 - 256 of the Parent’s Guide.

  • If you are curious to hear more about the high point of the story of Salvation History from another teacher, we would highly recommend the video from Fr. John Riccardo linked at the bottom of this page.

Here are some tips and reminders before you get started:

  • You are welcome to teach any content from the month that you find engaging and interesting from the books!

  • While the following recommendations are broken up by grade level, we would encourage you to find the routine that fits best for your family.

  • There may be some overlap between the content for children in different age groups that could be shared together.

  • If you have multiple children, you may find some work you can get the younger children started on, leaving you able to engage in deeper conversation with the older children.

With all children, review the monthly verse for memorization. * We encourage you to do this daily!
He is not here, for He has been raised just as He said. - Matthew 28:6 3:16

With all children, we suggest the following:

  • Do your best to recap Bishop Hying’s talk from this month, giving your children your best 15 - 20 minute explanation of the big picture story of the faith.

    • Don’t be afraid of imperfection - it’s the greatest story to ever be told, and the Lord will be thrilled with your efforts in doing so.

    • Try to specifically tie in the themes of the past months when doing so, like Bishop Hying did talking about creation, original sin, concupiscence, and the parable of the paralyzed man.

    • With older children (7th grade - high school), watch Fr. Riccardo’s video after you’ve told the story. Talk with them about how they would explain the story to a friend who asks about what they believe.

  • Activity 1: Did Jesus really die? - Parent’s Guide, 139 - 141

  • Activity 2: The Resurrection - Parent’s Guide, 142 - 144

  • Review and define the words to know on page 138 of the Parent’s Guide.