Jesus Teaches about Prayer
Jesus taught several things about prayer and how to pray. Have the students read each of the following examples. Have them write a summary for each example and explain the teaching on prayer.
Bible Basics for Teens
Earlier this year we had the honor of publishing an excellent introduction to the Bible by Franciscan University professor John Bergsma called Bible Basics for Catholics: A New Picture of Salvation History. Dr. Bergsma, who is a colleague of Dr.…
The Bible in 50 Words
Assign either as a group or individual project the task of describing Salvation History, or the Bible, in 50 words. This means describing everything from the creation of the first humans all the way to the early years of the Church, described in the…
Prophets Lesson Plan
A very large portion of the Old Testament focuses on the lives and messages of the prophets. The prophets played a very important and influential role in the history of Israel and the development of the Jewish people. They voiced a constant reminder…
A Book of Reflections for Teachers
We are excited about a new book of reflections for teachers called 5 Minutes with Christ: Spiritual Nourishment for Busy Teachers. The book is a collection of reflections on the Gospels by teachers, principals, and associates of the Alliance for…
Introducing a Course with a Plot Structure Diagram
During an introduction of the topic of Salvation History, review the plot structure diagram with students. Connect this story diagram with salvation history. Invite students to fill in as much as they know of the story of salvation history.
Jesus Charades
To introduce a lesson on the Gospels, play a game of “Jesus Charades.” Divide the class into small teams. Prepare a stack of playing cards with separate phrases about the life of Jesus. For example,Jesus walks on water Jesus feeds…
Comparing Accounts of Jesus’ Baptism
Assign the following comparison of the accounts of Jesus' Baptism from the four Gospels. Have the students note similarities and differences.
Thanksgiving Guided Meditation
Use this meditation with your students to help them to reflect on what gratitude means to them.
Teaching Theology Using Literature and Art Webinar
On Tuesday, Br. Michel Bettigole, editor of the book The Catholic Spirit: An Anthology for Discovering Faith Through Literature, Art, Film, and Music, presented a sample lesson on the Eucharist drawing from classic works of art and literature.