THEME: Preparation for the first reception of the sacraments of Penance and Holy Communion, with the law of God and salvation history as background. The lesson emphasizes God's mercy and love. Covers Creation, the Covenant with Moses, the Ten Commandments, Redemption, Forgiveness of Sins, and the Mass. <br />
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SEQUENCE: Ch. 1-16: God teaches us through his law; we obey through love. <br />
Ch. 17-23: We find forgiveness of sins through Jesus' sacrifice. <br />
Ch. 24-34: We prepare for life in Heaven by reception of Jesus in the Eucharist and our life in the Church. <br />
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AIM: To prepare second-grade students for the sacraments of Confession and Holy Communion, and to help them appreciate God's love for them shown in these two sacraments. Students will learn how to receive the Sacrament of Confession, the order of the Mass, and the basics of prayer.

Faith and Life

The Faith and Life religious education series presents Catholic teaching using time-tested methods of catechesis and faith formation, in a beautiful, student-friendly, comprehensive format.

It is excellent for years 1-8 in Catholic schools, parish catechetical programs, and home schools.

Correlated with the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the revised edition features increased use of Scripture to complement the series' outstanding presentation of Catholic doctrine and practices. The completely revised and updated teacher's books use a convenient wrap-around format and a color-coded system to help make lesson planning easier and more effective. Plus, the new teacher's books include classic lessons from the first edition as well as many new lessons and lesson materials.

ISBN: 9780898707069