John the Baptist is one of the most important figures in the New Testament. He was the voice in the desert preparing the way for the Lord as foretold by the Prophet Isaiah. He baptized Jesus in the Jordan River and sent Jesus some of his earliest disciples. John the Baptist was also killed for…
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Anointing of the Sick Activities, Crafts, and Games
Here is a collection of activities to help you teach about the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. While many Catholics still think of this sacrament as “Last Rites,” the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is something people young and old get to experience. A terminal illness is not necessary to receive anointing….
Saint Peter and Saint Paul Worksheets
The Apostles Peter and Paul were two of the most important saints in the early Church. Jesus appointed Saint Peter as the rock upon which he would build the Church. Peter went on to lead the early Church after Jesus ascended into heaven and moved to Rome to become the first pope. Saint Paul was…
Visitation Lesson Plan, Worksheet, & Activities
The Visitation is the story of Mary’s visit to her cousin Elizabeth in the Gospel of Luke. Mary and Elizabeth were both pregnant. When Elizabeth saw Mary, the infant (John the Baptist) leapt in her womb. Two familiar Catholic prayers have been inspired by this story. First, in the Hail Mary, we echo the words…
The Last Supper Lesson Plan
This Last Supper lesson plan can be used to help your students better understand the significance of the consecration at Mass or to help them prayerfully reflect of the events on Holy Thursday. Last Supper Lesson Objectives Students will be able to summarize the story of the Last Supper. Students will feel gratitude to Jesus…