What is the significance of the number 40 in the Bible? We fast for the 40 days of Lent leading up to the Resurrection. The 40 day fast in the Bible that Jesus underwent before his temptation by the devil is a significant inspiration for our 40 day fast during Lent, but there are many…
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Lenten Video Series
What Does Lent Mean? The Number 40 in the Bible A Brief History of Lent The Meaning of Ash Wednesday Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving: The Three Pillars of Lent Why Don’t Catholics Eat Meat on Friday’s During Lent? Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation The Act of Contrition Prayer and Meaning The 14 Stations of the…
What Does Lent Mean?
What does Lent mean? In order for us to really understand the meaning of Lent, we need to get a better idea of the origin of the word “Lent.” We get the word Lent from the Old English lencten, which means “Spring time.” English Catholics started using the word Lent because the season falls during…
Lent Activities
Looking for lent activities to use with your students this year? The Religion Teacher’s Lenten Activity Pack is now available to purchase for instant access to lesson plans, activities, worksheets, and more. Or check out the links below for a wide variety of kid-friendly activities. Bookmark this page and return again for updated links and…
Lenten Reflection: Begin with the End in Mind
Before you decide what to give up for Lent this year, I want you to consider something very important. Don’t forget Easter. Easter is the end of Lent. Easter gives meaning to Lent, indeed to time itself. Easter celebrates the greatest joy known to man: new life! Easter marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ and…
The Life of J. R. R. Tolkien Biography Worksheet
J. R. R. Tolkien was one of the most successful Catholic writers in the 20th century. His life, work, and faith continue to be an inspiration for people today. You can teach about his life with the biography and reflection questions below or download and print the worksheet version of the biography and questions here:…
Palm Sunday Lesson Plan & Activities
Teach your students about Palm Sunday and Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem with this lesson plan and collection of activities, crafts, worksheets, and teaching ideas. Palm Sunday Lesson Objectives Palm Sunday Lesson Lesson Hook If the President (or prime minister, king, etc.) was coming to visit your school, how would the teachers and students welcome his…
A Passion Play (Crucifixion of Christ) Skit Script
Commemorate the most significant moments of the passion and death of Jesus Christ with this class skit script. Students will perform a passion play beginning with the Last Supper and ending with the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The goal of the skit is to help students experience the passion and death of Jesus Christ and…
The Life of Pope Benedict XVI Worksheet
Pope Benedict XVI (Joseph Ratzinger) was one of the most influential Catholic theologians and leaders in the 20th and 21st centuries. You can teach about his life with the biography and reflection questions below. You can also download and print the worksheet version of the biography and questions here: Download the Worksheet > Pope Benedict…
Jesus Calms the Storm Lesson Plan & Activities
Reading the story of Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee can be a powerful way to strengthen our faith. Introduce your students to this story and help them replace any fears they have with a greater faith in Jesus Christ with this short lesson and collection of activities. Jesus Calming the Storm…