Hope in “Offering Up” Many adults today can remember the common practice of “offering up” the irritations of our day to day lives. In his second encyclical, Spe Salvi, Pope Benedict suggests that this practice, which seems to be less common today, may be worth reviving in our daily living. The purpose of offering up…
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Learning Hope through Prayer: Part II
Hope in Prayer Intentions Prayer can be an exercise in desire and a place where we open ourselves up to the performative power of hope. Prayer can be an experience that is able to purify our hearts and foster within us the desire to truly ask God what is worthy of Him. I often hear…
Learning Hope Through Prayer: Part I
In his second encyclical, SPE SALVI, Pope Benedict XVI encourages Christians to have hope in salvation. For catechists, this can be an opportunity not only to teach about hope but to teach how to allow hope to transform our students. The Holy Father explains that the Gospel message of hope is not only “informative” it…
Saint Patrick’s Breastplate Prayer Activity
Copy and paste the prayer into a word document. Number each section, print it out, and then cut it into sections to distribute to your students. If you have time, include the last line of the preceding stanza in each section. For example: “…The Creator of the Universe” I bind myself today The virtue of…
Pope Leo XIV Worksheet for Kids
Teach about the life of our new Pope Leo XIV, the first Augustinian and U.S.-born pope in history using the worksheet below. To get additional tools to teach about the papacy and the lives of recent popes, download The Religion Teacher’s Pope Activity Pack. This resource features four, easy-to-teach lessons with worksheets, videos, prayers, meditations,…
The Religion Teacher’s Pope Activity Pack
Prepare Your Students for the Upcoming Papal Conclave! The papacy is more than a title—it’s a sacred role that unites us and connects us to the very beginnings of the Church. Give your students a deeper understanding of the pope’s role and inspire them to pray for the Holy Father with The Religion Teacher’s Pope…
The Life of Pope Francis Biography Worksheet
Teach about the life and and legacy of Pope Francis using this biography worksheet. To get additional tools to teach about the papacy and the upcoming Papal Conclave, download The Religion Teacher’s Pope Activity Pack which features four, easy-to-teach lessons with worksheets, videos, prayers, meditations, and more. Access it here. You can also download and…
Carlo Acutis Worksheet and Activities
Here are some resources you can use to teach about Carlo Acutis, the first Millennial saint. His life will be an inspiration for children and adults alike for many generations to come. Find a biography and worksheet about his life below as well as additional activities you can find and use in class. Saint Carlo…
Crucifixion Lesson Plan & Activities
Use this Crucifixion lesson plan or the activities below to teach about the passion and death of Jesus Christ. Save the lesson for Holy Week and Easter or teach it at any time throughout the year. Crucifixion Lesson Objectives Crucifixion Lesson Activities & Assessment Hook: The Crucifix Place a crucifix in the front of the…
AI Toolkit for Catholic Schools from The Religion Teacher
AI is Changing Education—Are you prepared? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education at an unprecedented pace. As Catholic school leaders and educators, it is crucial to navigate these changes thoughtfully and ethically. The Religion Teacher’s AI Toolkit for Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive resource designed to help teachers and administrators reflect on the responsible use…
