SACRAMENTS HOMEWORK DUE 12/03/07

Make up an examination of conscience based on the 10 Commandments. Try to create 3 questions to reflect on for each commandent. Conslt your textbook for examples.

SACRAMENTS HOMEWORK QUESTIONS 11/27/07

After reading the parable of the prodigal son, answer the following questions...

1. What is conversion
2. Why is the sacrament of Penance called the "sacrament of conversion"?
3. How does the process of conversion typically begin?
4. What else does the process of conversion entail?
5. What is the trem that describes our inclination to sin after baptism? (begins with "CON...)
6. What are some examples of how outward penance accompanies interior conversion?

Consult your textbook (pgs 140-143) for further help.

HEBREW SCRIPTURES HOMEWORK--KING DAVID

Download Hebrew Scripture Worksheets #29 and 30 by clicking on the link located in the left hand column. These two worksheets that focus on the life of David are due at the beginning of next class (11/28-11/29).

TAKE HOME QUIZ CLUES

Greetings, Sophomore students. If you are here, you have HOPEFULLY completed most of the quiz and have found it to be reasonably easy. The hard part is probably on the lightning bolt page...section II. Here are a couple of clues to help you...1=a; 3=t; 6=s. The code below DOES NOT correspond to exercize #I (the lighning bolts and crown matching exercize). GOOD LUCK!!!

HEBREW SCRIPTURES PROJECT

An important part of your grade this quarter will be the completion of a project. This is your opportunity to creatively compile your research on a specific topic. You may choose one of the following options:

Write a minimum 5 page paper on any person, event or book or issue associated with the Old Testament (at least 3 sources needed).

--OR--You may choose a more creative option…..

a. Retell the biblical story from the “other” side: Satan’s view of the Fall, an Egyptian’s view of the Exodus, Goliath’s view of the battle with David, the Canaanite’s view of the invasion of the Hebrews.

b. Prepare a portfolio of 5 characters done in pen and ink, watercolors, or pastels. Include a character description of each portrait (one typewritten paragraph per character).

c. Make a collection of maps related to Jewish history, showing significant events, moves and territories (one page typewritten summary).

d. Design a poster of original book jackets or album covers for biblical books. Write blurps for the book jackets or albums (at least 5).

e. Prepare a series of drawings from some of the more dramatic scenes from the Bible (one paragraph typewritten summary for each drawing).

f. Create a collage of a biblical character or episode using pictures and words cut from magazines (must be accompanied with a 2 page typewritten reflection on your theme).

g. Invent posters, buttons, slogans, or commercials for a Bible story (at least 5)

h. Write an interview of a biblical person.

i. Record a current event in biblical style.

j. Write the diary of a character in the Bible.

k. Make an illustrated booklet of favorite passages from the OT (at least 10).



All topics must be approved by me prior to completion.

All written works have a 5 page minimum requirement and must be typewritten in Times New Roman, 12 font.

Please note that this project will be due on December 17th…NO EXCEPTIONS!!!

Your project will be worth 200-250 points.

THANKSGIVING BREAK HOMEWORK

For those students who meet on Wednesday, 11/21, you must read pages 134-138 in you textx and answer #1-3 on page 138. You will be given a take home quiz on Wednesday that you must complete over the long break. Those students meeting on Tuesday, 11/20, both the assignment and the take home quiz will be due on Monday, 11/26.

MAKE UP ASSIGNMENTS FOR SICK STUDENTS 11/5-11/9

All students who were absent last week need to complete Lessons 27 & 28. Just click on the "Hebrew Scripture Worksheets" link located on the left hand column. Click and download/print out the two lessons. These will be due during the week of November 12th.

O.T. MIDTERM REVIEW

Briefly review pages 62-123 in your texts. This will cover all of the material for our mid-term exam.

SACRAMENT TEST PREPARATION

In addition to your notes, briefly read over the review questions on the following pages:

Pg 31--2,3; 6-10; 11, 13, 14
Pg 59--1-5; 7-16
Pg 84--1-12; 14-16
Pg 106--1-15

HEBREW SCRIPTURES HOMEWORK

Lessn #23. If you did not get this from me at school, simply go to the link option at the left column, click on Hebrew Scripture Worksheets, and click, then print out lesson #23, Torah Summary Worksheet. DUE MONDAY, 10/29-TUESDAY, 10/30.

SACRAMENTS HOMEWORK: CONFIRMATION

Students: During this long weekend, please do the following...

A- Read pages 87-95 in your text. Answer questions #1-7 on page 106.

B- In your Bibles, read the following passages and briefly describe the role of the Holy Spirit in each:

Gen 2:7
Ezek 37:1-14
Lk 1:26-35
Mt 3:13-17
Jn 14:16-17
Rom 5:5

DUE TUESDAY 10/16!!! Have a great weekend!!!

HEBREW SCRIPTURES HOMEWORK

Students: In additon to lesson 18, complete the journal assignment at the bottom of page 102 in your text....then answer the following questions...

How do the 10 Commandments play a part in your moral decisoin making? Give an example.

What are some other "gods" you have worshipped in your life?

How do you respond when someone around you uses God's name in vain?

Describe behavior you consider appropriate/inappropriate for Sunday.

How do you honor your parents now? How do you think you will honor them as an adult?

How strong is the commitment to save sex until marriage among your peers?

How does society promote an attitude of disrespect for the body andsexual behavior?

Have you ever told a lie that did damage to another person? How did you repair that damage?

What does it mean to dress modestly?

How is cheating in school an offense against the 7th commandment?

How can you practice loyalty and commitment in relationships now to help you prepare for the same when and if you are married?

HEBREW SCRIPTURES EXODUS HOMEWORK

DUE 10/4-10/5 Read Pages 84-92. Answer questions #1-3 on page 89 and #1-3 on page 93.

DUE 10/8-10/9 Read pages 93-102. Answer questions #1-3 on page 97; #1-2 on page 99; #1-2 on page 102.

HEBREW SCRIPTURES HOMEWORK--ABRAHAM & THE PATRIARCHS

Students are to read pages 71-79 in their textbooks and then answer questions 1-3 on page 79. Due 9/24-25 (Remember: ANY reading assignment is subject to a pop quiz).

HEBREW SCRIPTURES HOMEWORK

Read pages 61-75 in your text and answer the following questions:

pg 65 #1-3
pg 67 #1-3
pg 70 #1,2

Due Thursday, 9/20

SACRAMENTS CLASS FOR THE WEEK OF 9/17

Monday, 9/17--Finish movie. Take-home quiz
Wednesday, 9/19--Quiz on chapter 1. Teaching pairs will teach parts of chapter 2 in class
Friday, 9/21--Homework due: (read chapter 2, answer #1-5, 7-16 on page 59), begin studying sacrament of Baptism.

HEBREW SCRIPTURES QUIZ--SACRAMENTS QUIZ

Students: We will have a quiz on the introduction to the bible and creation next week (9/17-9/18)...can you answer the following questions???

How was the Bible written?
What type of truth does the Bible teach?
Name the four Bible study tools
What are the important lessons we learn in the first creation story?
Who wrote the Pentateuch?
What are the four main divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures?

If you can answer these simple questions, you will do well on your first quiz!!!

11th Graders!!!!

Your first quiz will be next Wednesday...more to follow!!!

Your quiz will take place next Wednesday or Thursday

SACRAMENTS CLASS OUTLINE

SACRAMENTS 2007-08
Mr. Delaney, Room 134


PURPOSE

The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with the teachings of the OT and to identify ourselves as Christians in the journey of God’s chosen people, the Israelites.

SPECIFIC GOALS

. Learn about the historical development of the Sacraments within Catholic Tradition
. Learn about the biblical roots of the Sacraments
. To understand the difference between a sacrament and a sacramental
. To see how the sacraments are an intrinsic part of the church’s mission and worship
. To understand how the sacraments reveal God’s love for us throughout our lives

TEXT

Each student is required to purchase the Catholic Youth Bible, NAB translation and “Our Sacramental Life.” It will be your responsibility to bring your Bible and textbook to class each day. DO NOT LOAN YOU BIBLE TO A FRIEND. In addition, you will be given photocopied worksheets and articles to supplement your Bible. YOU ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO PURCHASE A THREE RING BINDER W/ POCKETS. A Marker is also suggested to highlight specific passages from the Bible.

GRADING FOR THIS CLASS AND CLASS POLICIES ARE THE SAME AS FOR HEBREW SCRUPTURES...

HEBREW SCRIPTURES CLASS OUTLINE

PURPOSE

The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with the teachings of the OT and to identify ourselves as Christians in the journey of God’s chosen people, the Israelites.

SPECIFIC GOALS

. Learn how to read, study and pray (with) the Bible within the Catholic Tradition
. Learn how to use Bible tools
. To become familiar with the themes of most of the 46 OT books
. To focus on the lives of the Patriarchs, prophets and kings of the Israelites
. To understand key Catholic quotes that provide the basis for teachings in the Church
. To understand key concepts within the religion of Judaism

TEXT

Each student is required to purchase the Catholic Youth Bible, NAB translation and “The Old Testament…Our Call to Faith and Justice.” It will be your responsibility to bring your Bible and textbook to class each day. DO NOT LOAN YOU BIBLE TO A FRIEND. In addition, you will be given photocopied worksheets and articles to supplement your Bible. YOU ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO PURCHASE A THREE RING BINDER W/ POCKETS. A Marker is also suggested to highlight specific passages from the Bible.

GRADING

Grading for this class will be based on a point system. The more demanding the assignment, the more value it will have. On average, assignments will be graded as follows:

Homework: 10-50 pts
Quiz: 25-100 pts
Semester Project: 200-250 pts
Test: 150 pts
Class Attitude: 50 pts

Your grade will be determined according to the breakdown found in your student handbook.

CLASS POLICIES

Absentees: If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to find out what you missed. Students will be given one extra day for each day she is absent. (NB. Students will NOT be allowed to make up a “pop”quiz if absent that day).

Late work: All late work will receive a maximum 50% score. Teacher will not accept any work that is more that 2 days late.

Food and drink: NO FOOD OR DRINKS ARE ALLOWED IN CLASS (with the exception of bottled water).

Disruptive behavior: Any student disrupting class will be given teacher demerit. Any student who attempts to use cell phone, who does other class homework or wastes time rearranging her glamour photo shoot will have these items confiscated. THIS IS YOUR ONLY WARNING. If I find these things in my classroom, they become my property.

Right Attitude: As you know, we all start out on the same page. Remember that your effort and attitude mean everything in ALL of your classes. In order to succeed:

Participate, take notes, listen attentively, and most important, ALWAYS laugh at the teacher’s jokes. I am on campus every day before 7:00am. You can arrange to see me
M-F 7:30-8:00 or 3:00-3:15. Good luck, and have a GREAT YEAR!

Welcome Sophomores and Juniors!!!

I will be your religion teacher...OT NT Sacraments...I hope that this will be a resource for you during the course of this year!

Mr. D