First Grade
“Let the children come to me.” Luke 9:13
Christ Jesus the Way
Unit 1 God’s Gifts
“You are my beloved Son.” Mark 1:11
a. God’s creation is good.
b. God’s gift of family
c. Jesus and the Holy Family
d. The help of the Holy Spirit
Unit 2 Prayer and Praise
“We thank you, God.” Psalm 75:2
a. The Bible is God’s Word.
b. Talking to God
c. Showing love for God in praise
d. Saying thank you to God
Unit 3 Love and Care
“Be kind to on another.” Ephesians 4:32
a. Being sorry for doing wrong
b. Jesus taught to forgive others
c. Being a good neighbor
d. Praying for others
Unit 4 Welcome
“Jesus welcomed the crowds and spoke to them about the kingdom of God” Luke 9:11
a. Joining the Catholic Church
b. Being part of the parish family
c. Leaders for all God’s people
d. Inviting everyone to God’s kingdom
Unit 5 Celebration
“I thank you, O Lord, with all my heart.” Psalm 138:1
a. Going to Mass
b. Thanking God for all his gifts
c. Saying the Lord’s Prayer
d. Understanding Holy Communion
Unit 6 Giving
“Serve the Lord with you whole heart and soul.” Joshua 22:5
a. Jesus died to bring new life.
b. Jesus is the Way to God.
c. Loving Jesus by loving others
d. Being happy to serve Jesus
A Little Catechism
In grade one, the students learn about what it means to be one of God’s children. They learn that they can use the minds, hearts and hands that God gave them to know, love and serve God.
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