Introduction
Dear children, today we will learn about Mary, Jesus’ mother.
Song
Activity
Planting a Mary Garden – What is it? Why are going to plant a garden?
Resources needed (the RC can prepare them beforehand)
A large pot, soil, any kinds of seeds or plants, and an image of the Virgin Mary
Together with the children stick the image of the Holy Virgin Mary on the pot, and then plant the seeds or plants together.
Prayer
Holy Mary, share with us the love of God and pray for us in all our needs. Amen.
Introduction
Dear students, today we are going to learn about the Virgin Mary. Who was the Virgin Mary?
Students give their answers.
The Blessed Virgin Mary
In numerous places, especially Catholic ones you will see an image, a painting or a statue of Mary. The devotion to Mary is a characteristic of the Church of Christ through the ages.
What is the role of a Mother?
Students give their answers.
After listening to the answers and reflections of the students, explain:
A mother has the responsibility to care for her family by doing the house chores – cooking, cleaning, washing the plates and clothes, and going to work to earn money to educate her children. The main role of a mother is to keep the family together.
What can you see in the image?
Give some time to the students to give their answers.
Give this explanation
This is the moment when Mary became God’s mother and send the message of life to the whole world.
Activity
While listening to this piece of music and different instruments in unity make beautiful harmony, choose a continent. On plain paper or on your tablet, write or draw a message to the people on this continent about the beauty of life.
Song
Game
Mary blesses us with her veil.
The teacher prepares a piece of white fabric.
Students pass this fabric from one hand to another over their heads to receive the blessing of the Virgin Mary.
Prayer
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Song/Dance
Time
30 minutes.
Aim
The students will reflect on how God can help us to deal with the stress and problems of life by making us resilient.
Learning Outcomes
- The students will be able to define the word resilience and link it to how God gives us healing and strength in our life.
- The students will be able to explain how God helps us to deal with stress and to face the future with positivity and courage.
Resources
Powerpoint, interactive whiteboard
Introduction
(Slide 1-2) The animator starts by referring to the word stress on slide 2. Before you click the mouse to show the animations with keywords about factors that trigger stress in youths, let the students answer the question: what causes you stress? Why?
Development
Step 1
(Slide 3) The animator discusses how we can take care of ourselves by asking:
- How do you deal with stress?
- What can you do to manage stress?
- How can time management help me to manage stress?
Learn life balance, study-work-rest-pray, do not waste time or procrastinate, be organized and flexible
- What can I do to live a healthy life?
Healthy eating, getting enough sleep, exercise, and relaxation, living free from addictions, having positive screen time, and work-life balance
- Why are positive relationships important?
Social life, self-esteem, managing peer pressure, having healthy interaction with friends, becoming more confident, learning to deal with conflict, forgiving and ask for forgiveness
- Why is it healthy to look for guidance and help with difficulties?
Adults such as teachers, counsellors, guidance teachers, religious counsellors can support you through personal trauma, difficulties with family, friends, and relationships, forgiveness and healing the past, finding God in your life, dealing with anxiety, depression, or taking care of your mental health, finding God in your life,
Step 2
(Slide 4) The animator asks
- Could prayer help? How?
Step 3
The animator explains that Our Lady, who is venerated not by Christians only but also by many other religions such as Islam, is a lady of peace and can help us in our life through her example to follow Jesus and prayer. Refer to the Bible quote John 2:5. In the wedding in Cana, she told the servants: “Do whatever he tells you.”
Step 4
Prayer
Mary Our Heavenly Mother,
I know you love me and take care of me.
I trust you with all my hopes for the future.
I lay all my fears, anxieties, and worries at your feet.
I place my life in your loving hands. Amen
Amen
Time
30 minutes.
Aim
The students will reflect on how God can help us to deal with the stress and problems of life by making us resilient.
Learning Outcomes
- The students will be able to define the word resilience and link it to how God gives us healing and strength in our life.
- The students will be able to explain how God helps us to deal with stress and to face the future with positivity and courage.
Resources
Powerpoint, interactive whiteboard
Introduction
(Slide 1-2) The animator starts by referring to the word stress on slide 2. Before you click the mouse to show the animations with keywords about factors that trigger stress in youths, let the students answer the question: what causes you stress? Why?
Development
Step 1
(Slide 3) The animator discusses how we can take care of ourselves by asking:
- How do you deal with stress?
- What can you do to manage stress?
- How can time management help me to manage stress?
Learn life balance, study-work-rest-pray, do not waste time or procrastinate, be organized and flexible
- What can I do to live a healthy life?
Healthy eating, getting enough sleep, exercise, and relaxation, living free from addictions, having positive screen time, and work-life balance
- Why are positive relationships important?
Social life, self-esteem, managing peer pressure, having healthy interaction with friends, becoming more confident, learning to deal with conflict, forgiving and asking for forgiveness
- Why is it healthy to look for guidance and help with difficulties?
Adults such as teachers, counsellors, guidance teachers, religious counsellors can support you through personal trauma, difficulties with family, friends, and relationships, forgiveness and healing the past, finding God in your life, dealing with anxiety, depression, or taking care of your mental health, finding God in your life,
Step 2
(Slide 4) The animator asks
- Could prayer help? How?
Step 3
The animator explains that Our Lady, who is venerated not by Christians only but also by many other religions such as Islam, is a lady of peace and can help us in our life through her example to follow Jesus and prayer. Refer to the Bible quote John 2:5. In the wedding in Cana, she told the servants: “Do whatever he tells you.”
Step 4
Prayer
Mary Our Heavenly Mother,
I know you love me and take care of me.
I trust you with all my hopes for the future.
I lay all my fears, anxieties, and worries at your feet.
I place my life in your loving hands. Amen
Amen