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Making Sense of the Reformation in 1 Day
Ninth graders explore the events of the Protestant Reformation. in this religious denominations lesson, 9th graders use the provided graphic organizer to take notes on a PowerPoint presentation about the different beliefs withing...
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Early Christian Ireland: The Arrival of Christianity from AD 400 onwards
Tour the green hills and misty skies of Ireland in this presentation, which discusses the arrival and integration of Christianity. Some slides have a large block of text, which could be remedied with some editing. Representing the...
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Protestants and Catholics
In these religious beliefs worksheets, students read about the religious beliefs for the Protestants and Catholics. Students answer 10 questions about the text.
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Protestant and Catholic Word Search
In this religion worksheet, students find 15 words associated with the Protestant and Catholic religions hidden in a word search puzzle.
Joe Paprocki's Catechist's Journey
40 Ideas for 40 Days
From constructing a colorful paper chain for learners to keep track of their Lenten goals to baskets of plastic eggs filled with suggestions for observing Holy Week, here you'll find a variety of activities and ideas for the forty days...
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The Reformation in England
In this world history worksheet set, students read two pages of information about the Reformation in England and Martin Luther. They read about the stages of the break from Rome. There are no questions associated with the page.
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Joan of Arc: Virgin Warrior
Students view a documentary on Joan of Arc. She is one of the most venerated saints in the Catholic religion, yet she was burned at the stake as a heretic. After viewing, students discuss what they saw and write a newspaper column...
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History: An African American Cultural Celebration
Students prepare and organize a cultural celebration of African migration and immigration. Working in groups or individually, they research topics and present the information, including dance demonstrations, instrumental or vocal...
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Scenes of Reverence: The Virgin of Guadalupe
Students learn the history of Christianity in New Spain. They learn the story and significance of the Virgin of Guadalupe. They compare and contrast images of the Virgin and religious art to European counterparts.
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St. Michael, Prince of the Celestial Armies
Students describe this work of art as reflecting the beliefs of Mexicans in the viceregal period. They create their own sculptures in a lightweight material that shows themselves in an active pose.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: The Gospel of Matthew
This is a scholarly explanation of the origin and content of the Gospel of Matthew in the New Testament. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material...
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: St. Catherine of Siena
This biography of Catherine of Sienna (1347-1380 CE) includes links to information about many significant people or terms. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia," is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context...
J. Paul Getty Trust
J. Paul Getty Museum: Holy Image, Sacred Ground: Icons From Sinai
A stunning exhibition, organized by the Getty in 2006, looks at the world's largest collection of Byzantine icons, from the Holy Monastery of Saint Catherine, located in the desert, near Mount Sinai, in Egypt. With many media-rich tools...
Other
Edocere: St. John Bosco
Biography of St. John Bosco. He is considered a Patron Saint of Education in the Roman Catholic religion. St. John Bosco worked to help educate young boys.
PBS
Pbs Frontline: The Gospel of Mary
An excerpt from the gnostic gospel in which Mary Magdalene is viewed as one of the disciples. She relays how Jesus came to her in a vision.
Ireland Information
History Early Christian Period (Ireland)
A brief history of the influence of Christianity in Ireland during the 5th - 9th centuries.
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People in Saint Peter's Square Surrounded by Colonnaded Buildings
A series of pictures showing various scenes and buildings from the famous center of the Catholic Church. Scroll down the page to view the other pcitures.