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  • Putting Bible Truth into all the Church Stuff

    Church stuff involves lots of traditions, numerous opinions from within and societal pressures from the outside all resulting in a potentially explosive situation. Traditions are not necessarily things that have been carried out for centuries, some traditions are birthed after just a few months! These issues are where the rubber hits the road for church…

  • Jesus Christ – a real historical life-changing person

    Jesus Christ, a Jew from Nazareth, has changed the lives of millions of people from all around the world for the last two thousand years.Some say he was just a myth, but he is a proven, historical man with non-Christian evidence.When were the Gospels about Jesus written? Jesus’ titles are Prophet, Priest and King.

  • Jesus’ Last Supper and the connection to Passover – Podcast transcript:

    This Podcast, ‘Jesus’ Last Supper and the connection to Passover,’ opens up the secrets of the origin of Holy Communion: POLO: Right, Priscilla and Maurice. We are going to look at Jesus’ Last Supper, which is now also known as Holy Communion, or the Mass. PRISCILLA: Polo, is that when Christians have a bit of…

    Jesus holding a clay cup. Jesus' last supper. What is Holy Communion?

  • Baptism of Jesus and John the Baptist’s shocking sermons – Podcast transcript:

    The baptism of Jesus was the climax to John the Baptist’s life. Step into the dramatic world of John the Baptist—his bold sermons, fiery warnings, and the unforgettable moment he baptises Jesus! Discover how John prepared the way for the Messiah, faced King Herod, and remained faithful to God. A powerful, Bible-based story for all…

    Jesus' baptism and John the Baptist's shocking sermons.

  • Simon Peters confession of Jesus Christ, a dramization by three characters. Podcast transcript:

    Simon Peters confession of Jesus Christ. Follow Atticus and Tabitha as they journey to Caesarea Philippi, where Jesus asks his disciples what people are saying about him.Then we walk into the conversation with his disciples, where Jesus asks them a very personal question. Watch now and reflect on the question Jesus still asks us today.…

    Caesarea Philippi with it's temples and idols. Simon Peters confession of Jesus Christ.

  • Parables of Jesus worksheet

    Print page 2 only, to get just the worksheet.This Parables of Jesus worksheet contains: This worksheet relates to the: Parables of Jesus lesson planAlso see: Parables of Jesus RE resources

  • Parables of Jesus lesson plan

    Jesus told many simple stories, now known as the parables of Jesus, which had hidden spiritual truths within them. But how much time have teachers got to organise a complete lesson on teaching the parables? Here is a ready-to-use lesson plan to help busy KS1 teachers present two well-known parables, the Prodigal Son and the…

    Where walkers finish their walk - for the Parables of Jesus lesson plan

  • Parables of Jesus RE resources

    1. Teacher’s background information. What is a parable?What are the Prodigal Son, the Good Samaritan, and the other parables of Jesus all about?The topics covered are: ASSESSMENT AIM: 1. Sacred Texts (Stories, Scriptures, parables & teachings)Can retell a religious story or parableCan identify a sacred book (e.g. Bible)Can explain why a sacred text is important…

  • The festival of Christmas. RE resources

    1. Teacher’s background information. There is a reminder of the Church Year and its Christian festivals. Then there is a detailed look at how Christmas came about, with various visits from angels, the scandal of a girl becoming pregnant, the inconvenience and pain of having to travel to Bethlehem, the worry of no rooms to…

  • [2] What is the story of Jesus’ childhood like?

    Jesus’ childhood and birth, two temple visits, prophesies, from a stable to a house in Bethlehem, Mary’s purification and other customs. God was weaving his plan together…

    jesus childhood min

  • Rule Cards for Jesus and Nicodemus lesson plan

    Print page 2 only, to get just the worksheet.These are the rule cards to go with the lesson plan and they show: These rule cards relate to the Jesus and Nicodemus lesson planAlso, this Jesus and Nicodemus worksheet goes with the lesson plan.

  • Jesus and Nicodemus worksheet

    Print page 2 only, to get just the worksheet.This What Did Jesus Do worksheet contains: This worksheet relates to the Jesus and Nicodemus lesson planThese are the Rule Cards that go with the above lesson plan.Also see: What did Jesus do? RE resources

  • Jesus and Nicodemus RE resources

    1. Teacher’s background information. In just three years, Jesus taught people about the Kingdom of Heaven, performed miracles, spoke out against the religious leaders and lived such a perfect life that his accusers could find nothing wrong in his life. Christians believe that Jesus was sent by God for a very special mission to basically…

  • What did Jesus teach? Lesson plan

    This teacher’s copy of the What Did Jesus Teach lesson plan is printer-friendly. RESOURCES: STARTER: The world champion boxer, Mohammed Ali, used to describe himself as ‘floating like a butterfly and stinging like a bee’. Q. What did he mean by that? He moved easily around the boxing ring, effortlessly like a butterfly. His punches…

    Jesus with two children.

  • I am the Resurrection sketch lesson plan

    This teachers copy of the I am the Resurrection sketch lesson plan is printer friendly. This sketch relates to the What did Jesus teach lesson plan It has the What did Jesus teach worksheetSee also: What did Jesus teach? RE resources [LOOSELY WRAP THE “GRAVE CLOTHES” (A BANDAGE OR LOO ROLL) ROUND AND ROUND A…

  • What did Jesus teach worksheet

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  • What did Jesus teach? RE resources

    1. Teacher’s background information. Jesus said, “I am the good Shepherd”, “I am the bread of life”, “I am the Resurrection”, and “I am the Light of the world”.This lesson plan explores these different insights into who Jesus was and what he taught. This lesson plan will explore and look at the ‘Two Great Commandments’…

  • What is in the Bible? (Sacred Book) RE resources

    The children will learn that the Bible consists of many books written by many authors over thousands of years, and they all form one complete book. 1. Teacher’s background information. Christians believe that this book has been inspired by God and reveals things about him and us.What can the Bible teach us nowadays? The topics…