Grade 9 Lesson 7 Draft

Textbook Lesson

Learning Outcomes

Holy Qurbana

  • G9.LO6 - Dissect the quote "The Eucharist is the state of perfect man. When man stands before the throne of God, when he has fulfilled all that God has given him to fulfill, when all sins are forgiven, all joy restored, then there is nothing else for him to do, but to give thanks." (Fr. Schmemann)
  • G9.LO7 - Examine "The Eucharist is our secret joy and certitude, the source of inspiration and growth, the victory that overcomes evil, the presence that makes our whole life, life in Christ." (Fr. Schmemann)
  • G9.LO8 - Consider the quote "Liturgy is the source and the expression of the entire spiritual experience. In prayers, the Church articulates its vision of God and the destiny of humanity and the entire creation" (Fr. Baby Varghese)

Liturgical Calendar

  • G9.LO10 - Analyze the patterns of the Old Testament Readings, New Testament Readings and Gospel so as to develop a deeper understanding of our Salvation and our purpose as Christians.

Fasting

  • G9.LO32 - Articulate that we also have a tradition of optional supplemental fasts that people can observe out of personal piety and for specific intercessions.

Symbolism

  • G9.LO38 - Experience our liturgical life of the Church as a taste and revelation of the heavenly reality.

Talmido

  • “Everyone capable of thanksgiving is capable of salvation and eternal joy.” -Opening words of Fr. Alexander Schmemann’s last sermon