Diocese of Phoenix - Religion Curriculum - Grade 1
ELEMENTARY RELIGION CURRICULUM
DIOCESE OF PHOENIX – August 2001
GRADE 1
I. CONTENT THEME/STRAND
You should love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your being, with all your strength, and with
all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself.
II. INSTRUCTIONAL FOCUS
¨ To realize that God communicates with God’s people through the Bible
¨ To recognize that each person belongs to many groups: family, parish, school, neighborhood, etc.
¨ To worship together through prayer and liturgy
¨ To demonstrate that every person deserves love, care, and respect
III. STUDENT PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES
A. Profession of Faith (Creed-What We Believe) CCC reference
STUDENTS WILL
*1. understand that God is the creator of the world;
*2. recognize that the world God made is good; 198,280,338,340
*3. know that God created the human person in the image of God; 341,347
4. realize that we are all children of God.
B. Celebration of Christian Mystery (Sacraments/Liturgy-How We Celebrate) CCC reference
STUDENTS WILL
1. recognize the whole liturgical life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic 1113
sacrifice and the sacraments;
2. understand that Jesus promises to be with us always;
3. recognize that the Church celebrates the sacraments; 1252,1265,1282
4. understand that Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the Word;
5. actively participate during the celebration of Mass; 1124,1145-52
6. participate in a variety of liturgical experiences; 2564,965
7. plan and participate in school liturgies;
8. participate in the May Crowning;
9. participate in the Stations of the Cross; 2650
10. experience that the liturgical seasons of Ordinary time, Advent, Christmas, Lent,
and Easter help us live our faith; 1163-78,1168
11. understand that Advent is a season of waiting;
12. experience Lent as a time for sacrifice and giving; 1172,1173,1195
13. recognize that the church honors Mary and the saints; 1195
14. understand that the liturgy is a special celebration for people to worship and
pray together; 1145-62
15. experience the rituals associated with saints.
C. Life in Christ (Christian Living-How We Live) CCC reference
STUDENTS WILL
1. know that Jesus is the Son of God; 443,464-469
2. know that Jesus was born of Mary; 724
3. know that the history of Jesus is in the Bible;
4. recognize that Jesus teaches through parables and by example; 546
5. identify that there are three persons in the true and living God; 684,732
6. recognize that the Holy Spirit guides us;
7. recognize love as the core of family life;
8. explain how they are special and unique within their family; 2201-3, 2232-33
9. recognize that they will grow and change;
10. discuss and explain that they have choices;
11. explore and celebrate friendships; 1829
12. recognize that life is a gift from God; 2260
13. recognize that Christians treat themselves and others with respect; 2415-373
14. show empathy/reach out to those in need. 1716-24
D. Christian Prayer (Prayer-How We Pray) CCC reference
STUDENTS WILL
1. understand that prayer is communication with God; 2564-17
2. learn and pray the assigned prayers in the Prayers and Practices section; 2564-17,2617-19
3. experience a variety of prayer forms, including group and silent prayer, songs, 2705-08,2709-19
readings, and prayers of petition. 2721,2700-04
IV. KEY SCRIPTURE REFERENCES/STORIES
*Geneses. 1:1-31 Creation
Exodus 14:10-22 Crossing of the Red Sea
Isaiah 11:1-4 Root of Jesse
Isaiah 11:6-9 Parable Kingdom
Luke 1:5-20 Announcement of the birth of John
Luke 1:45-56 (Review Annunciation)Magnificat
Matthew 2:1-12 Visit of the Magi
Luke 10:25-28 The Greatest Commandment
Luke 10:29 The Good Samaritan
Matthew 13:44-46 Treasure and Pearl
Matthew 6:9-15 The Lord’s Prayer
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Matthew 19:13-15 Blessing of the Children
