The aim of this unit is to give the children an understanding of the Church in its widest sense. To see the similarities and differences between denominations and to develop further their concept of symbolism.
Programme of Study to include:
Discussing Jesus’ words to Peter ‘You are the rock on which I will build my Church’
Looking at pictures of Churches from around the world
Visiting and exploring the Parish Church and at least one other from a different denomination
Finding out what happens in a Church and Church community life
Exploring in more depth the symbolism in the Church (colours, artefacts, etc)
Key Vocabulary: Church, Chapel, Cathedral, Vicar, Curate, Priest and Minister
Key Experiences:
Visiting the Parish Church and at least one Church of a different denomination discussing the similarities and differences.
Key Questions
What does ‘Church’ mean?
Are all Churches the same?
What does it mean to belong to a Church?
What have you learned about the Church?
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