The Magi followed a great light and found Baby Jesus, the Light of the World, who had come to save all people.

The angels deliver God's message of salvation to His people. God has given to each one of us a guardian angel, to guard and guide us along the path of life.

Teacher's Aims:
- To proclaim the story of the Angel Gabriel’s annunciation to Mary that God desires her to become the mother of His Son.
- To lift up the first part of the “Hail Mary” prayer.

This lesson aims to familiarize the children with items used in the celebration of the Mass.

In Baptism, God gives us the new life of grace, we become members of God's family, and we receive the forgiveness of original sin.

This compilation of lessons offers the children concrete, practical ways to be safe, kind, and prayerful in their learning environment. A quiet, tranquil environment will support the children to develop concentration and listen for the voice of God speaking into their hearts.

The first words of the "Hail Mary" prayer were said by the angel Gabriel when he appeared to Mary, and by Elizabeth when Mary visited her.

This lesson aims to introduce the liturgical season of Lent as a time in which we prepare to celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection.

Just as the mixed water and wine are inseparable, humanity and divinity are fully united in Jesus.

This lesson aims to show children how to fill the cruets with wine and water; as well as to prompt them to ponder about the preparations that people make to celebrate Mass.

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.
God takes care of me, I can trust Him for all my needs.

The saints are holy friends of God, who love Him very much.

Jesus is the Light of the World. Do we let the light of Christ we received at Baptism shine brightly, or do we hide it?

This temporary lesson is made available out of Dr. Gerard O’Shea’s personal work and copyright, which through his generosity we are allowed to share. The Catechetical Institute will be soon replacing this item with its own version and is not responsible for the copyright of the content of this current posting.

This temporary lesson is made available out of Dr. Gerard O’Shea’s personal work and copyright, which through his generosity we are allowed to share. The Catechetical Institute will be soon replacing this item with its own version and is not responsible for the copyright of the content of this current posting.

This temporary lesson is made available out of Dr. Gerard O’Shea’s personal work and copyright, which through his generosity we are allowed to share.
The Catechetical Institute will be soon replacing this item with its own version and is not responsible for the copyright of the content of this current posting.

This temporary lesson is made available out of Dr. Gerard O’Shea’s personal work and copyright, which through his generosity we are allowed to share. The Catechetical Institute will be soon replacing this item with its own version and is not responsible for the copyright of the content of this current posting.

This temporary lesson is made available out of Dr. Gerard O’Shea’s personal work and copyright, which through his generosity we are allowed to share. The Catechetical Institute will be soon replacing this item with its own version and is not responsible for the copyright of the content of this current posting.

It is through the power of the Holy Spirit that Mary conceives Jesus in her womb; it is through the same Holy Spirit that Jesus becomes present on the altar at Mass.

This practice of silence creates the condition for us to hear the “still, small voice of God” (1 Kings 19:12) speaking to our hearts. 

Who is the Good Shepherd?
Jesus is the Good Shepherd who loves us, His sheep.

What does the Good Shepherd do?
He calls His sheep by name.

At the Last Supper, Jesus said the words that had never been spoken before: "Take, this is My Body. . . This is My Blood. . ."

Jesus, Son of God and Son of Mary, was born in Bethlehem.
Just like what the angel told them, the shepherds found Mary and Joseph, and Baby Jesus lying in a manger.

The tomb was empty because Jesus has risen from the dead!

The Sign of the Cross reminds us that we belong to God and it helps us to trust God when we feel weak or troubled.

What amazing meeting happened at the Visitation?
The Holy Spirit filled Elizabeth who was pregnant with John, so they miraculously recognize Jesus' presence in Mary's womb.