Friday, April 15, 2011
Celebrating the Mass Lesson- The Gospel
(This lesson is in accordance with the new Roman Missal that is to be implemented on November 27, 2011.)
*Be sure to adjust this lesson to fit the needs of your students.
(Please take in consideration that I am just a Mom and I'm providing these lessons and activities to the best of my abilities. I will try to make them as accurate as possible, but I know I will make a few mistakes and it was not intentional.)
Gospel means “good news” and the reading is taken from the New Testament. During the Gospel we stand and listen to the priest read from the Book of the Gospels.
If incense is used, the priest puts some into the thurible. After this, the deacon who is to proclaim the Gospel, bowing profoundly before the priest, asks for a blessing, saying in a low voice: Your blessing, Father.
The priest says in a low voice:
May the Lord be in your heart and on your lips
that you may proclaim his Gospel worthily and well,
in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
The deacon signs himself with the Sign of the Cross and replies: Amen.
If, however, a deacon is not present, the priest, bowing before the altar, says quietly:
Cleanse my heart and my lips, almighty God,
that I may worthily proclaim your holy Gospel.
The Deacon, or the Priest, then proceeds to the ambo, accompanied, if appropriate, by ministers with incense and candles. There he says:
The Lord be with you.
People: And with your spirit.
Priest: A reading from the holy Gospel according to N.
*At the same time, he makes the Sign of the Cross on the book and on his forehead, lips, and breast. The people make a fist with their right hand and with our thumb we make a small Sign of the Cross on our forehead, on our lips and over our heart and silently pray, “God be in my mind, on my lips, and in my heart.”)
People: Glory to you, O Lord.
Then the deacon, or the priest, incenses the book, if incense is used, and proclaims the Gospel.
At the end of the Gospel, the Deacon, or the Priest, acclaims: The Gospel of the Lord.
All reply: Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
Then he kisses the book, saying quietly: Through the words of the Gospel may our sins be wiped away.
Then follows the homily, which is to be preached by a priest or deacon. The homily may even be given by a Bishop or a priest who is present at the celebration but cannot concelebrate. During the homily the people sit. This is when the priest shares special thoughts and ideas with us to help us connect the gospel to our own life experiences.
After the homily a brief period of silence is appropriately observed.
Questions:
What does Gospel mean? (Good News)
Do we stand or sit during the Gospel? (Stand)
What book is the Gospel read from? (The Book of the Gospels)
Is the Gospel from the Old or New Testament? (New)
Who reads the Gospel? (A deacon or a priest.)
Where do we cross ourselves three times? (Once on the forehead, once on our lips, and once over our heart.)
When we cross ourselves three times, what do we say? (“God be in my mind, on my lips, and in my heart.”)
Who does the homily? (A deacon or a priest.)
Do we stand or sit during the homily? (Sit)
What is a homily? (This is when the priest shares special thoughts and ideas with us to help us connect the gospel to our own life experiences.)
Craft/Activity:
Lesson 11: Preparing for the Gospel- Children Discover the Mass by Mary Doefler Dall
An inventive way to help children learn to make the Sign of the Cross on our forehead, on our lips and over our heart and silently pray, “God be in my mind, on my lips, and in my heart.” (Craft/Activity directions pages 59 – 60).
These activities below are free, however they can only to be used for classroom and personal use. They may not be published on any websites or other electronic media, or distributed in newsletters, bulletins, or any other form or sold for profit. Reproduction or retransmission of any materials, in whole or in part, in any manner, is not permitted. All graphics/images/clipart etc. used on these activities are not my own and are from various internet sources.
Game:
Stand Up, Sit Down Game
Directions: Have the students stand in front of their chairs with plenty of room in front of them. Say to the students: Let’s review what you should do during the Liturgy of the Word Sequence. When I say a part of the Liturgy of the Word, you must stand or sit like you would do in Mass.
During the First Reading, what are you supposed to do? (Sit)
During the Responsorial Psalm (we join in a prayer that is read or sung) what do we do? (Sit)
During the Second Reading, what are you supposed to do? (Sit)
When we sing the Gospel Acclamation (“Alleluia”), what are you supposed to do? (Stand)
During the Gospel what do you do? (Stand)
What do we do during the Homily? (Sit)
*If the students do well, mix up the sequence above and see how well they do.
Worksheet:
The Gospel- Circle the best available answer for each of the following.
Friday, April 8, 2011
Celebrating the Mass Lesson- Liturgy of the Word Sequence
(This lesson is in accordance with the new Roman Missal that is to be implemented on November 27, 2011.)
*Be sure to adjust this lesson to fit the needs of your students.
(Please take in consideration that I am just a Mom and I'm providing these lessons and activities to the best of my abilities. I will try to make them as accurate as possible, but I know I will make a few mistakes and it was not intentional.)
There is a specific order to the readings done at Mass. The people sit and the Lector stands at the ambo and reads the first reading from the Lectionary. The Lector can either be a man or woman. Sometimes teens are Lectors. The first reading is from the Old Testament (except during the Easter Season) which was written before Jesus was born and relates to the Gospel Reading of the day.
To indicate the end of the reading, the Lector acclaims: “The Word of the Lord.”
All reply: “Thanks be to God.”
After the first reading comes the Responsorial Psalm, which is an important part of the Liturgy of the Word and holds great liturgical and pastoral importance, because it fosters meditation on the word of God. The Responsorial Psalm should correspond to each reading and should, as a rule, be taken from the Lectionary.
The Book of Psalms is from the Old Testament. It is a collection of inspired poems, hymns, and prayers. It is preferred that the Responsorial Psalm be sung, at least as far as the people's response is concerned. The Cantor sings the verses of the Psalm from the ambo or another suitable place. The entire congregation remains seated and listens but, as a rule, takes part by singing the response, except when the Psalm is sung straight through without a response.
Then the Lector reads the second reading from the ambo. The second reading is from the New Testament which deal with the coming of Jesus and the establishment of God’s New Covenant with humanity through Jesus, God’s Son.
To indicate the end of the reading, the Lector acclaims: “The Word of the Lord.”
All reply: “Thanks be to God.”
This is followed by the Gospel Acclamation (Alleluia) or another chant laid down by the rubrics, as the liturgical time requires.
After the Second Reading we are about to hear the Gospel proclaimed. First, the Gospel Acclamation, the Alleluia, it is usually sung and this can be done in a number of ways. Alleluia is a word of praise and happiness and it is part of our preparation for the reading of the Gospel. As we stand, the priest or deacon moves toward the altar to take the Book of the Gospels. The minister who will read the Gospel is joined by two candle bearers called “acolytes” (a Greek word that means “attendants”), and another acolyte who bears incense (in Masses during which incense is being used). As we sing the Alleluia, the Book of the Gospels is held aloft and carried in procession to the ambo.
During the Lenten season the Alleluia is not sung or said. The Alleluia is replaced with another verse that gives praise to the Lord. The Book of the Gospels is still carried in solemn procession during the season of Lent, but the absence of the Alleluia alerts us to a time of meditation. After the Alleluia we continue to stand for the Gospel.
Questions:
What do we call the person who reads the first and second reading? (The Lector.)
Which book is the first and second reading read from? (The Lectionary.)
Where do the first readings usually come from in the Bible? (The Old Testament.)
How do we respond to the readings after the Lector says, “The Word of the Lord.” (“Thanks be to God.”)
The Book of Psalms is from the Old or New Testament? (Old)
Do we stand or sit during the first and second reading? (Sit)
Is the Lector a man or a woman? (Either)
Where do the second readings come from in the Bible? (The New Testament.)
Do we stand during the Gospel Acclamation (Alleluia)? (Yes)
What season is the Gospel Acclamation (Alleluia) not sung or said? (During Lent.)
Do we stand or sit during the Gospel? (Stand)
Lesson:
thereligionteacher.com- Liturgy of the Word Lesson Plan
Lesson plan consists of objectives, learning activities, worksheets, lecture, centers, assessment, etc.
Craft:
Lesson 9: Liturgy of the Word Sequence- Children Discover the Mass by Mary Doefler Dall
Color pieces then cut them out. On a long strip of colored paper glue the pieces in the correct order. (Craft directions and template on page 55 & 56.)
Game:
This game below is free, however it can only to be used for classroom and personal use. It may not be published on any websites or other electronic media, or distributed in newsletters, bulletins, or any other form or sold for profit. Reproduction or retransmission of any materials, in whole or in part, in any manner, is not permitted. All graphics/images/clipart etc. used on this game are not my own and are from various internet sources.
Liturgy of the Word Sequence Card Game- For 2 to 4 players print out on card stock at least 2 copies of each page (for more players print more copies). Shuffle cards and the Dealer deals out 4 cards to each player. Dealer puts cards down in the middle of the table, turns over the top card, and places it beside the deck. From the cards in his hand the Dealer must place the next card in the sequence of the Liturgy of the Word on top of the card facing up. If he does not have the proper card, he must draw a card from the deck. Play moves clockwise. If the deck runs out, play moves to the next player clockwise and game continues. The first player to run out of cards wins.
Puzzles & Worksheets:
wordmint.com- Liturgy of the Word (Word Search)
thewordsearch.com- Liturgy of the Word (Word Search)
wordmint.com- The Liturgy of the Word (Crossword)
smp.org- The Liturgy of the Word (Crossword)
teacherspayteachers.com- Liturgy of the Word Notes
thecatholickid.com- Catholic Spelling & Vocabulary Words Liturgy Worksheets
mycatholickids.com- The Collect and the First Reading page 4, The Psalm and the Second Reading page 5, The Gospel and the Homily page 6
thereligionteacher.com- Order of the Mass (At this station, I had the students cut out the parts of the Liturgy of the Word I introduced earlier in the lesson and place them in the correct order. I didn’t have them glue them to the handout, but had them practice again and again until they got the order memorized)>
smp.org- The Liturgy of the Word
A worksheet that looks at the three sources of readings at Mass
Friday, April 1, 2011
Celebrating the Mass Lesson- Gloria
(This lesson is in accordance with the new Roman Missal that is to be implemented on November 27, 2011.)
*Be sure to adjust this lesson to fit the needs of your students.
(Please take in consideration that I am just a Mom and I'm providing these lessons and activities to the best of my abilities. I will try to make them as accurate as possible, but I know I will make a few mistakes and it was not intentional.)
Gloria is a song, sometimes it is read. It is a joyous acclamation in which we praise God and recognize the Father as our heavenly King and Jesus as the Lamb of God. We do not sing or recite the Gloria during Sundays in Advent or Lent.
Gloria is a prayer that is actually an ancient hymn with three parts. The first part is the song that the shepherds heard sung by a heavenly choir of angels at the birth of Jesus. The second part praises God by recalling all of His attributes. The third part prays to Jesus, asking Him to save us from our sins.
We continue to stand during Gloria as it is sung or it is read.
Glory to God in the highest,
and on earth peace to people of good will.
We praise you,
we bless you,
we adore you,
we glorify you,
we give you thanks for your great glory,
Lord God, heavenly King,
O God, almighty Father.
Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son,
Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father,
you take away the sins of the world,
have mercy on us;
you take away the sins of the world,
receive our prayer;
you are seated at the right hand of the Father,
have mercy on us.
For you alone are the Holy One,
you alone are the Lord,
you alone are the Most High,
Jesus Christ,
with the Holy Spirit,
in the glory of God the Father.
Amen.
When this hymn is concluded, the priest, with hands joined, says: “Let us pray.”
And all pray in silence with the priest for a moment.
Then the priest, with hands extended, says the Collect prayer, at the end of which the people acclaim: “Amen.”
Questions:
Are we standing or sitting during Gloria? (Standing)
Is Gloria sung or said? (Either)
Long ago, who heard the angels sing part of this song at Jesus’ birth? (The shepherds)
The second part of this song praises whom? (God)
The third part of this song prays to Jesus asking Him to do what? (To save us from our sins.)
What times of the year is this prayer not said or sung at Mass? (During Sundays in Advent and Lent.)
Activities:
catholicmom.com- Catechist Resources for Roman Missal, 3rd Edition
Gloria- lesson with Puzzle (page 2), Stand Up Angel Craft (page 3)
Crafts:
Introduce craft: Who died on the cross so our sins would be forgiven?
catholicicing.blogspot.com- Printable Resurrection Set
Only make Jesus on the Cross which is on page 1. Directions on how to make craft is posted.
*Be sure to have students cut out the cross on the dotted lines so the cross will stick out.
christiancrafters.com- Mosaic Cross
Easy cross necklace/magnet that all kids can make.
christiancrafters.com- Colors of Christ Cross (neat tip on the bottom for little ones)
orientaltrading.com- Jelly Bean Prayer Cross Craft Kit
kinderart.com- Jelly Bean Sweet Jar (craft)
mama-jean.blogspot.com- Jelly Bean Prayer label (printable)
churchhousecollection.blogspot.com- Jelly Bean Prayer Toilet Paper Roll Craft For Easter
thriftyfun.com- Jelly Bean Prayer Magnet
Cute magnet using painted dry beans.
Games:
christiancrafters.com- 2 Games: Clean Heart & Repent (scroll down for these)
The following games are from nashvilleras.com- More than 100 Missions Bible Memory Games and Other Activities
A May Zing- Display Gloria on a chalk or white board. Children read Gloria together several times. Erase Gloria. Begin writing it again on the board, but purposely incorrectly. As soon as a child detects an error, he or she calls out, “Zing!” Erase and begin again. Continue going through Gloria several times before you write it correctly.
Bible Verse Hopscotch- Using masking tape or chalk, mark off a hopscotch grid in an open area. Write the words of Gloria on a card. Place a card in each of the squares of the grid. Children will take turns completing the hopscotch grid until all have learned Gloria.
Blank Verse- On a chalk or white board write Gloria, leaving blanks for words you intentionally leave out. List all the words omitted on the board in a random fashion. Ask one child to go and write a word in the proper blank. Repeat until Gloria is completed. This can be done several times until all children have the verse memorized.
Cut and Glue a Verse- Write Gloria on construction paper and tape it on the wall. They are to find and cut out letters to the words of the verse from magazines and glue them under the words on the wall. Say Gloria when all have been found. (You can assign a few students to each do a line to avoid confusion.)
Domino a Verse- Write words to Gloria on the backs of several dominoes. Lay them face down on a table. Children turn them face up and arrange them in correct order to form Gloria. Children say Gloria correctly. After that they can “domino Gloria” by arranging standing dominoes to fall.
These games below are free, however they can only to be used for classroom and personal use. They may not be published on any websites or other electronic media, or distributed in newsletters, bulletins, or any other form or sold for profit. Reproduction or retransmission of any materials, in whole or in part, in any manner, is not permitted.
Jelly Bean Prayer File Folder Game- The objective of the game is to collect the most Jelly Bean jar cards by answering questions about Jesus and get to FINISH. (Scroll down for this game.)
Gloria File Folder Game is a simple board game with the straightforward objective of racing the player's 4 pawns from start to finish with dice throws. Similar to the brand-name board "Sorry!" marketed by Parker Brothers, Gloria (Ludo) shares similarities with the game Pachisi (or Parcheesi), which in turn originated in 6th century India.
Gloria File Folder Game- Players race against other players in advancing his/her 4 playing pawns from start to finish by answering questions about Gloria and with successful die rolls. Each player has four specifically-designated finishing positions. The winner is the first player to successfully rest his 4 pawns on his designated finishing space. This game can be played individually or in teams.
Worksheet:
This worksheet below is free, however it can only to be used for classroom and personal use. It may not be published on any websites or other electronic media, or distributed in newsletters, bulletins, or any other form or sold for profit. Reproduction or retransmission of any materials, in whole or in part, in any manner, is not permitted.
Gloria (fill in the blanks)- Fill in the blanks with the words from below. (With younger students you can do this together on the board.)