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Mrs. Margaret Gardinimgardinisteugene.educationUpper School 7th Grade Homeroom - 3-8 Religion
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Religion 3/18/20
Good Morning!
Please pray your Lenten petitions.
We will continue with the next two Stations Of The Cross.
The Fifth Station:Simon Helps Jesus Carry His Cross.
The soldiers see you growing weaker. They pull Simon from the crowd and force him to take some of the weight of your cross. If I were there I would see how surprised Simon is to do this. But Lord, I’d also see how grateful you are for the help.
Reflection Questions:
When have I been asked to help someone in need? Was I willing to help? Did I complain the whole time?
The Sixth Station: Veronica Wipes The Face Of Jesus.
Veronica emerges from the crowd. She takes a cloth and gently wipes the blood, sweat and dirt from your face. Relief and a friendly touch, if only for a moment. If I were there, I would see your blood left on her cloth. I would see her bravery among the angry crowd. It lasted a moment, But Lord, I’d always remember her kindness.
Reflection Questions:
Am I brave enough to go against the crowd? Do I know someone that needs a person like Veronica in their lives?
Have I ever been the one that needed one person to stand up for me?
Have a nice day!
Religion 3/19/20
Good Morning!
Please pray your Lenten petitions.
Today we celebrate the feast of Saint Joseph. Saint Joseph was the husband of Mary and the foster father of Jesus. Joseph loved Jesus and Mary very much. He protected them, and made sure they were well cared for.
Saint Joseph
Guardian of the Holy Family, protect our families, and help us to become closer to Jesus. Amen.
Please email your answers to mgardini@steugene.education
The Seventh Station Of The Cross: Jesus Falls the Second Time: The jagged stones cut into your feet as the cross forces you to the ground again. If I were there, I would feel the heat of the day beating down on you, and hear the noise of the crowd around you. But Lord, I'd also watch you gather your strength and continue on.
Reflection Questions:
How patient am I when I am in discomfort? Do I blame others for my challenges?
The Eighth Station:Jesus Comforts The Women Of Jerusalem:Surrounded by a crowd of hatred, you find a few precious, friendly faces. Despite your pain, you take a moment to speak to them, and comfort them. If I were there, I would see their tears as they cry for you. But Lord, I'd also take comfort in your words.
Reflection Questions: When have I experienced an unexpected blessing? Has anyone ever surprised me in a good way by their actions?
The Ninth Station: Jesus Falls The Third Time. Again you fall, If I were there, I would see each step becoming more and more difficult. I would see the pain in your face, and your broken body. But Lord, I'd watch you leave those earthly things behind, as you stagger on towards your Father's will.
Reflection Questions: What are the things that threaten to pull me away from the people that really matter? How can I come back to them with a greater focus and love?
Have a nice day!
Mrs. Gardini
Religion 3/20/20
Good Morning!
Please pray your Lenten petitions.
Reflect on the next three Stations of The Cross.
Send answers to the reflection questions to mgardini@steugene.education
Please answer in complete sentences.
The Tenth Station: Jesus is stripped of his garments.
They humiliate you. The soldiers take away your last bit of protection while the crowd delights in your torture. If I were there I would see the sun scalding your wounded skin. I would see the soldiers laugh at you. But Lord, I'd admire your quiet dignity as you wait patiently for this time to pass.
Reflection Questions: Have there been times when I've felt embarrassed in front of others? How do I deal with those feelings?
The Eleventh Station: Jesus is nailed to the cross.
The feet that carried the message of God's love, and the hands that healed the sick are pierced with nails as Jesus is nailed to the cross. Each blow brings an unimaginable amount of pain. If I were there I would hear the wood of the cross split from the force. I'd see the blood on your arms and feet. But Lord, I'd also hear you ask your Father to forgive them. They know not what they do.
Reflection Questions: Forgiveness is a powerful gift. Do I need to forgive someone in my life? Have I been holding on to old grudges that should be released?
The Twelfth Station: Jesus dies on the cross.
After hours of suffering, your body can take no more. Your breathing stops, and it is finished. If I were there, I would see a darkness spread across the land. A quiet emptiness that comes with your passing. But Lord, I'd also know your pain has ended.
Reflection Questions: How do I feel when someone I love passes away? Where can I find comfort in a time of such sadness?
Have a nice day!
Mrs. Gardini
March 26,2020
Homework
Read 1 Samuel 3:4-10, 19-21
Answer questions in complete sentences.
1.) How did Samuel show openness to God?
2.) How did Samuel's life change after his encounter with God?
*******All work from last week must be submitted to me by tomorrow, 3/27/20.
Thank you.