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Junior High

Junior High , Grades 7 – 8

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Becoming Christ ’ s Disciples

The covers of Be My Disciples Junior High are more than illustrations of the Emmaus story . They depict the faith journey of our growing relationship with Jesus Christ .
Christ in the New Testament invites students to be drawn to the Word of God as Christ approaches them in their lives . “ Jesus himself drew near and walked with them ,...” Luke 24:15
Christ Reveals God ’ s Mystery provides students with an awareness of God ’ s Revelation in Jesus Christ . “ Then … he interpreted to them what referred to him in all the scriptures …” Luke 24:27
Christ in the Liturgy helps students to recognize Christ in their lives through the sacred liturgy and to seek communion with him . “ With that their eyes were opened and they recognized him …” Luke 24:31
Life in Christ Jesus calls students to eagerly go out into the world to spread the Gospel in both word and deed . “ So they set out at once and returned to Jerusalem ...” Luke 24:33
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Scripture texts are taken from the New American Bible , revised edition © 2010 , 1991 , 1986 , 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine , Washington , D . C .
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Be My Disciples Junior High combines words and imagery to create an engaging presentation of doctrine , thereby connecting faith and life .
Through five thematic-semester titles , schools and parishes empower students , their families , teachers , and catechists to further deepen their lifelong relationships with Jesus Christ .
• Utilizes a balanced approach in a catechumenal model that invites , teaches , and challenges
• Addresses the teachings of the Catechism of the Catholic Church
• Incorporates a learner-centered catechesis that touches head , heart , and hands
• Applies the latest in educational best practices , brain research , and faith development
• Integrates Church history into every lesson using a unique timeline
• Builds Disciple Power habits week by week through a systematic virtues education
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