12 disciples chosen by Christ to preach his gospel; later including early Christian leaders responsible for spreading the message of Jesus

preaching the gospel to others with the intention of converting them to the Christian faith

meaning “good news” and referring to the teachings and revelation of Jesus Christ

meaning ‘sent out’; the duty of Christians to spread the gospel

The future of the Christian Church

Religious education

Christian worship

Sacraments in Christian life

Baptism and the Eucharist

Pilgrimage: Jerusalem and Iona

Pilgrimage: Walsingham and Taize

Christian celebrations: Advent and Christmas

Christian celebrations: Holy Week and Easter

The local church and community

The Church in the worldwide community

In this unit pupils will study some of the key practices associated with Christianity such as worship, sacraments and pilgrimage. They will compare and contrast differences in practices before moving on to look at the practical work of the Church in society.

Living the Christian life

the 12 disciples chosen by Christ to preach his gospel

preaching the gospel to convert people to the Christian faith

means ‘sent out’; the duty of Christians to spread the gospel

Jesus said, 'Go and make {{}} of all nations.'

as an instruction to keep Jesus' mission alive

How do many Christians today interpret Matthew 28:19?

Evangelism can involve public preaching or {{}} actions.

What does the season of Lent commemorate?

Holy Week remembers the events that happened before Jesus' ...

What event is celebrated on Easter Sunday?

The Easter season ends with {{}}, 50 days after Easter Sunday.

The future of the Christian Church

Lesson outcome