someone who has been rejected by their community

someone who collects money on behalf of the government

areas and countries ruled by the ancient city of Rome

one of the four books in the Bible about the life and teachings of Jesus

Jesus and Zacchaeus

Religious education

Interpreting the calling of Zacchaeus today

Jesus and the lepers

Interpreting Jesus and the lepers today

Jesus and the woman at the well

Interpreting the woman at the well

In this unit pupils will build up their understanding of the historical context of Jesus. They will analyse some key stories focussing on how Jesus associated with those on the margins of society. From this they will study how contemporary Christians live out this teaching through their actions.

Jesus: How does his treatment of outcasts speak to Christians today?

an explanation of the meaning of something

a religious leader who works in a hospital, prison or other organisation

to let go of anger when someone has hurt you

people living in the same place who share laws and traditions

a book in the Bible about the life and teachings of Jesus

any condition that makes it difficult to do things that others can do

people that live or work together or share an interest

a feeling of duty to take on a job or role

the promised saviour of the Jewish people

a society that is ruled or controlled by men

to give someone authority to be a religious leader such as a priest

Jesus: How does his treatment of outcasts speak to Christians today?

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