a special event to celebrate something important

special events that show someone is growing up or moving to a new part of life

a Christian ceremony where water is used to welcome someone into the church

a Christian ceremony where parents thank God for their baby and promise to care for them

Christian rites of passage: baptism

Religious education

Christian rites of passage : confirmation and believer's baptism

Bat Mitzvah and Bar Mitzvah

Bat Mitzvah and Bar Mitzvah today

Welcoming a Hindu baby

Similarities and differences in rites of passage

In this unit pupils will study the concept of rites of passage - focussing on coming of age rituals undertaken by some Christians, Hindus and Jews.  They will make see how these ancient rituals have adapted and  may have different interpretations.

Rites of passage: How do communities mark growing up?

Rites of passage in Christianity are for both boys and ...

Some Christians welcome a {{}} with a baptism ceremony.

parents thank God and promise to raise their child as a Christian

Who do Christians believe is the Son of God?

The Christian holy book is called the ...

What is the name of the Hindu festival of lights?

Starter Quiz

Who do Christians believe is the Son of God?