letting go of hurt and choosing kindness instead of anger

fixing a broken friendship or making peace after a disagreement

living happily with others, without fighting or hurting each other

believing that good things can happen, even when times are hard

The story of Coventry Cathedral

Religious education

Jesus' teaching about forgiveness

Coventry Cathedral and reconciliation today

Reconciliation: the story of South Africa

Reconciliation: the work of Desmond Tutu

Quakers: creating a fairer and more peaceful world

In this unit pupils look at the huge question of forgiveness and reconciliation. This study focusses on the Christian tradition and analyses case studies of Coventry and South Africa to illuminate how Christian teaching inspired individuals to begin the difficult task of reconciliation.

Forgiveness: Is reconciliation possible?

Depiction of war, threats of war, death or the aftermath of war.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

What was built next to the ruins of the old cathedral?

It shows that revenge is the best way to solve problems.

It represents peace, reconciliation, and forgiveness.

Why is Coventry Cathedral important to Christians?

Fixing a broken relationship and making peace.

What is the main role of Coventry Cathedral today?

Places of worship and community gathering

What is the role of cathedrals in Christianity?

Why is it important to preserve historical sites?

a type of food that people eat in different countries

a picture, object, or sign that stands for something else

If someone does something wrong, what can they say?

Starter Quiz

What is a cathedral?