The Good Samaritan: Christian caring today
I can describe how Christians might care for their neighbours today by offering help to those in need.
The Good Samaritan: Christian caring today
I can describe how Christians might care for their neighbours today by offering help to those in need.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Many Christians try to put the message of the Good Samaritan into practice by caring for their neighbours.
- Their neighbours are people of all religions and no religion.
- Christians may show care today by supporting food banks and helping the homeless.
Keywords
Food bank - a place where people can get free or cheap food for themselves
Christian - someone who follows the teachings and example of Jesus
Homeless - someone who hasn't got a home
Common misconception
Christians only care for other Christians.
Many Christians care for others regardless of their worldview
To help you plan your year 1 religious education lesson on: The Good Samaritan: Christian caring today, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 1 religious education lesson on: The Good Samaritan: Christian caring today, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
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the Holy Bible.