Christians and their faith family
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how different Christians might belong to their faith family.
Key learning points
- Many Christians belong to a wider family called their faith family.
- Some Christians meet with this family in their homes and at church.
- A Christian faith family shares a common love for God and Jesus.
- A faith family can support each other and others in the community they live in.
Keywords
Faith - believing in something that you cannot see; Christians have faith in God and Jesus
Family - the people who love and care for you; not all families look the same
Christian - a person who believes in God and follows Jesus
Belong - being part or a member of a group
Common misconception
Some may think that you can only belong to a Christian faith family if you go to church every week.
Remind the children that Christians can belong to their faith family in different ways, such as praying at home, helping others, or praying to God. Going to church is one way, but not the only way.
Teacher tip
Use the language of 'our school family' or 'our class family' to help children make personal connections. When they understand how they feel cared for and supported at school, it becomes easier for them to understand how Christians feel supported by their faith family too.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Christians believe Jesus is the of God.
Q2.What is a church?
Q3.What does the cross mean to Christians?
Q4.What do Christians try to be?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is a Christian faith family?
Q2.What might a faith family do together?
Q3.Where might Christians meet with their faith family?
Q4.You can only belong to a Christian faith family if you worship in a church every week.
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