The Christian Church in the East
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the importance of the Orthodox Church in Christian history.
Key learning points
- The Orthodox churches are some of the most ancient forms of Christianity found today.
- Orthodox churches can be found in European countries such as Greece, Russia and Ukraine.
- There are Orthodox Church communities in the UK.
- Orthodox services use ancient languages.
- Orthodox Christians often move around and show devotion to icons during a service.
Keywords
Orthodox Church - a major branch of Christianity with a history and tradition rooted in the Eastern Roman Empire
Icon - a sacred religious image, most commonly a painting, that serves as a visual representation of a holy person (like Jesus, Mary, or saints), an event, or a concept
Communities - a group of people having a particular characteristic in common
Common misconception
All churches share exactly the same beliefs and history.
The Christian Church shares many similar beliefs but also has different beliefs and practices which have developed in different areas over time.
Teacher tip
Go on a visit to a local Orthodox church or community in your area, or invite a religious leader from the community in to talk with the class about how they practise their religion. Source pictures of different types of churches for your class to sort into Orthodox and non-Orthodox churches.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Pentecost describes how the disciples were inspired to about Jesus.
Q2.Who heard the disciples preach at Pentecost?
Q3.Pentecost marks the of the Christian Church.
Q4.What gift was given to the disciples at Pentecost?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match each term to its meaning.
a branch of Christianity rooted in the Eastern Roman Empire
a sacred religious image
groups of people who have a particular characteristic in common
Q2.Which of these countries typically has Orthodox churches?
Q3.Are there any Orthodox Church communities in the UK?
Q4.How do Orthodox Christians show devotion to icons?
Q5.Christian churches across the world share many beliefs but also have differences.
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