Doctrinal Focus

LITURGY

  • The Church has liturgical signs and seasons
  • In liturgy, we gather, listen and respond to God's word
  • Seasons and Celebrations
  • During Lent we prepare for Easter
  • During Holy Week we remember the death and Resurrection of Jesus
  • Prayer
  • Jesus promises that when we gather in his name, he is there with us (CCC.1373)
  • Jesus Christ
  • Jesus gives his life for us (CCC. 754)

General Articles

  • The Sign of the Cross | FR. WILLIAM SAUNDERS [Arlington Catholic Herald, 1998]
    My friend is Greek Orthodox. In his Church, they make the sign of the cross crossing themselves from the right shoulder to the left, but we do the opposite. Why is there a difference? When did this come into practice?
  • Way of the Cross | G. CYPRIAN ALSTON [Catholic Encyclopedia, 1913]
    A thorough explanation of the stations of the cross.
  • The Stations of the Cross and their Relation to Family Life | Joseph A. Breig [Henry Regnery Company, 1959]
    THE STATIONS OF THE CROSS AND THEIR RELATION TO FAMILY LIFE
  • How Did the Stations of the Cross Begin? | FR. WILLIAM SAUNDERS [Arlington Catholic Herald, 2000]
    One of the devotions in our parish every Lent is the Stations of the Cross. Could you please tell me the origins of this devotion?
  • The Preparation And Celebration Of The Easter Feasts | Congregation for Divine Worship [Provided Courtesy of Eternal Word Television Network, 2001]
    On this day, when "Christ our passover was sacrificed,"[63] the Church meditates on the passion of her Lord and Spouse, adores the cross, commemorates her origin from the side of Christ asleep on the cross, and intercedes for the salvation of the who
  • Lent: The way of the Cross | Msgr. Peter Elliott [Published by permission of Msgr. Peter Elliott, 2001]
    Looking at the season of Lent, through the devotional practice of the stations of the cross.
  • How to Put Together a Traditional Easter Basket | Fr. Hal Stockert [Catholic Information Network, 1998]
    Contents and recipes for a great easter basket
  • The Triumph of the Cross | Michael Daniel [Michael Daniel, 2000]
    Talking about the significance of the feast of the Triumph of the Cross.
  • Catholic Symbols | Tracey Rowland [kwl.com.au, 2002]
    A List of Catholic Symbols and a short description of their meanings.
  • To Christ Our Saviour, in his Passion | - [kwl.com.au, 0]
    A Prayer to Christ Our Saviour, in his Passion
  • Padre Pio's Message for Today | Peter Dwan [Society of St Peter Canisius, 0]
    Many think that saintly souls, especially those who have received remarkable gifts such as prophecy and healing, are to be admired rather than emulated.
  • The Place of Images in Roman Catholicism | Fr. Paul Stenhouse MSC [Annals Australia, 0]
    Examining the role of images in Catholicism

Blackline Masters / Activity Sheets

  • Deals with various Catholic devotions.
    Catholic Start Directory: » Prayers » Devotions
  • Puppet pattern 3
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 1
    Pattern: Jesus, Pilate. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 2
    Pattern: Jesus, Cross. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 3
    Pattern: Jesus, Cross. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 4
    Pattern: Mary, Jesus, Cross. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 5
    Pattern: Simon, Jesus, Cross. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 6
    Pattern: Veronica, Jesus, Cross. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 7
    Pattern: Jesus, Cross. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 8
    Pattern: Jesus, Women (2), Cross. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 9
    Pattern: Jesus, Cross. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 10
    Pattern: Jesus, Soldiers (2). Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 11
    Pattern: Jesus, Cross, Soldier. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 12
    Pattern: Jesus, Cross. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 13
    Pattern: Jesus & Mary. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 13
    Pattern: Jesus & Mary. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.
  • Puppet pattern 3 (continued)
    Stations of The Cross
    Station 14
    Pattern: Jesus, tomb. Patterns can be used as
    * Felt board figures
    * Finger Puppets (felt, fabric)
    * Peg Figures (felt, laminated)
    * Colored O.H.T.s (used with adult supervision).
    The above are suggestions for the use of the Level 2a Patterns. Their applications are as diverse as the creativity & imagination of those using them.

Links

  • Prayers; Devotions
    Deals with various Catholic devotions.
  • Easter
    Deals with the Catholic liturgical season of Easter
  • Lent
    Deals with the Catholic liturgical season of Lent.

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