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October 2026.Greetings!

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The image in this post is from one of the small calendar booklets that I saved over the span of twenty years. Woman's Day magazine inserted them in every January issue during the years 1955 through 2004. The delightful drawings are by Erik Blegvad, a well known illustrator of children's books.

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Week 5 of Year 5 "Deliver Us"

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Deliver Us

Students may read Matthew 6:5-15

Jesus encouraged his disciples to pray often and trust that God fully understands their prayers. He said, “Your Father knows what you need even before you ask.”  One day, a disciple said to Jesus, "Lord, teach us to pray,” like John the Baptist taught his disciples. So, Jesus gave them a model prayer that became known as the Lord’s Prayer. Part of the prayer says, “And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.”

Discussion Questions

People face many types of temptation. For example, sometimes we are tempted to be selfish or unkind. We need to do our part to overcome temptation. But what is this prayer also telling us? How do we become more like our perfect Father? 

Matthew 6:5-15 ... Proper 12C for Luke 11:1-4 ... Interfaith theme: Trust and Guidance ... Curriculum Information

Teach us how to pray

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Week 4 of Year 5 "Woman at the Well - Part 2"

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Woman at the Well - Part 2

Students may read John 4:1-30

Jesus had a remarkable encounter with a woman when he was sitting beside a well in Samaria. He asked her for a drink of water and revealed that he was the source of “living water.” Then, Jesus commanded her to go and get her husband. The woman suddenly realized that Jesus knew about her life and that he was a holy man. They talked about the worship of God. When she mentioned the coming of the Messiah, Jesus made a startling statement: “I who speak to you am he.”

Discussion Questions

Jesus made this statement to a Samaritan woman who had an unusually troubled marriage life. What do you think Jesus saw in this woman that caused him to reveal his divine nature? What does this story say to us about the goodness of God?

John 4:1-30 ... Lent 3A ... Interfaith theme: The Divine Goodness and Wonder ... Curriculum Information

I who speak to you am he

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Week 3 of Year 5 "Judge Not"

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Judge Not

Students may read Matthew 7:1-5

Jesus knew his disciples might be tempted to judge people. But that was not what  they were called to do. He said, “Judge not, that you be not judged.” Jesus also said, “Why do you see the mote that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the beam that is in your own eye?” “First take the beam out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the mote out of your brother’s eye.” This teaching is part of what became known as the Sermon on the Mount.

Discussion Questions

Jesus wanted his apostles to be merciful rather than judgmental toward people. What was Jesus saying when he spoke about the mote and beam? A mote is a speck of dust, and a beam is a log. Why is it important to see ourselves clearly?

Matthew 7::1-5 ... Epiphany 8C for Luke 6:41-42 ... Interfaith theme: Self-examination and Self-control ... Curriculum Information

First take the beam out of
your own eye

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Week 2 of Year 5 "They Who are Persecuted"

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They Who are Persecuted

Students may read Matthew 5:1-12

Jesus climbed a high hill, and his disciples gathered around to hear him teach. He taught them many things about true happiness. One thing he said was, “Blessed are they who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” And he said, “Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven.” We also see this written as, “Happy are they who are persecuted.” It is the eighth Beatitude from the Sermon on the Mount.

Discussion Questions

Jesus was persecuted, and he knew his disciples would face persecution after his death. Can you think of some people today who are persecuted? Why are people persecuted when they stand up for what is right and good?

Matthew 5:1-12 ... Epiphany 4A ... Interfaith theme: Rewards and Punishments ... Curriculum Information

For theirs is the kingdom of heaven

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Week 1 of Year 5 "The Twelve Apostles"

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The Twelve Apostles

Students may read Matthew 4:18-22

Jesus chose twelve apostles: Andrew and Peter, James and John, and eight other men. One day, he called to them by the Sea of Galilee. First, he called to Andrew and Peter who were fishing near the shore. Then, he called to James and John who were mending their fishing nets with their father Zebedee. When they heard his call, they immediately left their nets and followed him. People have long remembered the words, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.”

Discussion Questions

When the twelve apostles decided to follow Jesus, what were they agreeing to do? What did they give up? Each apostle dedicated their entire life. When we follow Jesus, we trust him to show us the way to a better life.

Matthew 4:18-22 ... Epiphany 3B for Mark 1:14–20 ... Interfaith theme: Self-dedication and Divine Benediction ... Curriculum Information

Immediately they left their nets

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Year 5 begins in September

Lesson 31 of Year 4 was the last lesson of the school year. 

Year 5 begins in September. Best wishes for a nice summer! 

For He shall give his angels charge over you, 

to guard you in all your ways.

Psalm 91:11

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