Catholic Studies 30
CS30.8
Analyze the effect reported miracles have on faith and religious expression.
[SH, KG, CH, SSM]
Indicators for this outcome
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Discuss the centrality of the miracle of the Resurrection of Jesus to the Christian religion. |
| (b) |
Express personal perspectives on the wondrous and miraculous nature of life and the mystery and power of God (e.g., music, painting, digital presentation, expressive writing). |
| (c) |
Discuss artistic expressions inspired by the life, miracles and teachings of Jesus and the effects of these works on personal faith and religious beliefs. |
| (d) |
Research and express viewpoints about miracles authenticated by the Church such as:
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| (e) |
Describe or represent (e.g., written, visual, digital) how personal faith is impacted by miracles such as those involving:
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| (f) |
Examine effects on one's personal faith of the miracle of transubstantiation within the celebration of the Eucharist. |
| (g) |
Discuss implications for one's faith, religious practices and life if one were to witness a miracle (e.g., others' interpretations of the event, radical changes in one's life, Thomas' experience in John 20:24-29). |
| (h) |
Debate the question: What is the greatest miracle (e.g., the transformation of a human heart, a simple life lived in freedom and faithfulness, the Resurrection of Jesus, life and creation)? |
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