WE NEED:
Ziploc bags (snack size)
Plates
Soda (in cans)
Hot Chocolate - in a canister not in individual packages
Cups - for hot chocolate
Napkins
Baked Goods (From all Sophomore Religion Classes)
Unwrapped candy in bulk (gummy bears, gummy worms, etc.) put into individual bags to be sold
Friday, November 20, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Final project
Church History Final Assignment Mrs. Sullivan
The First semester of Church History has focused on the formation of the early church. There was an incredible amount of struggle that went into creating the Church as we know it today. There have been so many people in the church that have gone before us that have paved the way. Your final assignment is to create an oral presentation and written report on a scholar/servant/disciple/saint of the church.
Directions for oral final: To be given the last week - Dec 11th and Dec. 14th and 15th
1. Select your topic: A servant/disciple/saint of the church
2. Present a two minute presentation of the servant/disciple’s biography.
3. Present a two minute presentation explaining how this person’s life and their actions are related to being a servant/disciple of the church.
4. Present a minute reaction to how your servant/disciple has inspired you to become more like a servant/disciple of the church.
Directions for Written Final: DUE Dec. 11th
1. Compile the information you have gathered about the person in a 3 page report. Include the information you are using in your presentation.
Create a Bibliography for the sources you use.
• You MUST use book sources first (at least 2) before using the internet!!!
Your presentation/paper will be graded on the following criteria:
1) Speaking clearly with few “likes” and “you knows”. Ability to speak without total dependence on notes. Accurate time is also important.
2) Showing interest and enthusiasm for the topic.
3) Content: well organized and accurate information, showing specific examples of being a servant/disciple of the church.
4) Completeness and correctness of bibliography.
5) Your ability to follow the given outline.
We will have time in the library/computer lab to complete this project! Use that time wisely!
Please come to me with any questions or if you need assistance.
The First semester of Church History has focused on the formation of the early church. There was an incredible amount of struggle that went into creating the Church as we know it today. There have been so many people in the church that have gone before us that have paved the way. Your final assignment is to create an oral presentation and written report on a scholar/servant/disciple/saint of the church.
Directions for oral final: To be given the last week - Dec 11th and Dec. 14th and 15th
1. Select your topic: A servant/disciple/saint of the church
2. Present a two minute presentation of the servant/disciple’s biography.
3. Present a two minute presentation explaining how this person’s life and their actions are related to being a servant/disciple of the church.
4. Present a minute reaction to how your servant/disciple has inspired you to become more like a servant/disciple of the church.
Directions for Written Final: DUE Dec. 11th
1. Compile the information you have gathered about the person in a 3 page report. Include the information you are using in your presentation.
Create a Bibliography for the sources you use.
• You MUST use book sources first (at least 2) before using the internet!!!
Your presentation/paper will be graded on the following criteria:
1) Speaking clearly with few “likes” and “you knows”. Ability to speak without total dependence on notes. Accurate time is also important.
2) Showing interest and enthusiasm for the topic.
3) Content: well organized and accurate information, showing specific examples of being a servant/disciple of the church.
4) Completeness and correctness of bibliography.
5) Your ability to follow the given outline.
We will have time in the library/computer lab to complete this project! Use that time wisely!
Please come to me with any questions or if you need assistance.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Priestly debate
On Friday we will have a formal debate on the question:
Should priests be allowed to be married?
You will be split into fighting FOR or AGAINST the question. You will individually be responsible for finding research on the topic and compiling FIVE arguments for your side. You will write a single complete statement then compose a paragraph with research supporting your argument. You will have today and your long block period to work; research and write. On Friday we will be using your statements to argue.
10 points per argument
10 points for debate
60 point project!
Should priests be allowed to be married?
You will be split into fighting FOR or AGAINST the question. You will individually be responsible for finding research on the topic and compiling FIVE arguments for your side. You will write a single complete statement then compose a paragraph with research supporting your argument. You will have today and your long block period to work; research and write. On Friday we will be using your statements to argue.
10 points per argument
10 points for debate
60 point project!
Thursday, October 15, 2009
2nd quarter
This quarter’s prayer assignment is to find an article about a current situation in the world that needs prayer. This could be a variety of things from wars, to poverty, to attacks, etc. Print out the article that you find and then write a prayer for the situation. You will turn in both the article and your prayer.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Cult Research Assignment
Due on Wed/Thurs of this week
1. Answer/Define - What is a cult? What are characteristics of a cult. Typed - one paragraph
2. Find an article on a cult, could be from anywhere and any time period. You must be able to tell the class the who, what where, when why and how of the cult. Read the information carefully.
1. Answer/Define - What is a cult? What are characteristics of a cult. Typed - one paragraph
2. Find an article on a cult, could be from anywhere and any time period. You must be able to tell the class the who, what where, when why and how of the cult. Read the information carefully.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Period one
Permission forms for the retreat are due TUESDAY September 30th!!! Reminder there is no school MONDAY!
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
FYI
Just an FYI announcement - your letter from a Roman women will be worth 50 points not 75.
Name _________________ Period ____
Roman Letter grading Rubric:
Following Directions _______/5
Roman Name _______/5
Content _______/30
Grammar _______/10
Total _______/50
Assignment: Church History—Then and Now
Research Activity: Roman Women and Early Christianity
Name______________________________ Period_____ Date ____________________
Create a letter from a Roman woman, dating somewhere between 50 and 100 CE. This letter will describe her life (written in the first person) as well as the reasons she has been attracted to the Christian religion. The information is based on assigned readings.
Guidelines
• Your Roman woman may represent the social status of your choice (slave, plebian, patrician), but information in the letter must present specific information about that status
• Give your Roman woman a Roman name
• The information in your letter must reflect the reading materials listed on this handout.
• The letter is two pages long, double spaced and word-processed in a visually straightforward font, size 12
• A properly formatted bibliography follows the letter on a third page
Due date
Friday September 18th
Points
50 points
This activity will be evaluated on
• The amount of detail in the letter and specific use of the assigned reading materials
• An authentic and thoughtful glimpse into the Roman woman’s life
• Evidence of careful proofreading and editing in your written work
• Proper formatting of the letter as directed in the guidelines
Assigned reading for this activity
“Live Longer, Healthier, & Better:
The untold benefits of becoming a Christian in the ancient world” at:
http://www.ctlibrary.com/ch/1998/issue57/57h028.html
PBS: The Roman Empire in the First Century: read these sections (1) SOCIAL ORDER (patricians, senators, equestrians, plebians, slaves & freemen, soldiers and women) and (2) LIFE IN ROMAN TIMES (family life; weddings, marriage and divorce; home life) at http://www.pbs.org/empires/romans/empire/index.html
Metropolitan Museum of Art/Roman Art: In section “Daily Life in Ancient Rome” read pages 129-30 (social structure; family), 133-4 (a typical day), 140 (portrait of a young woman), 142 (portraits of women), 143-6 (women, Roman marriage, and portraiture)
http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/publications/pdfs/roman_art/divided/4_Daily_Life_in_Ancient_Rome.pdf
and finally:
Make a Roman name: http://home.golden.net/~eloker/romanname-f.htm
Roman names: http://www.larp.com/legioxx/nomina.html
Other resources:
http://www.ctlibrary.com/ch/1998/issue57/57h028.html
http://www.pbs.org/empires/romans/empire/index.html
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/religion/
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/religion/first/roles.html
Name _________________ Period ____
Roman Letter grading Rubric:
Following Directions _______/5
Roman Name _______/5
Content _______/30
Grammar _______/10
Total _______/50
Assignment: Church History—Then and Now
Research Activity: Roman Women and Early Christianity
Name______________________________ Period_____ Date ____________________
Create a letter from a Roman woman, dating somewhere between 50 and 100 CE. This letter will describe her life (written in the first person) as well as the reasons she has been attracted to the Christian religion. The information is based on assigned readings.
Guidelines
• Your Roman woman may represent the social status of your choice (slave, plebian, patrician), but information in the letter must present specific information about that status
• Give your Roman woman a Roman name
• The information in your letter must reflect the reading materials listed on this handout.
• The letter is two pages long, double spaced and word-processed in a visually straightforward font, size 12
• A properly formatted bibliography follows the letter on a third page
Due date
Friday September 18th
Points
50 points
This activity will be evaluated on
• The amount of detail in the letter and specific use of the assigned reading materials
• An authentic and thoughtful glimpse into the Roman woman’s life
• Evidence of careful proofreading and editing in your written work
• Proper formatting of the letter as directed in the guidelines
Assigned reading for this activity
“Live Longer, Healthier, & Better:
The untold benefits of becoming a Christian in the ancient world” at:
http://www.ctlibrary.com/ch/1998/issue57/57h028.html
PBS: The Roman Empire in the First Century: read these sections (1) SOCIAL ORDER (patricians, senators, equestrians, plebians, slaves & freemen, soldiers and women) and (2) LIFE IN ROMAN TIMES (family life; weddings, marriage and divorce; home life) at http://www.pbs.org/empires/romans/empire/index.html
Metropolitan Museum of Art/Roman Art: In section “Daily Life in Ancient Rome” read pages 129-30 (social structure; family), 133-4 (a typical day), 140 (portrait of a young woman), 142 (portraits of women), 143-6 (women, Roman marriage, and portraiture)
http://www.metmuseum.org/explore/publications/pdfs/roman_art/divided/4_Daily_Life_in_Ancient_Rome.pdf
and finally:
Make a Roman name: http://home.golden.net/~eloker/romanname-f.htm
Roman names: http://www.larp.com/legioxx/nomina.html
Other resources:
http://www.ctlibrary.com/ch/1998/issue57/57h028.html
http://www.pbs.org/empires/romans/empire/index.html
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/religion/
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/religion/first/roles.html
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
HW due TUES. the 15th
Bring in an article about someone who has suffered for what they believe in or persecuted for who they were in the church or for a mission. (a martyr - you may have to look up what this means and make sure your person fits the definition.)
Do not need to write anything simply bring in the article to class.
Do not need to write anything simply bring in the article to class.
Friday, September 4, 2009
HOMEWORK
Due on Wednesday/ Thursday (sept. 9/10):
Find an article on a Roman/pagan god. Print out and answer the following:
1. Describe what the god could do for the people?
2. Why would they have prayed to this god?
3. What makes Jesus' message so appealing? What is powerful about monotheism (belief on one god)to these people who have always known multiple gods?
4. Why would so many convert to Christianity?
Find an article on a Roman/pagan god. Print out and answer the following:
1. Describe what the god could do for the people?
2. Why would they have prayed to this god?
3. What makes Jesus' message so appealing? What is powerful about monotheism (belief on one god)to these people who have always known multiple gods?
4. Why would so many convert to Christianity?
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
Course descirption
Contact: lsullivan@carondeleths.org or mrssulli@gmail.com
Online course information: http://www.mrssulli.blogspot.com
This course begins as an introduction to the Carondelet community. We will take a look at the history of the Sisters of St. Joseph, at St. Joseph and of the history of Carondelet. Then we will dive into the early church from Acts of the Apostles. We will explore the beginning of the church as a sect of Judaism to the present day church. We will study the events and people that have played a key role in the church development. In addition we will continue to enhance the faith formation of each student. Included in this course is the soph retreat led by Sr. Joann.
Topical Outline
1. First Century Church
2. Persecution of the Infant Church
3. Major Church councils
4. Middle Ages
5. The Renaissance
6. The Protestant Reformation - Catholic Counter Reformation
7. Growth of modern religious orders
8. Missionary movement in the church
9. Growth of the church in America
10. Second Vatican Council
Learning Expectations
1. Identify significant events in Church History
2. Trace the major movements of Church History
3. Identify cause and effects of Church History
4. Identify, find and use appropriate research materials in the library
5. Report bibliographic information
Book
The Catholic Church, Journey, Wisdom and Mission – The book is a class set and will only be used in class.
We also will be reading occasionally from the Bible. If you still have your Bible from last year you can bring it in and leave it on the bookcase.
Instructional Methods
1. Reading and engaging text
2. Library Research
3. Small group/class discussions
4. Class readings of the text.
5. Group and individual projects
6. Oral Presentations
7. Variety of lectures.
Evaluation of learning
1. Individual reflections and research papers
2. Oral presentations
3. Group Projects
4. In class prayer
5. Quizzes and tests
6. Final Project
Grade will be given based on a traditional point scale
Mrs. Sullivan’s Rules of Conduct
1. Act in an appropriate manner at all times.
2. Respect and Confidentiality are VITAL in this course. (and in life)
3. All school rules apply, there is to be no food or drink except water allowed in the classroom.
4. All assignments are to be turned in ON TIME. Late work is only accepted the day after the due date for ½ credit.
5. Bathroom visits will be restricted. Be mindful of using the restroom before class and asking too frequently to leave the room.
6. Class participation is a large part of your grade – be mindful of how you conduct yourself in class, speaking out of turn, working on other work, not being on task, etc. will occur in loss of participation points
*Participation points*
At the start of each quarter every students receives 25 points for participation. You will lose 5 points for the following: Chewing gum, lacking class materials and requesting to go to your locker, having non-religion class materials on your desk, being disrespectful to myself or others.
Assignments
All typed assignments are to be in 12pt times new roman font with standard margins double spaced. (prayer is excluded in this) I only accept late work one day after the due date. An excused absence will grant you the number of days missed to turn in your assignment. The only information in the heading needed is your name, date, period and the assignment, which is to NOT be double spaced; Points will be deducted if this is not followed.
Example:
Mrs. Sullivan
August 22, 2007
Period 3
Life of St. Joseph
Prayer:
Prayer in this classroom is to begin with the cantor: Let us Remember… and response: That we are in the Holy presence of God. Each prayer is to conclude with the leader saying: Saint Joseph and the response from the class is Pray for us. Then all will say: God is my light
Each student is to lead the class in prayer twice in the semester, or four times through the year, ALL prayers must be turned in the day of your given prayer, the prayer must be typed, but freedom is given to font and organization.
• 1st quarter – Your prayer assignment is to lead the class in a prayer of a saint or traditional Catholic prayer that you discover. You cannot use: The Our Father, Hail Mary, Serenity Prayer, St. Francis or Footprints. There are numerous website that can help you discover such prayers and book in the library as well.
• The remaining prayer assignments will be given to you as the next quarter comes closer.
Online course information: http://www.mrssulli.blogspot.com
This course begins as an introduction to the Carondelet community. We will take a look at the history of the Sisters of St. Joseph, at St. Joseph and of the history of Carondelet. Then we will dive into the early church from Acts of the Apostles. We will explore the beginning of the church as a sect of Judaism to the present day church. We will study the events and people that have played a key role in the church development. In addition we will continue to enhance the faith formation of each student. Included in this course is the soph retreat led by Sr. Joann.
Topical Outline
1. First Century Church
2. Persecution of the Infant Church
3. Major Church councils
4. Middle Ages
5. The Renaissance
6. The Protestant Reformation - Catholic Counter Reformation
7. Growth of modern religious orders
8. Missionary movement in the church
9. Growth of the church in America
10. Second Vatican Council
Learning Expectations
1. Identify significant events in Church History
2. Trace the major movements of Church History
3. Identify cause and effects of Church History
4. Identify, find and use appropriate research materials in the library
5. Report bibliographic information
Book
The Catholic Church, Journey, Wisdom and Mission – The book is a class set and will only be used in class.
We also will be reading occasionally from the Bible. If you still have your Bible from last year you can bring it in and leave it on the bookcase.
Instructional Methods
1. Reading and engaging text
2. Library Research
3. Small group/class discussions
4. Class readings of the text.
5. Group and individual projects
6. Oral Presentations
7. Variety of lectures.
Evaluation of learning
1. Individual reflections and research papers
2. Oral presentations
3. Group Projects
4. In class prayer
5. Quizzes and tests
6. Final Project
Grade will be given based on a traditional point scale
Mrs. Sullivan’s Rules of Conduct
1. Act in an appropriate manner at all times.
2. Respect and Confidentiality are VITAL in this course. (and in life)
3. All school rules apply, there is to be no food or drink except water allowed in the classroom.
4. All assignments are to be turned in ON TIME. Late work is only accepted the day after the due date for ½ credit.
5. Bathroom visits will be restricted. Be mindful of using the restroom before class and asking too frequently to leave the room.
6. Class participation is a large part of your grade – be mindful of how you conduct yourself in class, speaking out of turn, working on other work, not being on task, etc. will occur in loss of participation points
*Participation points*
At the start of each quarter every students receives 25 points for participation. You will lose 5 points for the following: Chewing gum, lacking class materials and requesting to go to your locker, having non-religion class materials on your desk, being disrespectful to myself or others.
Assignments
All typed assignments are to be in 12pt times new roman font with standard margins double spaced. (prayer is excluded in this) I only accept late work one day after the due date. An excused absence will grant you the number of days missed to turn in your assignment. The only information in the heading needed is your name, date, period and the assignment, which is to NOT be double spaced; Points will be deducted if this is not followed.
Example:
Mrs. Sullivan
August 22, 2007
Period 3
Life of St. Joseph
Prayer:
Prayer in this classroom is to begin with the cantor: Let us Remember… and response: That we are in the Holy presence of God. Each prayer is to conclude with the leader saying: Saint Joseph and the response from the class is Pray for us. Then all will say: God is my light
Each student is to lead the class in prayer twice in the semester, or four times through the year, ALL prayers must be turned in the day of your given prayer, the prayer must be typed, but freedom is given to font and organization.
• 1st quarter – Your prayer assignment is to lead the class in a prayer of a saint or traditional Catholic prayer that you discover. You cannot use: The Our Father, Hail Mary, Serenity Prayer, St. Francis or Footprints. There are numerous website that can help you discover such prayers and book in the library as well.
• The remaining prayer assignments will be given to you as the next quarter comes closer.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
REMINDER
On Friday Aug 21st you will have a QUIZ on Three Cups of Tea. You will need to bring to class pre-written questions/comments you have from reading the book.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Welcome!
Hello Sophomores! Welcome to Church History with Mrs. Sullivan!!
All info will be posted here for the course.
All info will be posted here for the course.
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