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Year 10 - Religious education

Worship using the Bible

Christianity: Practices

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will study some of the key practices associated with Christianity such as worship, sacraments and pilgrimage. They will compare and contrast differences in practices before moving on to look at the practical work of the Church in society.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain how the Bible is used during Christian worship and the significance of this.

Key Notes

  • The Bible is a central source of wisdom and authority for many Christians.
  • The Bible consists of both the Old and New Testament.
  • The Bible can be used to support both liturgical and non-liturgical worship.
  • Many Christians read passages from the Bible as a form of private worship.
  • The Bible can have a profound impact on the lives of Christians, particularly when used as part of worship.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • Bible: a Christian source of wisdom and authority; a holy book containing both the Old and New Testament
  • liturgical worship: a church service which follows a set structure or ritual
  • non-liturgical worship: a service which does not follow a set text or ritual; sometimes spontaneous or charismatic
  • worship: showing adoration and reverence; offering praise to God

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • The Bible is only used for reading and recitation during Christian worship.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain the lesson in two key points.

The Bible is a central source of wisdom and authority for many Christians. The Bible consists of both the Old and New Testament.

2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'Bible'

a Christian source of wisdom and authority; a holy book containing both the Old and New Testament.

3. Correct this common mistake.

Mistake: The Bible is only used for reading and recitation during Christian worship. Correction: Reading and reciting Biblical passages can be an important part of Christian worship, but this is not the only use of the Bible during worship. Many Christians interact and engage with the Bible through private reflection or group discussion.

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