Year 3 - Religious education
Maundy Thursday: other events
Holy Week: what do the stories say and what is their meaning?
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will learn the story of the Passion narratives of the death and resurrection of Jesus. From a theological study of this story, the will investigate different Christian interpretations of the significance of this event. Case studies will allow them to see diversity.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain what events take place on Maundy Thursday.
Key Notes
- Maundy Thursday is a special date in the Christian calendar for deacons, priests and bishops.
- On Maundy Thursday the Royal family give out Maundy money.
- The Last Supper is remembered by many Christians on Maundy Thursday.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Maundy Thursday: the Thursday of Holy Week when Christians remember the Last Supper
- ordination: the ceremony of consecrating to be a priest or minister
- holy oils: special oils blessed by a Bishop and used in ceremonies like baptism
- service: a postive act towards someone or something
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- All Christians renew vows on Maundy Thursday.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Maundy Thursday is a special date in the Christian calendar for deacons, priests and bishops. On Maundy Thursday the Royal family give out Maundy money.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'Maundy Thursday'
the Thursday of Holy Week when Christians remember the Last Supper.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: All Christians renew vows on Maundy Thursday. Correction: Deacons, priests and bishops from the Church of England church renew their ordination vows on Maundy Thursday.
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