Middle School Religion

Religion classes at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy are designed to support our students in their growth as faith-filled persons in Catholic tradition Weaving SSJ spirituality and history through our lessons, students become rooted in the mission of our Sisters and the importance of unity; a unity that unites neighbor with neighbor and neighbor with God and includes a strong emphasis on care for our Earth. Grade level SSJ infused themes provide a lens for our students to understand their role in being anti-racist and ways in which they can actively advocate for social justice. Opportunities to participate in Service-Learning and Outreach Projects, students are able to embody a spirit of service as they build relationships with our Dear Neighbor, while also growing in their ability to show empathy, respect, and compassion. Time in our Centennial Chapel rounds out the religion classroom experience.

6th Grade

● Old Testament Studies

○ Pentateuch - The first 5 books of the Bible

○ The Tribes of Israel

○ The Psalms

○ Song of Songs

○ The Proverbs

● Confirmation Preparation (2nd half of the year)

● Model UN Experience

● Chapel Focus - Lectio Divina

7th Grade

● New Testament Studies

○ The 4 Gospels - Syntopic vs the Gospel of John

○ The Story of Jesus

○ The Parables

● Confirmation Preparation (First Trimester)

● Chapel Focus - The Lives of Saints

8th Grade

● The History of the Church

○ Life and Ministry of the Church

○ The Role of the Apostles as the Foundation of the Church

● The Influence of and the Intersection between Church History and the Formation of the Sisters of St Joseph

● Chapel Focus - Student Led Prayer Services centered around the Parables, Gospel Writers, etc