RELIGION

MRS. ALEXIS' 4TH GRADE CLASSROOM

RELIGION

SPECIAL PRAYER INTENTIONS

The Fuller Family

Ms. Patricia McAdams

Paul Bergeron

John Guhl

Robert Alexis

Nicole Berry

Mrs. Van Zanten

Fr. Mulranen

Our Families

Our Friends

Please notify me of any additional prayer intentions you would like added to our classroom prayer list.

SAINT OF THE DAY

Roman Catholic Saints Calendar

CALENDAR OF THE SAINTS

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CATHOLIC PRAYERS

HOW TO RECITE THE HOLY ROSARY

CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA

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THE HOLY BIBLE

THE VATICAN WEBSITE

ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA

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THE BEATITUDES

Mt. 5:3-12, Lk. 6:20-26, (1716-17)

1. Blessed are the poor in spirit,

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

2. Blessed are those who mourn,

for they shall be comforted.

3. Blessed are the meek,

for they shall inherit the earth.

4. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,

for they shall be satisfied.

5. Blessed are the merciful,

for they shall obtain mercy.

6. Blessed are the pure in heart,

for they shall see God.

7. Blessed are the peacemakers,

for they shall be called children of God.

8. Blessed are those persecuted for righteousness sake,

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

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PRINCIPLE APPARITIONS OF

THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

Apparition - an extraordinary, visible appearance seen by one or more persons. The authenticity of it is a matter for evaluation by the Church.

1. Banneux, Belgium - 1933

2. Beauraing, Belgium - 1932-33

3. Fatima, Portugal - 1917

4. Guadalupe, Mexico - 1531

5. Knock, Ireland - 1879

6. LaSalette, France – 1846

7. Lourdes, France - 1858

8. Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, France - 1830

"A Student' s Prayer"

"Help me to be curious
about the world around me.
Help me to be prepared
for the challenges I face each day.
Help me to be open
to difficult tasks.
Help me to be determined
to complete my work.
Help me to be responsible
in all I do.
Help me to be accepting
of people's differences.
Help me to be kind
in my thoughts and words.
Help me to be aware
of my talents.
Help me to be myself -
to be the best that I can be."

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WORKS OF MERCY

CORPORAL WORKS OF MERCY

(Actions that show respect for the body as a temple of the Holy Spirit)

1. Feed the hungry.

2. Give drink to the thirsty.

3. Welcome the stranger. / Shelter the homeless.

4. Clothe the naked.

5. Visit the sick.

6. Visit those in prison.

7. Bury the dead.

SPIRITUAL WORKS OF MERCY

1. Teach the ignorant.

2. Give advice to those who need it. / Counsel the doubtful.

3. Comfort those who suffer.

4. Be patient with others. / Bear wrongs patiently.

5. Forgive those who hurt you.

6. Correct those who need it.

7. Pray for others.

VIRTUE

CARDINAL VIRTUES

1. Prudence

2. Justice

3. Fortitude

4. Temperance

DAYS IN HONOR OF MARY

August 15 Solemnity of the Assumption

August 22 Memorial of the Queenship of Mary

September 8 Feast of the Birth of Mary (Mary’s Birthday)

September 15 Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows

October 7 Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary

November 19 Our Lady of Divine Providence

November 21 Memorial of the Presentation of Mary

December 8 Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception

December 12 Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

January 1 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

February 2 The Purification of Mary

February 11 Memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes 13

March 25 Solemnity of the Annunciation

May 31 Feast of the Visitation

May (variable) The Immaculate Heart of Mary

NOTE:

Solemnity: liturgies celebrating events, beliefs, and personages of principal importance and universal significance in salvation history

Feast: liturgies of major importance

Memorial: liturgies celebrating minor events in the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary and of saints significant to a local country, church or religious community