Scripture St. Paul on the Scriptures – Romans 15:4-6 LF1; The Torah/Pentateuch – first 5 books of the Bible In the beginning was the Word – John 1:1 And the word became flesh – John 1:14 The Gospels Acts/Letters/Revelation 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Prayers/Tradition Oral Tradition– stories were told before being written. Responses to the readings at mass. Priest kissing the scriptures. Bible used for prayer and to guide life. Experiences, feelings and ideas When have you heard the Bible being read? How does it make you feel? How does the Bible help us live? What stories are passed on in your family and why? Sacraments Mass – Liturgy of the Word Excerpts from the Scriptures read during celebration of all the Sacraments Christian Beliefs Holy Spirit as inspiration/author of the Bible co-operating with human authors. Reverence for the Word of God. God speaks through the words of scripture. The Bible is a guide for living. Prayer is a means of listening to God. Hymns YEAR 6 Local Church / Community - SOURCES Art/Images/Artefacts BBC Learning Zone 307 The Bible Bibles;Torah;Lectern Dead Sea Scrolls http://um-insight.net/perspectives/top-fivebenefits-to-reading-the-bible-as-library,-notas-bo/ Four Evangelists by Jacob Jordaens – Louvre St Jerome at prayer: http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/ giovanni-girolamo-savoldo-saint-jerome Oh the Word of My Lord Open Your Ears O Christian People Listen Let Your Heart Keep Seeking Lord, teach me your ways Christian Life; Beliefs and Values Reverence and respect Wisdom Knowledge Following the example of Jesus… Ways in which we can witness to the good news and be the good news. 1 Corinthians – faith, hope, love, endurance, patience, kindness, selflessness, humility, truthfulness…..