The Unit Titles that relate to the Prayer and Discernment Strand are:
Foundation |
Years1 & 2 |
Years3 & 4 |
Years5 & 6 |
Years7 & 8 |
Years9 & 10 |
PostCompulsory |
The Content of the Curriculum Framework for the Prayer and Discernment Strand is below:
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Foundation |
Years1 & 2 |
Years3 & 4 |
Years5 & 6 |
Years7 & 8 |
Years9 & 10 |
PostCompulsory |
Doctrinal Concepts |
I am with God in a special way in prayer. (2560) Prayer involves rituals, ‘Effective Signs’, celebrations and silence. (2663) Prayer is a way of thanking God for life and creation. (2637, 2638) |
I am with God in a special way in prayer. (2560) Prayer involves rituals, ‘Effective Signs’, celebrations and silence. (2663) Prayer is a way of thanking God for life and creation. (2637, 2638) |
People celebrate and pray together at different times and in different ways. (2660, 2591, 2720) The celebration of Eucharist is the heart of our community prayer. (2643) When we pray together, we celebrate God’s presence. (2558, 2565) |
In our communities we experience various kinds of prayer: thanksgiving, petition, praise, sorrow and adoration. (2626-2643) Prayer is expressed in different ways through music, movement and meditation. (2660, 2663) The Scriptures are a rich source of nourishment for personal and communal prayer. (2568- 2589) Jesus’ prayer to God shows us how to pray. The celebration of liturgical feasts is an opportunity for personal and communal prayer. |
Forms of prayer emanate from the cultural traditions of the community, nourishing and enriching individuals and the wider Church. (2633) Prayer celebrates the sacredness of God within time and place. (2659) Prayer expresses praise, thanksgiving and intercession and fosters compassion and unity. (2608) Drawing on the spirituality of indigenous Australians enriches prayer. (842, 843, 2566) |
Prayer is a response to God’s relationship with us. (2567) |
Different styles of prayer, for example, personal contemplation, lectio divina, liturgy of the hours, devotional practices, are part of the rich heritage of the Church. (2700-2719) Prayer celebrates and interprets the life and faith experience of the person and community. (2651) Prayer is expressed through different commitments and lifestyles. (2651)
Personal spirituality is nourished and expressed in prayer. (2697) |
Enduring Questions |
WHY IS PRAYER IMPORTANT? (KNOWLEDGE) |
WHAT IS PRAYER? (KNOWLEDGE) |
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Achievement Standards: |
Students identify prayer as an expression of God's relationship with each of them and a way of responding to this relationship. Students describe various ways they can pray. |
Students identify prayer as an expression of God's relationship with each of us and a way of responding to this relationship. Students describe various ways they can pray. They identify and participate in different types of prayer. |
Students identify the various purposes for prayer. They describe when and how they pray. Students engage in various forms of prayer. |
Students identify the many forms and types of prayer. They articulate the link between prayer and daily life. Students explore examples of a formal prayer (The Lord's Prayer) and explain its relevance to their life. |
Students examine various forms of prayer that have arisen from cultural and scriptural faith traditions over time. Students engage in various forms of prayer. |
Students recognise prayer as central to growing in faithful relationship with the living God. |
Students examine prayer as growing in faithful relationships, listening, trusting and celebrating the living God. |
Learning Foci |
We can talk and listen to God through prayer. |
Begin to understand the different elements of prayer Begin to use prayer structures, both formal and informal, as a way of communicating with God. |
Explore the concept of prayer as a means by which people are able to grow in their relationship with God. Learn about different ways to pray, including formal, reflective, meditative, journaling and praying through music and art. |
Learn about various kinds of prayer. Build on their understanding that prayer nourishes inner growth. Identify that scripture is an integral part of the prayer life of the Church. |
Prayer is a means of developing a relationship with God. Prayer is personal, communal and liturgical. Different forms of prayer are associated with religious and cultural traditions. |
Prayer is a means of expressing a relationship with God, both individually and communally. There are a variety of prayers in the Catholic tradition. |
Different traditions of Christian prayer and meditation are a means of exploring, responding to, and touching the presence of God in human experience. |
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