Jss2 Second Term CRS Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Class: JSS2

Subject: Christian Religious Studies (CRS)

Second Term:

Week 1: Introduction to the New Testament

Lesson: Understanding the significance and structure of the New Testament.

Activity: Group discussion on the differences between the Old and New Testaments.

Week 2: The Life of Jesus Christ

Lesson: Exploring the life, teachings, and miracles of Jesus.

Activity: Creating a visual timeline of Jesus’ life.

Week 3: The Apostles and Early Christian Church

Lesson: Studying the roles of the apostles and the growth of the early Christian community.

Activity: Group presentation on the life of a chosen apostle.

Week 4: Paul’s Missionary Journeys

Lesson: Analyzing the journeys and letters of the Apostle Paul.

Activity: Mapping Paul’s missionary journeys and discussing his letters.

Week 5: Early Christian Persecutions

Lesson: Understanding the challenges faced by early Christians.

Activity: Role-playing scenarios of early Christian experiences.

Week 6: The Formation of the New Testament

Lesson: Examining how the books of the New Testament were selected.

Activity: Creating a mock council to discuss the inclusion of biblical books.

Week 7: The Early Church Councils

Lesson: Learning about major church councils and their decisions.

Activity: Debating the outcomes and implications of key church councils.

Week 8: Spread of Christianity

Lesson: Exploring the historical spread of Christianity.

Activity: Research and presentation on the impact of Christianity in a chosen region.

Week 9: Christian Worship and Sacraments

Lesson: Understanding Christian worship practices and sacraments.

Activity: Simulating a Christian worship service.

Week 10: Christian Ethics

Lesson: Discussing ethical principles in Christianity.

Activity: Group discussions on applying Christian ethics in daily life.

Week 11: Revision Week

Lesson: Reviewing key concepts from the second term.

Activity: Quiz and group discussions for reinforcement.

Week 12: Examination Week

Lesson: Preparing for and taking the end-of-term examination.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Lesson: Recap of the term’s learnings.

Activity: Group reflections and farewell messages.