Use the unit song before or after opening prayer, during a prayer celebration, at the end of a session, or during special celebrations.
Unit 1: The Goodness of God
Chapter 1: God’s Goodness What Catholics Believe
God reveals himself as one God in Three Persons
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Good Stewards
Chapter 2: Praise and Thanksgiving How Catholics Worship
It is right to give thanks and praise to the Lord our God, especially for the gift of God’s Son, Jesus.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Altar Servers
Chapter 3: The Commandments and God’s Covenant (God’s Covenant) How Catholics Live
The Ten Commandments guide us in serving the one true God.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Catechists
Chapter 4: The Commandments and the Lord’s Prayer (Our Father in Heaven) How Catholics Pray
We follow the message of selflessness by praying the Lord’s Prayer.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Music
Unit 2: Jesus is the Son of God
Chapter 5: Jesus, the Image of God What Catholics Believe
Jesus shows us how to love others as God loves us.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Cursillo
Chapter 6: Baptism in Christ How Catholics Worship
In Baptism we are united with Christ and the Church.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Godparents
Chapter 7: The Commandments and the Beatitudes (Kingdom and Beatitudes) How Catholics Live
The Beatitudes are paths to happiness and to God’s kingdom.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Holy Name Society
Chapter 8: The Commandments and the Kingdom [Thy Kingdom Come] How Catholics Pray
The Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes lead to God’s justice.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Parish Staff
Unit 3: The Holy Spirit
Chapter 9: The Holy Spirit Guides Us What Catholics Believe
The Holy Spirit guides us in making choices that show God’s goodness.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Youth Ministers
Chapter 10: Confirmed in the Spirit How Catholics Worship
In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the Holy Spirit strengthens us to become more like Christ.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • RCIA
Chapter 11: The Commandments and the Law of Love (Love of Neighbor) How Catholics Live
The fourth through sixth commandments guide us to love and respect all people.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Respect Life
Chapter 12: The Commandments and Doing God’s Will (Thy Will Be Done) How Catholics Pray
Through prayer we learn to understand and trust God’s plan for each of us.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Eucharistic Holy Hour
Unit 4: The Church
Chapter 13: Sacraments in the Church What Catholics Believe
The Church celebrates the sacraments so that we can fully experience Christ’s presence.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Liturgy Committee
Chapter 14: The Sacrament of Reconciliation How Catholics Worship
Through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, our relationship with God and the Church is healed.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Anointing of the Sick and Ministry
Chapter 15: The Commandments and Forgiveness (Forgiveness and Reconciliation) How Catholics Live
Our conscience is guided by what the Church teaches about God’s laws.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Pastoral Council
Chapter 16: The Commandments and Praying for Forgiveness (Forgive Us Our Trespasses) How Catholics Pray
The seventh through tenth commandments require us to give proper respect and care for the rights of others.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Lectors
Unit 5: Social Justice
Chapter 17: Our Vocation to the World What Catholics Believe
We share Christ’s role as priest, prophet, and king with those who are baptized.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Ministries to the Unemployed
Chapter 18: The Eucharist How Catholics Worship
The Eucharist is central to our Catholic faith.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Chapter 19: The New Commandment and the Works of Mercy (The Law of Love) How Catholics Live
Jesus combined the Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes into one law of love.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Ministries to the Poor
Chapter 20: The Commandments and Bringing God’s Message to the World (Deliver Us from Evil) How Catholics Pray
Through prayer, God helps us bring his love, peace, and justice to the world.
Faith in Action • Parish Ministry • Rosary Altar Society