CS30.3
Examine the daily commitment involved in responding to Jesus' invitation to live in covenant with God.

[SH, KG, SSM]

Indicators for this outcome
(a)

Explain the Catholic understanding of a God who calls.

(b)

Describe what can be learned about the commitment required for living in a covenantal relationship with God through:

  • the call and response of St. Peter
  • the call and response of St. Paul
  • Catholic teachings of Pentecost
  • the commissioning of the disciples.
(c)

Investigate difficulties one might encounter in hearing and heeding the call of God such as:

  • apathy or indifference to spirituality
  • negative associations with religion or religious institutions
  • the prevalence of atheism in contemporary society
  • the presence of various non-religious views (e.g., agnosticism, humanism, relativism)
  • conflicting religious views
  • daily distractions (e.g., social media, mass media saturation, fads, trends, sensory overload, financial and other pressures).
(d)

Investigate how a person's daily efforts to hear and heed God's call can be supported in various ways by considering the ideas of:

  • spiritual counsellors (e.g., clergy, teachers, theologians, Elders, men and women religious, evangelists, parents, family, friends)
  • artists whose subject matter is spiritual (e.g., sculptors, painters, architects, poets, musicians, playwrights, filmmakers, dancers)
  • the digital world (social media, internet)
  • retreat houses, leaders and facilitators
  • missionary disciples
  • social justice and service agencies (e.g., Development and Peace, Catholic Family Services).
(e)

Analyze the impact of the `new evangelization' on one's own life and contemporary society.

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R055021
Encountering Christ in the Sacraments
This is a comprehensive student resource to learn about the history, development and modern-day use of the sacraments. It contains a well-developed glossary, engaging discussion questions, tasks that make use of a variety of teaching strategies, and chapter summaries. In addition, there are mini-liturgies and prayers that coincide with the chapters.
•  Encountering Christ in the Sacraments. Teacher's Resource
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $27.00 USD
Record posted/updated: June 21, 2021
R005761
Catholic Social Teaching: Christian Life in Society
This resource discusses the social teachings of the Church and what they express about God's plan for all people and our obligations to care for one another, especially those most in need in society. Subjects such as abortion, the death penalty, suicide, euthanasia, war, racism, immigration, sexual exploitation, and disability are addressed from the standpoint of sustaining and nurturing a culture of life. Key terms are explained in the margins and review questions are included at the end of every chapter.
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•  Catholic Social Teaching: Christian Life in Society. Teacher Guide
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $28.95 USD
Record posted/updated: June 21, 2021
R013195
Exploring Sacred Scripture(Imprimatur ed.)
This resource has 14 chapters which provide Scripture analysis of the Old Testament and New Testament. Included are the Pentateuch and the Book of Genesis, Historical Books, Wisdom Literature, Prophets, each of the Gospels, Acts of the Apostles and Letter to the Romans, Other Pauline Letters and the Book of Revelation. Each chapter begins with a faith focus, discipleship formation, Scripture references and a faith glossary. Catholic prayers, devotions and stories of Saints to learn by example are found throughout the resource.
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•  Exploring Sacred Scripture. Teacher's Resource
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $27.00 USD
Record posted/updated: June 21, 2021
R014807
The Risen One. Student Edition
This resource allows students to explore the life of Christ and his Paschal Mystery, as well as topics such as the call to holiness, how we are made in the image of God and the essentials of Catholic spirituality. Each section begins with an explanation of the concepts students will examine and a list of new vocabulary. Primary sources, such as Scripture references, papal documents and short biographies of historical figures who shaped the Church, are included throughout the text.
•  The Risen One. Teacher Edition: Living the Paschal Mystery as Disciples of Christ
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $39.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R011870
Living in Christ Series
Living in Christ is a Catholic high school resource series that presents the basic tenets of the Catholic faith in an engaging and accessible format for students.
•  Jesus Christ. Teacher Guide: God's Love Made Visible
•  Jesus Christ: God's Love Made Visible
•  The Living Word. Teacher Guide: The Revelation of God's Love
•  The Living Word: The Revelation of God's Love
•  The Paschal Mystery. Teacher Guide: Christ's Mission of Salvation
•  The Paschal Mystery: Christ's Mission of Salvation
•  Vocations. Teacher Guide: Answering God's Call
•  Vocations: Answering God's Call
Media and Formats : Book
Price : Free
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R102167
The Bible Compass: A Catholic's Guide to Navigating the Scriptures
This guide provides the reader with suggestions and tools for reading the Bible in order to interpret Scripture and to derive the most benefit from Bible study. The resource also addresses many common questions about the Bible, such as: Where did the Bible come from? Is the Bible really inspired by God? and Why are there different translations of the Bible?
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $12.99 US
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R049305
Convinced
This documentary tells the stories of individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds who chose to become Catholics. Conversion experiences are shared by agnostics, atheists, Protestants and Catholics who had fallen away from the Church. This program explores these individuals' spiritual journeys of becoming Catholic and their understanding of faith.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $24.10
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R102524
The Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth(3rd ed.)
This resource provides students with a comprehensive overview of the Catholic faith, with chapters such as: The Creed, Liturgy and Sacraments, Christian Morality, Christian Prayer and Catholic Quick Facts. Each chapter includes ideas for reflection, practical ideas on how to live and pray using the concepts discussed in everyday life, a profile of one of the saints and review questions.
•  The Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth. Teacher Guide
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $30.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R002964
A Step Along the Way: Models of Christian Service
This book discusses six people whose lives displayed compelling service to others: Dorothy Stang, Dorothy Day, Mother Teresa, Martin Luther King, Jr., Oscar Romero, and Pierre Claverie, OP. The second part of the book focuses on the six corresponding models of service that each person exemplified: stewardship, hospitality, compassion, advocacy, solidarity, and witness. Each virtue is explored for its biblical roots, how to grow in it and temptations characteristically associated with it.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $25.00 USD
Record posted/updated: June 22, 2021
R044083
God's Word Revealed in Sacred Scripture. Student Edition(2nd ed.)
This resource discusses the importance of the Bible as God's Living Word and how God's plan and His faithfulness to His people are revealed in the Old and New Testaments. Each chapter begins with learning outcomes and faith-formation outcomes for the student, plus each section also provides opportunities for students to reflect upon what they are learning in features such as: What About You Personally?
•  God's Word Revealed in Sacred Scripture. Teacher's Resource
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $37.95 US
Record posted/updated: February 24, 2021
R044542
Son of God and Son of Mary
This student resource discusses the topics of the Trinity, Mary, and Christology. It also brings in the topics of discipleship and vocation. Each chapter has think-pair-share activities, reflective questions and references for further reading. There are also vignettes about saintly people (canonized and other) at the conclusion of every chapter that align to the chapter themes.
•  Son of God and Son of Mary. Teacher's Resource
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $27.00 USD
Record posted/updated: June 21, 2021
R103087
High School Talksheets on the New Testament for Ages 14-18. Epic Bible Stories: 52 Ready-to-Use Discussions
This resource contains reproducible talksheets that may be used as discussion-starters or as enrichment for topics in the curriculum. The stories highlight Biblical principles using examples from the New Testament such as: Christ's miracles, the Pharisee and the tax collector, the Good Samaritan, Zacchaeus, Mary and Martha and Paul and Silas.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $18.50
Record posted/updated: February 14, 2019
R102178
YOUCAT English: Youth Prayer Book
This book is a collection of old and new prayers to help youth experience the benefits of prayer as a path to friendship with God. The first part of the book contains a prayer cycle that provides morning and evening prayers for two weeks. The second part of the book includes a range of prayers on various topics.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $14.95 US
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R102981
Ask the Bible Geek: Fascinating Answers to Intriguing Questions(Updated & expanded)
This book deals with realistic and relatable concerns and questions about God, the history of the Catholic Church, dealing with temptation, living like Christ and seeing God in the everyday. The resource offers solutions in order to live an authentic Christian life that is rooted in Scripture and Catholic tradition.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $18.95
Record posted/updated: June 17, 2021
R023847
St. Rita of Cascia: The True Story
This DVD is a docudrama that tells the story of the difficult life of St. Rita of Cascia and of the struggles and tragedy she faced before she was led to a monastic life. Experts reflect and explain the historical and social context of her times, as well as Rita’s involvement with the church. This video provides insight regarding women in the early Church.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $13.46 USD
Record posted/updated: June 17, 2021
R023866
Saint Francis of Assisi: His Life and Miracles
This DVD is a docudrama on the life and miracles of St. Francis of Assisi. It explains his work with those living in poverty and how he was able to spread the Gospel. It also provides information about the early days of the Franciscan order.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
Price : $14.95
Record posted/updated: June 17, 2021
R040099
YOUCAT English. Youth Catechism of the Catholic Church
This resource summarizes Catholic doctrine in way that is accessible to teens. A question-and-answer format, graphics and thought-provoking quotes provide information on the Catholic faith and links for further study.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $19.95 US
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R102749
More High School TalkSheets. Epic Old Testament Stories
This resource contains reproducible talksheets that may be used as discussion-starters or as enrichment for topics in the curriculum. The stories highlight Biblical principles using examples from the Old Testament such as: Ruth, Saul, David, Solomon, Elijah, Esther, Job, Daniel and Jonah.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $18.50
Record posted/updated: February 14, 2019
R103269
NOOMA Complete Collection
This DVD series explores various aspects of modern life in relation to the Gospel. Centered on the work of Pastor Rob Bell, the theology is practical and accessible. Biblical themes are introduced in 24 videos. Each DVD includes discussion guides for individual reflection or group discussion.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD Video
Price : $39.99 USD
Record posted/updated: June 17, 2021
R103240
Word by Word: Slowing Down with the Hail Mary
This resource is a collection of meditations by current Catholic authors, reflecting on each word of the Hail Mary. These explorations encourage the reader to slow down and examine the beloved prayer more closely.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $19.95
Record posted/updated: February 12, 2019
R039334
100 Things Every Catholic Teen Should Know
Common questions teens have about the Catholic faith are grouped by theme in this easy-to-read resource. Topics include: the existence of God, salvation, the Magisterium, the Church, the Sacraments, morality and prayer. Each question is followed by a one- or two-page answer, ending with the Biblical references that support the explanation.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $12.00 US
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R103266
Ed's Story. A Film Series About Hope
This DVD series of short films follows Pastor Ed Dobson's reflections after receiving a terminal diagnosis of ALS. What he understood as a devastating and debilitating reality slowly becomes a journey of hope and healing. A reflection guide is available, as well. This resource supports the topic of human suffering and Christian hope.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD Video
Price : $19.99
Record posted/updated: June 17, 2021
R003013
Around the Table: Retelling the Story of the Eucharist Through the Eyes of Jesus' First Followers
This book focuses on the Eucharist through the stories of 14 biblical characters who were among the first disciples. Each chapter provides the perspective of one of these Saints, the effect Jesus had on them, and what we can learn from their encounters. Reflection questions, prayers, and numerous biblical passages are included in every chapter.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $14.95 USD
Record posted/updated: June 17, 2021
R006605
Portraits of Faith: Young Adult Catholics Share Their Stories
This book is a collection of 15 essays by young Catholics from across Canada. The diverse group of authors share a common desire for a deeper relationship with God which they reveal in their personal stories.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $14.95
Record posted/updated: June 17, 2021
R040994
The Way. Student Edition: Living Out God's Plan for Your Life as a Disciple of Christ
This resource discusses what it means to live as a disciple of Christ. Section topics include: The Reality of Sin, Love of God, Love of Neighbour and Living the Gospel Message. Each section begins with an explanation of the concepts students will examine and a list of new vocabulary. Primary sources, such as Scripture references, papal documents and historical writings, are included throughout the text.
•  The Way: Living Out God's Plan for Your Life as a Disciple of Christ. Teacher Edition
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $41.95
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R052009
Confronting the Ideologies of Our Time
This resource, part of the Father Michael Ryan series, provides Catholic educators with a brief introduction to the ideologies that exist in contemporary society and their relationship to the Catholic faith. Topics include: materialism, atheism, scientism and relativism.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $15.50
Record posted/updated: January 22, 2019
R103270
YOUCAT. Study Guide: Youth Catechism of the Catholic Church
This study guide is divided into the same four parts as the YOUCAT itself: what we believe, how we celebrate what we believe, how we live what we believe and how we pray. The guide also includes topics for study, reflection and application in daily life.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $9.95 US
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R020080
Altaration: The Mystery of the Mass Revealed. Leader's Guide
This is the leader’s guide that accompanies a five-part series about the Mass. It includes the entire content of the student workbook, plus a program overview, planning section and leader’s notes.
•  Altaration. The Mystery of the Mass Revealed
•  Altaration: The Mystery of the Mass Revealed. Student Workbook
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $21.95 USD
Record posted/updated: June 22, 2021
R039781
The Faith Difference: Prayers, Lessons, Activities, and Games for Teens
Sr. Kieran Sawyer has compiled ideas from the workshops and retreats she has facilitated into a book of enrichment activities for teachers to use in the classroom. Exercises and discussions are included for topics such as: community building, value systems, prayers of reconciliation and God's promises.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $28.82
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R103088
Tweeting with God: # Big Bang, Prayer, Bible, Sex, Crusades, Sin, Career ...
Fr. Michel Remery takes 200 questions from young people and answers them all in Tweets to show how applicable faith is in the 21st century. Each Tweet is accompanied by an expanded explanation of the topic. Some of the questions include: What are the origins of the Church? Was Jesus against women? and Why are we here on Earth?
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $21.95 (US)
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R011878
Faith and Revelation: Knowing God Through Sacred Scripture(Semester ed.)
This resource provides a detailed history of the Old Testament and the formation of the Bible. It explains major events throughout the time before Jesus and connects them to Salvation history. Each chapter contains questions and supplemental readings for further study. The layout provides a balance of text and images.
•  Faith and Revelation: Knowing God Through Sacred Scripture. Teacher's Manual
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $25.00 USD
Record posted/updated: June 22, 2021
R001788
The Bible Book
This resource explains the key figures, recurring themes and core ideas of both the Old and New Testaments using colourful graphics, famous artwork and historical timelines.
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $32.00
Record posted/updated: September 6, 2019
R010140
Understanding the Scriptures(Semester ed.)
This book discusses in detail the history of the Church. Using paintings and other visual references, this resource provides a comprehensive history of the Life of Jesus Christ and provides historical references to better understand Scripture.
•  Understanding the Scriptures. Teacher's Manual
Media and Formats : Book
Price : $25.00 USD
Record posted/updated: August 30, 2021