Religious Education Curriculum Overview

Next Unit of study for years 7 to 10.

Year 10 - Catholic Social Teaching

This unit seeks to ground students in the vocation of social justice, founded in the lived example of Jesus Christ and underpinned by Scripture. It is a thread through the history of the church as it has sought to engage with the issues that have faced its people. In the modern world, these ideas have found firm ground in the formal teachings of Catholic social doctrine, which reflect on the mission of the church and calls us to respond to issues in our world today.

Year 9 Living the Commandments and the Beatitudes

This unit addresses foundational concepts in the study of Christian Morality. Students will examine the Ten Commandments as the basis of the covenant or agreement between God and God’s people and as the foundation of Christian moral teaching. The Ten Commandments express the fundamental duties of an individual towards God and neighbour and are the basis of our present-day law. Students will also explore the Beatitudes as they present a vision for life that is radically different from the vision held by many people, both in Jesus’ time and today. 

Year 8 Striving for Goodness

Within the Christian worldview God is acknowledged as the highest good. Created in the image and likeness of God, women and men are inherently good. In this unit students will explore and affirm the good in their lives and the reality that the distortion of good can prevent us from realising the fullness of our humanity.

Year 7 Stewards of Creation

In this unit students will examine our belief that God is the source of all creation, and that all human beings have been called to stewardship. Students will be encouraged to explore positive ways to show care for all of God’s creation. The Scriptures and the Creed, inform our beliefs about God, creation and humanity.