Year 8

Some of the Topics we cover in Year 8:

• The Bible – Old Testament and New Testament Stories; in particular we study the gospel of Mark.
• The sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation
• Palestine at the Time of Jesus
• Famous Stories (Parables) told by Jesus.
• The Mass and why it is important for Catholics
• Parish life and how we can serve God and others.

Year 9

Some of the Topics we cover in Year 9:

• Understanding the Universe and Caring for the Earth
• The Ten Commandments and how they can help us live better lives
• The Orthodox church
• We learn about different Protestant Churches and how we can build better relationships between Catholics and Protestants
• We study the Gospel of Luke
• We learn about Jewish Religion

Year 10

Some of the Topics we cover in Year 10:

• Knowing and Accepting Myself
• The importance of Friendship
• Prejudice and Stereotyping
• Justice and Human Rights
• The Religion of Islam
• The Life and Message of St Paul
• How Christianity came to Ireland

How will I be assessed in Years 8, 9 and 10?

You will have an exam at the end of each Term.