7th Grade Religion

Teacher: Ms. Mary Ellen Harmeyer, mharmeyer@stclarepdx.org

Seventh graders study Jesus, the historical man, the divine Son of God, and the Messiah to all people.  In addition to reading the text, seventh graders study and research a saint and create a powerpoint presentation. They also study Catholic Social Teaching through our literature novel A Christmas Carol. In Lent, seventh graders are responsible for writing and presenting an original version of the Stations of the Cross for the school and parish community. Throughout the year, seventh graders plan and host three all-school masses. They also participate in several service projects such as the recycling program at the school, the Giving Tree program through the parish, and the "Bring a Can of Food" drives on the last Friday of the month.

Near the end of the year, the seventh graders will review and expand their study of Catholic teachings on sexuality using the Fully Alive series and other appropriate materials.