2. Stories of Origin and Important People Jesus: The Birth of Jesus- when the angel Gabriel came down to Mary who was engaged with Joseph Baptized by John the Baptist- got recognized as the Christ Jesus’ teachings and his miracles- calming the storm Crucifixion and Resurrection Resurrection of Jesus Jesus getting baptized Calming the Storm
3. Core Beliefs Monotheistic god and the Trinity Belief that Jesus is the Messiah and the Son of God Abrahamic faith- based off from Abraham Jesus The belief of Jesus the son of God Jesus The Trinity
4. Holy Writings Bible: The New testament-has 27 books The Old Testament Gospels written by: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John The first four books in the New Testament are the four gospels The Old Testament in the Bible The 4 gospels The New Testament in the Bible
5. Symbols and Objects Cross: Symbol for Jesus life-shaped the structure which Jesus was crucified Represents his sacrifice of his own body Fish (Ichthus): Represents baptism Ancient Greek word for Christian’s life or Jesus’ Dove: Represents the holy spirits For peace Crown of Thorns: Jesus wore before crucified Represents sins Christian Cross Fish symbol The Dove Symbol
6. Holy Places and Places of Worship Churches and what is inside: Go to have time with themselves and God Cross is in churches because that is what Jesus died on Holy Water to bless yourself is in the church Altar is inside which is a table with a cross in the middle and candles on each side. The bible is usually on it Church with a cross Holy water in a church An Altar inside a Church