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Year 2
How churches differ
I can describe how Christian churches might look similar and different.
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Year 2
How churches differ
I can describe how Christian churches might look similar and different.
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Key learning points
- There are a range of different churches where Christians worship.
- Different parts of churches have more significance for different groups in Christanity.
- Christians use signs and symbols to show they belong to different traditions.
Keywords
Church - a place of worship for Christians
Altar - a table that is used in some religious ceremonies in a church
Font - a bowl containing water for baptism
Lectern - a special stand where the Bible is read
Bible - the holy book for Christians
Common misconception
There is only one type of church.
Churches come in all shapes and sizes.
Teachers might find it useful to take pictures of the outside and inside of local churches to show different traditions. Pupils could investigate further using the pictures to explore why certain parts of a church might be more significant than others for different believers.
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Starter quiz
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5 Questions
Q1.
Why are places of worship important to believers?
they are used for singing
they are places to play games
Q2.
Where do most Christians go to worship God?
a mosque
a synagogue
Q3.
What does it mean when something is 'sacred'?
it is something that is old and dusty
it is something that is fun and exciting
Q4.
What is belonging?
playing by yourself and not talking to anyone
only talking to the teacher and no one else
Q5.
Which of the following are ways Christians show that they belong to a church?
by playing with friends
Exit quiz
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5 Questions
Q1.
Why do Christians have different types of churches?
because they like different things
because they like different colours and styles
Q2.
What is the name of the special book Christians use in church?
the Qur'an
the Torah
Q3.
What is an important part of a church for many Christians?
the door
the windows
Q4.
What is the special table in a church called?
a lectern
a cross
Q5.
Which ceremony do Christians use to welcome someone into their church?
Easter
confirmation