The Triduum

Learning Objectives:
1. Know what the Triduum Liturgies are
2. Explain the meaning of the veneration of the cross
3. Reflect on the value of participating in the Triduum

Resources Include: 
- Fully editable PowerPoint Lesson
- Triduum Info - Information sheets about Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil.
- Record It - An A3 sheet for pupils to record the relevant information about the Triduum.
- Veneration of the Cross - Space for pupils to record information about the three stages of this ritual: presentation of the cross, veneration by the faithful, and silent reflection.

Religious Education Directory Links:
U8.4.5 - Describe how the Church enters into the Paschal mystery of Christ’s death and resurrection, by explaining the meaning of one symbol used in the Triduum liturgies that link to Catholic beliefs about the mystery of Christ’s passion, death, and resurrection (e.g., Procession to the altar of repose, the veneration of the cross, the Easter fire).
R8.4.3 - Participate in the celebration of the Triduum at their local parish * This is covered by asking pupils to reflect on the value of attending the Triduum.

Scheme of Work: Year 8 Desert to Garden - Lesson 11 _______________________________________________________________________________

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