WHO IS GOD?
Middle schoolers
recognize that God the
Father is the Creator of the
world, God the Son (Jesus)
saves the world from sin, and God the
Holy Spirit gives and strengthens our
faith. Middle schoolers comprehend
that Jesus died on the cross and rose
from the dead to save them from sin
and grant them eternal life.
Faith Questions
WHERE IS GOD? HOW DO I
INTERACT WITH HIM?
Middle schoolers know that
God is always with them. They
know they can talk to Him through prayer
at any time, anywhere and that the Bible
is God's direct message to them. Middle
schoolers know God was present in their
Baptism when He gave the gift of faith
and promised them eternal life with Him.
Through Holy Communion, students know
that God forgives and strengthens them
with His continual presence.
WHAT HAS GOD DONE FOR US?
In God's powerful love, middle schoolers recog-
nize that God gave His only Son, Jesus Christ, to
live and die for them and the whole world. God freely gives
the gift of faith—it's nothing that can be earned, bought, or
obtained on merit. Middle schoolers know that God cares
about them, their day, their feelings, their friends, and their
future. They know that God daily gives them the strength to
be a good student, son or daughter, and friend.
HOW DOES GOD WORK
THROUGH THE CHURCH?
At church, students hear
God's message in Scrip-
ture. They see family and friends who
share beliefs and encourage one
another. In Bible study, students have
a safe place to ask questions and find
real answers about God and their
faith. God gives middle schoolers
direction and wisdom through DCEs,
teachers, and volunteers that spend
time with them.
WHO AM I? WHO IS MY
NEIGHBOR?
Middle schoolers know
they are chosen and res-
cued from sin through Jesus' death.
They recognize that they need His
forgiveness and that God designed
them to follow Jesus' example. Middle
schoolers understand that God gives
them talents, gifts, and purpose.
They recognize that their "neighbor"
includes coaches, parents, peers, and
strangers.
HOW DOES GOD WORK THROUGH PEOPLE?
Middle schoolers are called to respect their par-
ents and teachers. Middle schoolers are called to
do their best in school and treat their peers with
love and kindness. At church, middle schoolers can appreci-
ate the time they spend learning and worshiping while also
serving others with the special gifts God gives them. In the
world, middle schoolers are called to follow Jesus' example
as they make decisions and interact with friends.
"They can talk to God
through prayer at
any time, anywhere."
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