Capstone

OBJECTIVE

The objective of the Liturgy module is to reiterate the importance of memorizing prayers as learned in Kindergarten. In addition, be able to identify the roles of the clergy and people in the Liturgical prayers. Be able to identify the different components of the liturgy which include sight, smell, and hearing (how all of these tie in together). Specifically, how all of these sensations ultimately lead to our understanding of the liturgy.

INSTRUCTIONS/IDEAS

• Game Show: Split the class into 2 or more teams. Bring in bells or buzzers and have them compete to answer review questions.
• Creativity: Make a drawing of and present to the class and say a few words about what the drawing means (physical and spiritual aspect) of the following:
  • The Censer
  • The Orban
  • The Priest, deacons, and the people in the church
• Writing: Describe the liturgy in a 5 sentence paragraph and read to the class.
  • Make sure to include words such as: priest, deacon, people, communion, fasting, holy, fasting, prayers, etc.
• Describe what the liturgy means to them.
• Conceptualize: How can we apply the liturgy at home?
• Conclusion: Sing a hymn from the liturgy (English) at the time of prayer altogether

REVIEW MATERIAL

THE CENSER AND INTERCESSION REVIEW

• When is incense raised?
  • During vespers, during matins and during the liturgy
• What do the three chains represent?
  • The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit
• What does the raising of incense represent?
  • Our pure prayers taken up to the divine throne by angels

Memory Verse

"In every place incense shall be offered to My name"

Malachi 1:11

HOLY BREAD REVIEW

• Why is the Orbana a circle?
  • It has no beginning and no end
• What do the five crosses mean?
  • The represent Jesus' wounds
• What does the 12 crosses mean?
  • The 12 disciples
• What does the middle cross represent?
  • Jesus Christ
• What does the Orbana maker play when making the Orbana?
  • Church Hymns

ALTER UTENSILS AND THE EUCHARIST REVIEW

• What is the name of the cup that holds the Blood of Christ?
  • Chalice
• What is the platter called that holds the Body of Christ?
  • Paten
• What is the spoon called?
  • Misteer
• Can someone who is NOT baptized be able to take communion?
  • No

ICONS & VESTMENTS REVIEW

• What are vestments?
  • The outer clothing worn by the clergy
• What color is the main color of the vestments of church?
  • White
• Before the vestment can be worn what needs to happen?
  • The Bishop needs to be blessed by a Bishop
• What is an icon?
  • It is a painting that is used in the church
• What is the purpose of the icon?
  • They remind us of certain events or saints
• What do Icons represent?
  • They are window into Heaven