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Chapter Context

The church has been appointed to be the path of salvation for the entire mankind by its presence all over the world. The children of the church also should display this character of the church. This lesson should be introduced with a view to express this theme.

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Conviction

- Remaining present in all parts of the world, the church becomes a path of salvation for all.
- She has been appointed to lead everyone to salvation, irrespective of one's caste, religion, community and colour.
- It is when the traditions of the West and the East are safeguarded, respected and accepted in the life of the faithful that the catholicity of the church is manifested.
- In order to interpret the doctrines of faith and to correct the false teachings that took place in the church from time to time, twenty one Universal Councils have taken place so for.
Attitudes

- A sense of responsibility that it is my duty to love all and to speak to them about Jesus.
- A sense of respect for the Western and the Eastern traditions.
Resolution

- I will share the word of God with all at every opportune moment.
- I will learn about the Eastern and the Western traditions.
Teaching aids

The picture of the mustard tree as in the Text book, the picture of people from different countries listening to the Word of God or offering the Holy Mass, Verse-cards showing the Universal nature of the church, The Bible, Documents of the Vatican Council, 'Bharatha Sabha Charithram'.
Presentation of the lesson

Begin the lesson by showing the picture of the mustard tree and by explaining the parable of the mustard seed. Also show the picture of people from different countries offering Mass and explain the Universal character of the church.

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The Pilgrim Church

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