Good morning Class 4!
As I am sure you remember, last week we began our new Religious Education topic on Pentecost, focusing on ‘serving’.
Last week we looked at what happened on the day of the Pentecost and then used what we had learnt to unpick and compare artists’ interpretations of this.
This week we will look at what happened after the Apostles spoke to the gathered people in the power of the spirit.
The power of the Holy Spirit is for all Christians and all are called to share the Gospel message. The Good News of Jesus is for the whole world. The event is celebrated in Christian churches on the Feast of Pentecost.
We cannot keep silent (based on Acts 4:1-26)
The friends of Jesus were full of new life and could not stop telling everyone about Jesus.
Their minds and hearts were full of all he had done and said.
When they went to the temple to pray they talked to people and crowds gathered round them.
They helped the poor and the sick.
Some of the officials in the temple were very annoyed about everything that was happening.
One day they had Peter and John arrested and put them in prison.
The next day all the council officials assembled and had Peter and John brought before them.
“We’ve heard that you are going about preaching about Jesus and healing.
What right do you have to do this?” they asked.
Peter and John were not afraid, “Whatever good we do,” said Peter, “we do in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.
You crucified him, but God raised him from the dead.” The whole council were amazed that two very ordinary men were not afraid, and were able to speak out boldly.
They discussed the matter, and then ordered the disciples never to speak or teach in the name of Jesus.
But Peter and John were not frightened by any of their threats and said, “We cannot keep silent about the great things that God has done. We have to spread the Good News of Jesus.”
The officials had to let them go because the people were so glad about what they were doing, and the officials did not want to risk a riot.
When Peter and John got back to the other disciples, everyone thanked God for their safety and the courage that the coming of the Holy Spirit had given them.
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The apostles are witnesses to Jesus being raised to new life by God. The Holy Spirit confirmed their faith in Jesus and gave them the courage they needed to speak out about the Good News of Jesus even when they were threatened.
Task 1:
Try to answer some of these questions on the blog:
· Why were the friends of Jesus full of new life?
· Why do you think the officials were annoyed?
· What happened to Peter and John?
· How do you think Peter and John felt when they were arrested?
· What did they say to the council?
· How did Peter and John show their courage to the officials?
· What would you have done? Why?
Task 2:
Write a character profile about either Peter or John.
Based on what you have just read, write a short paragraph explaining the following:
– What actions Peter or John took and give reasons for these actions.
– What type of person must they be because of this?
You can write your character profiles on the blog, or write it in your yellow home learning book and then draw a picture of Peter or John to go with it. If you can, send in a photograph of your work as I always love to see what you have done.
If you have any questions, please just ask!
I look forward to reading your ideas!
From Miss Lee
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1) There life was full of new life because there minds and hearts were full of what Jesus did and said.
2) They were anoyed of what was happening.
3) John and Peter where aressted.
4) I think that they felt upset but ok because they new that God and Jesus were going to help them
Well done Ella, I agree with your answer to.qiestion 4, although they may have been upset they trusted in God and Jesus and knew they were looking over them.
1. Peter and John said to the council that whatever good they do they do in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.
2.The friends of Jesus were full of new life because of what Jesus had told them and done.
3.When Peter and John were arrested I don’t think that they were scared.
4.Peter and John must have been very faithful to God because of this.
Good answers Clara, I agree, this story shows just how faithful they were.
1.I would have done the same thing because I am very faithful to God.
2. Peter and John were arrested.
3.I think that they were not afraid because they knew that God and Jesus were looking out for them.
4. They spoke boldly to show that they were not afraid or intimidated.
Great answers Holly! I agree with what you have written, sometimes it is hard to stand up for what you believe in but here Peter and John stayed strong and trusted that God was looking over them.
Hello everyone. Here are my answers for the questions.
Task one:
Try to answer some of these questions on the blog:
* Why were the friends of Jesus full of new life?
They were very happy that Jesus was alive.
* Why do you think the officials were annoyed?
They did not want people to spread the Good News.
* What happened to Peter and John?
Peter and John were arrested by the officials.
* What did they say to the council?
They said,“ Whatever good we do we do in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. You crucified him, but God raised him from the dead.”
* How did Peter and John show their courage to the officials?
They spoke boldly.
* What would you have done? Why?
I would have done the same thing as Peter and John because they followed Jesus’ steps and didn’t give up until they were freed. I also would have done the same thing as Peter and John because I want to be like Jesus and God.
Task two:
Based on what you have just read, write a short paragraph explaining the following:
– What actions Peter or John took and give reasons for these actions.
– What type of person must they be because of this?
The actions that Peter and John took were: that they spread the Good News about Jesus and his rising from the dead and encouraged people to be like Jesus. They also helped the poor and sick people. When Peter and John were arrested, they were not frightened and continued to spread the news. They were able to do this because they believed in Jesus and Jesus helped them from heaven.
I think that Peter and John are both kind and caring people with lots of courage. If they were not brave, they would not continue to spread the good news after they were arrested.
Fantastic answers Sophie!
I agree, Peter and John definitely showed lots of courage! It must have been very worrying when they were arrested but they did not give up because they knew the Good News would bring people peace and hope.
There life was full of new life because there minds and hearts were full of what Jesus did and said.
The people had to let him go because they were happy what they was doing.
They were annoyed of what was happening.
When John and Peter went back together everyone thanked God.
Some good answers Karter! Well done!
I like your sentence about Peter and John’s minds and hearts being full of what Jesus said.
their friends of Jesus Christ had hearts of new life was because they had the courage to stand up for their rights and teach about the holy Jesus whatever good they do in nazareth.
when Peter and John where arrested,I think they arere’nt scared.
they must be like God and Jesus.they stand to their rights.
Yes you’re right, they stood up for what they believed in, even when it was hard to do this!
-I think that Peter and John felt afraid when they were arrested
– They were taken to prison
– They said: “Whatever good we do, we do in the name of Jesus Christ!”
1. “Jesus’ friends were full of new life because the Holly Spirit had came down from Heaven to give the apostals new power.
2. They were annoyed because they help the poor and sick people just like Jesus did.
3. Peter and John were arrested because they did the right thing.
4. They felt brave because they new God was helping them.
5. They said ” We cannot keep silent about the great things that God has done. We have to spread the Good News of Jesus.
6. They showed their courage by standing up to very important people.
7. I would’ve stood up to the officials just like Peter and John because I always know that God will be by my side.
Well done Elisa! Yes I agree, knowing that God was helping to guide them must have helped them to feel brave.
The friends of Jesus were full of the new life that the Holy Spirit gave them. The officials were annoyed by Peter and John breaking the traditions and arrested them. Peter and John were not afraid and spoke to the officials openly, about Jesus.
I think Saint Peter had a very strong faith that is why is one of the pillars of the Church, together with Saint Paul (=Paolo?)
I will send my drawing later today.
Lovely ideas Paolo! Yes I agree Saint Peter is strong. I can’t wait to see your drawing!
1. There mind and heart were full
2. They were preaching about Jesus
3. They went prison
4. Sad because your going to prison
5. Whatever good we do
Task 2
Peter was one of the 12 apostles of Jesus and had a lot of knowledge and was one of Jesus close friends
I agree, Peter was very knowledgeable and this helped him to spread the Good News.
Task 1
1. The friends of Jesus who were the apostles were full of life because there minds and hearts were full of what he had done and said. They have witnessed Jesus dying on the cross and resurrected from the dead. So they want to spread the Good News that Jesus Christ has risen.
2. I think the officials were annoyed because they helped the poor and healed the sick. They were also preaching about Jesus.
3. Peter and John got arrested, put in prison and brought before the council officials.
4. They were not afraid because whatever they do, they do it in the name of Jesus Christ.
5. They said, “We cannot keep silent about the great things that God has done. We have to spread the Good News of Jesus.”
6. They showed their courage by telling the officials on what they believe in.
7. If I would have been Peter or John, I would have done the same thing. I know it would be scary to be put into prison but I have done nothing wrong so I need to be brave and pray to Jesus Christ.
Task 2
Peter took the action of bravery because in the story it said Peter wasn’t afraid of getting arrested by the council. He also had the courage to spread the Good News to everyone that Jesus has risen.
I think he is also a loving and caring person because they helped the poor and healed the sick.
Fantastic answers Clare with lots of detail! Well done!
I think you’re right, Peter showed lots of bravery and courage and he used what he knew to being good into the world by helping others and spreading the Good News. A great example!
Task 1:
· Why were the friends of Jesus full of new life?
It’s because the holy spirit has come to give them strength to spread the word about Jesus.
· Why do you think the officials were annoyed?
Because they thought the disciples said Jesus had more authority than them.
· What happened to Peter and John?
They got arrested and then were allowed to go.
· How do you think Peter and John felt when they were arrested? They felt it was unfair.
· What did they say to the council? That they had to tell everybody about Jesus.
· How did Peter and John show their courage to the officials?
By explaining their actions without fear.
· What would you have done? Why?
Well done Rafael. You’re right, they did not show feat because they knew what they were doing was for the greater good.
I think they are brave and resilient because even although they were arrested and told not to they still kept on telling the people about Jesus.
Yes I agree, they were very resilient, a good word to describe their actions!
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Class 4 I am so impressed with your thoughtful answers on this blog today!
Well done!
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I did my RE work on my yellow book.
Well done Pablo!
1)The disciples were full of new life because God resurrected Jesus from the dead.
2)The officials were annoyed because the disciples were spreading a piece of news otherwise known the good news to everyone.
3)Peter and John got arrested by the officials.
JOHN:
stood u to others.
a good person
Good ideas Alfred!
What made John a good person?
Task 2
Peter helped poor and blind people. He cares about the others cause he’s helping them. He is very kind and brave because he stood up to the imporant people and save the children of the world.
Peter must be kind and caring because Jesus is his friend , and Jesus told him how to live like a good person. Peter was brave because in the story they said Peter wasn’t afraid of getting arrested by the council.
A detailed character profile, well done!
I agree, in this story Peter was brave because he stood up for what he believed in, even when others were telling him not to!
Task 1
1. God had given them the Holy Spirit. It gave them the courage to spread the word of God , of kindness and love.
2. The officials were annoyed because Peter and John were helping the poor and sick.
Task 2
The type of people Peter and John must be are Jesus’ friends . because they repeat his actions and spread Jesus’ kindness .
Yes you’re right, they did spread Jesus’ kindness. How did they do this?
1. The disciples where full of new life because the golly spirit came to them.
2. Because they didn’t won’t anyone to believe in Jesus and only in them.
3.They were captured and imprisoned.
4. They probably felt good that they didn’t stop believing in Jesus
5.they said.
Peter and John were not afraid, “Whatever good we do,” said Peter, “we do in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.
You crucified him, but God raised him from the dead.”
6.They were speaking against them.
7.Yes because i believe in Jesus but i would be scared unlike the disciples.
TASK 2:
Peter was a very kind man, because he helped poor people and people in need. He was very persistent because people were threatening him but he carried on spreading the news and teaching people about Jesus.
Well done William, some good answers!
Persistent is a good word to use. Peter kept on telling people of the Good News, despite the danger he was in because he knew it was the right thing to do.
Hello, Miss Lee and Class 4,
Hope you’re having a great day.
Task 1:
(1) Because they were spreading the good news about Jesus
(2) The officials were annoyed because of Peter and John who were just spreading the good news everywhere.
(3) Peter and John were arrested the next day.
(4) When Peter and John were arrested they felt brave because they just wanted to spread the good news of Jesus.
(5) Peter and John said to the council “Whatever good we do, we do in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.”
Task 2:
Peter and John took good actions cause it is good of spreading the good news and they took a good decision by spreading the good news.
Peter and John must be a good person of the actions they have done, it was really well by spreading the good news of Jesus.
Hello Raimundo!
I am having a good day thank you.
I am enjoying reading all of your comments!
I hope you are having a great day too!
Well done for thinking carefully about your answers!
How did Peter and John spread the Good News?
All done in my yellow book Miss! 🙂
Jesus’ Friends were fullof new life because there mines were full of what Jesus gold them or what he did in there sight.
The officials were anoyed because Peter and John could nog stop saying to everyone The bood News about Jesus Christ.
Peter and John explained the good News to the council and when They said they weren’t scared, they were free!
When Peter and John were arested, they felt happy and they did nog care because they just wanted to spread the Good News about Jesus in Heaven with his Father God.
They Saïd to the council “ whatever good we do, we do it in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.”
They showed there courage by saying so.
I would do the same because that is what Jesus and God attents us to do. This is means it is very good because God only Spears the truth.
Task 2:
Peter was one of Jesus’s 12 deciples meaning hos really close freind.
He would always follow his footsteps and learn From his lessons that God would ask us to do. Peter would serve Jesus in any ways as he believed Jesus was the Son of God.
Peter was a very nice man because he followed what Jesus said and he helped people walk, see, and hear just after Jesus ‘s resurection.
His actions were really president, brave and resilient because when the council were threatning and trying to frighten him and his friend, John.
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Hi Miss lee!
This Lesson was very good.
I Thank it is one of the best R.E lessons so far at home!
Love Stella.?
Hello Stella!
I am glad you enjoyed this lesson (I thought you might have because it involves lots of writing and I know you enjoy writing 🙂 ).
Well done for writing such detailed answers!
I agree, Peter was very persistent, brave and resilient because he continued doing what he knew was the right thing, even when others were being unkind to him.
It is great that you would do the same thing as I am sure that is what God would want us to do – to stand up for what is right and to show kindness to everyone in order to spread the Good News.
Task one
1.Because they had the holy spirit in there hearts.
2.They were annoyed that people were spreading the good news.
3.They got to go in prison again.
4.Not very worried because the holy spirit was with them.
5.We can’t keep silent we have to spread the good news.
6.They spoke against them.
7.The same because I got chosen to be a disciple so I have to do good.
Task two
I think they were very brave and we have to follow them like they did with Jesus and we all sow have to follow Jesus in our life.
( 1) There life was full of new life because there minds and hearts were full of what Jesus said and did.
(2)They were annoyed of what was happening.
(3)Jhon and Peter were arrested.
(4)I think on the inside they felt happy because they knew the did the right thing and they felt sad on the outside because they got arrested for doing the right thing.
Hello Miss Lee. Did you get my response to this blog yesterday? I can’t see it on the blog. I did post something last night before I went to bed. I hope you are having a good day.
From Lucy