Saint Mary’s University

Junior High School & Science High School

Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
PAASCU Reaccredited Level II
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LEARNING GUIDE
Enhanced SMU Multi-Modality Learning Program (eSMLP)
Learning Area: Christian Faith Education 8
Grade & Section: All Sections
Subject Teacher: Mrs. Khristine Jenifer R. Fabian Mrs. Rhia A. Gagarin
Contact No./ email: 0909-4711-527 kfabian@smu.edu.ph 09213960841/ rgagarin@smu.edu.ph
Inclusive Date: Quarter 3 Week 1 (January 17-21, 2022)
The learner demonstrates understanding of …
1. our rich culture and religious traditions that proves that indeed we have several
ways of expressing our faith;
2. the role of Mary in one’s Christian faith;
Content Standard:
3. showing awareness and importance to our Church’s liturgy and the Sacraments;
4. the basic meaning of the Eucharist, its signs and symbols and its way to bring other
people to a better appreciation of the Mass;
5. our role as disciples of Christ sent on a mission.
The learner demonstrates ways of …
1. participating actively in the different popular devotions;
Performance Standard:
2. enhancing faith through the Church’s Sacraments and Liturgy;
3. enriching one’s faith and grow in hope and love.
Formation Standard: The learner becomes an active witness of his faith life.
The learner…
1. improves his relationship with Jesus through the popular devotions;
Learning Competencies:
2. gives concrete actions in dealing with our popular piety;
3. appreciates the popular devotions as a way of deepening his Christian faith.
UNIT 3: THE CHURCH IN PRAYER AND WORSHIP
Learning Content:
Lesson 1: Jesus and the Popular Devotions
1. Bandoc, I. L. and F. Z. Endrano (2015) Second Edition 2020. Carrying on the Mission
of God: Christian Life in Prayer and Worship. Philippines: CICM Publishing House,
Reference/s: Inc. pp. 158-171
2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoVQsGah3tg
3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ja5oBZRbpbs
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
SUMMATIVE LEARNING TASKS
FORMATIVE LEARNING TASKS
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I. CONTEXT
1. Prayer: See prayer in the Teacher Video.
2. Kumustahan: Greetings of the Teacher
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FORMATIVE LEARNING TASKS
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3. Animation: Watch, sing and follow the song entitled “Search My
Heart”.
4. Motivation: Picture Analysis: Take a look at the images A & B on
page 159 of your textbook and answer the given questions on page
160.
5. Statement of Objectives
In this lesson you will…..
 explain the significance of popular devotions;
 give concrete actions that you should do in order to have an
enlightened faith towards popular devotions;
 sing the song “Sweetest Name of All”.
II. INSPIRED WORD
1. Proclamation of the Word
The Presentation of Jesus in The Temple (Luke 2: 27-35)
Open your Bible or see page 161 of your textbook for the reading.
2. Deepening
a. Background of the Text
 Who is Simeon?
 What did he say about the baby Jesus?
b. Meaning and Implication of the Reading
 What is the main point of Simeon’s proclamation?
 What message of hope do we receive from Simeon’s proclamation?
See Teacher Video for the explanation and deepening.
III. CHURCH TEACHINGS
1. Church Documents
What do the following Church document tell us about popular
devotions? PCP II, 172, CFC, 1535
Read pp. 162-165 of your textbook.
2. Deepening
a. What does our love for popular devotions indicate?
b. What popular images of Jesus are the Filipinos fond of?
c. In what different and unique ways do we show our
devotions to Jesus?
See Teacher Video for the explanation and deepening.
IV. MISSIONARY RESPONSE
1. Faith Affirmation
Popular devotions are a powerful and authentic expression of the
prayer life of the Church. It improves our relationship with Jesus
who ultimately brings us closer to God.
2. Faith Response
a. As Christians, we need concrete actions guided by enlightened
faith in dealing with our popular piety. Here are some
suggestions on how to do it.
Respect religious statues and images and apply the lessons we
learn from the popular piety by working hard to become better
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students by being respectful to everybody and striving hard to
achieve high and well-deserved grades.
b. Do the following activities on pp. 169-171. B. Research and answer the following
ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES questions.
A. Identification 1. Why are people craving for
Identify what is being asked. Choose your answer from the popular piety?
choices inside the box and write it correctly on the line 2. Give an example of a popular
provided before each number. devotion, some of its positive
3. Viewing effects, and some incorrect
 Watch the Teacher Video uploaded in the BLESSMU or save in tendencies.
your flash drive. a. Popular devotion
 While watching, note down difficult concepts/ questions/ b. Positive Effects
clarifications and bring them out during our synchronous c. Incorrect tendencies
discussion during the last 20-60 minutes of our CFE time. 3. How can our devotion to the
Santo Niño and the Black
Nazarene deepen our faith in
Jesus?
Submit your output on or
before January 21, 2022 via
BLESSMU CFE 8 submission
portal.

4. Worship: Reflective Prayer Song:

“The Sweetest Name of All”
5. Synchronous Discussion
Join our synchronous discussion during the last 20-60
minutes of our time. The link will be sent to the GCAI.

Prepared by: Checked and Approved by:

Mrs. Khristine Jenifer R. Fabian Mrs. Marijul C. Gacusana Mrs. Aireen O. Santos
Subject Teacher CFE & HG Coordinator Principal

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