Creed

Activity On your own, complete the handout “Believing It!” Again, be prepared to share! In groups of 4, share your answers with each other.

Textbook Read page 52, “What Do I Really Believe?” Which student(s) do you identify with?

Creed - Note The English word “creed” derives from the Latin word “credo”, which translates into “I believe in God.” Simply put, a creed is a statement of belief, usually a memorable and formal statement of basic truths. In other words a creed is any set group of beliefs that one may have. In this sense everyone has a creed, even if the creed is the denial of a creed. If we say that we “believe” in something, it helps to clarify it by writing it down. Consider that the Church is worldwide. The Church has a creed so everyone knows what the Church stands for, and it can not be changed from one church to another.

Activity Let’s take a look at The Apostles’ Creed. I believe in_God_, the Father almighty, Creator of _heaven_ and _earth_. I believe in Jesus Christ, His only _son_, our Lord. He was _conceived_ by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the _Virgin Mary__. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died_ and was buried_.

Activity He descended to the _the dead_. On the _third day he rose again. He ascended into _heaven_ , and is seated at the _right_ hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the _living_ and the _dead_ . I believe in the _Holy Spirit , the holy _catholic Church, the communion of _saints , the forgiveness of _sins , the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

Create your Own Creed You are going to create your own creed/belief system. Write FIVE beliefs that answer the ultimate questions (God, purpose of life, … etc.). Write FIVE beliefs that help us to understand your outlook on life (school, homework, shopping, … etc.). These are to be handed in.