Objective: Students will learn about God’s guidance, faithfulness, and call to obedience shown through the lives of Samuel and King Saul. They will understand:

  • That God answered Hannah’s prayer by giving her a son, Samuel, and called him to be a prophet who listened and obeyed His voice.

  • That the Israelites learned an important lesson when they treated the Ark of the Covenant like a good luck charm instead of trusting and obeying God.

  • That true faith means turning away from sin and following God’s commands with a sincere heart.

  • That Saul was chosen by God to be Israel’s first king, but his pride and disobedience led to his downfall.

  • That God values obedience more than sacrifice and calls His people to serve Him with humility and trust.

  • That through these stories, we learn God’s people are strongest when they listen to His voice, obey His commands, and remain faithful to His plan.


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Course curriculum

  • 01

    Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 1 - Samuel

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 1 - Samuel - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 1 - Samuel - VIDEO

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 1 - Samuel - QUIZ

  • 02

    Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 2 - The Lost Ark

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 2 - The Lost Ark - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 2 - The Lost Ark - VIDEO

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 2 - The Lost Ark - QUIZ

  • 03

    Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 3 - Saul

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Religious Ed - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 3 - Saul - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Religious Ed - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 3 - Saul - VIDEO

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Samuel and Saul - Lesson 3 - Saul - QUIZ

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Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Clara Jennings is a lifelong Catholic and passionate educator. Raised in a devout family, she brings her faith into every lesson, helping students grow in both knowledge and virtue. In her free time, Clara enjoys reading spiritual classics, baking with her nieces and nephews, and volunteering at her parish's RCIA program. She finds joy in quiet mornings, the Rosary, and good coffee shared with friends.

Clara Jennings

Catechism Instructor