Objective: Students will learn about God’s loving plan for each person and the journey that leads to Heaven. They will understand:

  • That God created each human person with a body and an immortal soul, showing that every life is sacred and precious.
  • That God made us in His image and likeness and gave us free will so we can choose to love Him and follow what is right.
  • That sin enters the world when people turn away from God, but God never stops loving us or calling us back to Him.
  • That God sent Jesus Christ to save us from sin and open the gates of Heaven through His life, death, and Resurrection.
  • That through Baptism, we begin our journey to Heaven as children of God and members of His Church.
  • That God guides us on the way to Heaven through prayer, the Sacraments, Scripture, and the teachings of the Church.
  • That following Jesus each day—by loving God, helping others, and choosing what is right—leads us closer to eternal life with Him in Heaven.


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Course curriculum

  • 01

    Grade 4 - The Way to Heaven - Lesson 1 - Our Journey

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - The Way to Heaven - Lesson 1 - Our Journey - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - The Way to Heaven - Lesson 1 - Our Journey - VIDEO

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - The Way to Heaven - Lesson 1 - Our Journey - QUIZ

  • 02

    Grade 4 - Our Way to Heaven - Lesson 2 - The Human Person

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Our Way to Heaven - Lesson 2 - The Human Person - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Our Way to Heaven - Lesson 2 - The Human Person - VIDEO

    • Religious Ed - Grade 4 - Our Way to Heaven - Lesson 2 - The Human Person - 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