Evidence for the Resurrection

When we read the resurrection narratives, we saw that the fact that the tomb was empty was a key element in the disciples' belief in the resurrection. Would anyone come to the conclusion that Jesus was raised simply because of the empty tomb? Did anything reinforce the belief in the resurrection? Do you believe in the resurrection? Why or why not?

Reflection on today's protest

What do you think about the protest? Did people risk anything? Do you know what the purpose was?

What is your experience of Church?

Jesus on Prayer

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks about prayer. He teaches his disciples what has come to be called "The Lord's Prayer" or the "Our Father." What is so special about this prayer? How do you pray?

This is a test.

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The Sermon on the Mount

Now that you have read the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7), reflect on your reaction to it. Are the things that Jesus is asking every Christian to do easy? Do you have problems with some of them? Is there anything that he is asking that you find particularly difficult? (50 words minimum)

The Good Samaritain

After listening to the parable of the Good Samaritan, the Pharisee recognized that the Samaritan was the one who acted like a neighbor, but could not even bring himself to say the word "Samaritan." He simply said, "The one who showed him compassion." Are there any groups of people that you or your relatives/friends/neighbors would look on the way that the Pharisee looked on the Samaritan? What do you say or do to counteract this view?

Welcome to the Class Blog

Welcome to the class blog for Fr. Augustine's Winter 2017 Religion II class. You will be replying to my posts as part of a number of homework assignments. Please respond to this post by telling me what you would like to get out of this class.