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“I am the Good Shepherd; I know my own and my own know me”. John 10:14"
In Branch 5, To the ends of the Earth, pupils will explore connections between significant moments in Peter’s life, such as his declaration of faith in Matthew 16:13-20 and his three denials and subsequent reaffirmations in John 21:15-17. They will examine Jesus’ words to Peter as the rock on which the Church is built (Matthew 16:18) and understand the link to the Pope as Peter’s successor.
Pupils will learn the meaning of the term ‘apostle’ and why the Church holds this identity. They will encounter the Apostles’ Creed and understand that it summarises core Christian beliefs. The structure of the Church will be explained, along with how it continues Jesus’ work today, both locally and globally. Pupils will learn about the ‘communion of saints’ and Mary’s special role as Queen of Heaven within this spiritual community.
Pupils will reflect on Peter’s feelings during key moments, such as finding the empty tomb and encountering Jesus after the resurrection. They will discuss why the Pope is called ‘the servant of the servants of God,’ relating it to Jesus’ example of servant leadership, discussing artistic depictions of Mary or specific prayers.
Finally, pupils will reflect on how Christian communities continue Jesus’ work, emphasising service and compassion in their local context.