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Welcome to the Catholic Lent Would You Rather Slideshow - a fantastic resource for teachers, religious education programs, and youth group leaders to engage students in meaningful discussions about fasting, prayer, and almsgiving during the Lenten season.

This interactive and thought-provoking activity is designed for Upper elementary students to adults, featuring 50 Would You Rather scenarios that cover both serious and lighthearted topics, incorporating key concepts such as the Gifts of the Spirit and the Fruit of the Spirit. The questions focus on Lenten sacrifices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.

Usage Ideas:

1. Classroom Discussions: Use the slideshow as a starting point for classroom discussions on the significance of Lent, emphasizing the themes of sacrifice, prayer, and almsgiving. Encourage students to express their thoughts and feelings about the Would You Rather scenarios.
2. Small Group Activities: Break students into small groups to explore the scenarios together. Foster teamwork and communication as they discuss their choices, allowing for deeper reflections on the Lenten values.
3. Religious Education Programs: Integrate the slideshow into your religious education curriculum to reinforce the teachings of Lent. Connect the scenarios with biblical teachings and help students understand the importance of the season in a fun and interactive way.
4. Youth Group Gatherings: Incorporate the Lenten Would You Rather Slideshow into your youth group meetings as an engaging icebreaker or discussion starter. Encourage participants to share their perspectives on the scenarios, fostering a sense of community and spiritual growth.

Key Ideas:

• Lent: Throughout the slideshow, reinforce the significance of Lent as a season of reflection, repentance, and preparation for Easter. Discuss how the choices presented in the scenarios align with Lenten values.
• Game: Position the slideshow as an interactive game that not only entertains but also educates. Emphasize that games can be powerful tools for learning and sharing perspectives.
• Discussion: Encourage open and respectful discussions among participants. Use the scenarios as prompts for conversations about the challenges and rewards of practicing fasting, prayer, and almsgiving during Lent.
• Small Group: Highlight the importance of small group interactions, promoting a supportive environment where individuals can share their thoughts, feelings, and insights on the Lenten journey.
• Sacrifice: Emphasize the concept of sacrifice in the context of Lent, linking it to the choices presented in the scenarios. Discuss how sacrifices, both big and small, contribute to personal growth and spiritual development.

Incorporate this Lenten Would You Rather Slideshow into your educational and spiritual programs to make the Lenten season a time of reflection, growth, and joyful engagement for your students.

Empower your students with a deeper understanding of Lent in the Catholic Church using our comprehensive Lent Learning Bundle. Tailored for upper elementary, middle school, and high school levels, this bundle offers a diverse range of resources to engage students in meaningful exploration and learning during the Lenten season.

1. Lent & Holy Week Unit:

• Includes a detailed PowerPoint presentation, guided notes, and a comprehensive test to cover key aspects of Lent and Holy Week.

2. Lent Bulletin Board: Pray, Fast, Give

• A visually appealing bulletin board set with interactive elements, encouraging students to reflect on the pillars of Lent: prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.

3. Lent Countdown and Goal Worksheets with Matthew 6:

• Engage students in setting personal Lenten goals with countdown worksheets, paired with biblical references from Matthew 6.

4. Lent Game: Sort the Lent Events

• A fun and interactive game that challenges students to categorize various Lenten events, reinforcing their understanding of the season.

5. Lent Game: Sort the Stations of the Cross

• Another engaging game where students organize the Stations of the Cross, promoting familiarity with this important Lenten practice.

6. Lent Game: Vocabulary and Trivia (I have...who has)

• Foster a collaborative learning environment with this interactive game focusing on Lenten vocabulary and trivia.

7. Lent Stations of the Cross Presentation Project:

• Encourage creativity with a presentation project that allows students to delve into the significance of each Station of the Cross.

8. Lent Daily Discussion Slides:

• Facilitate daily reflections and conversations with these thought-provoking discussion slides centered around Lenten themes.

9. Lent in the Catholic Church Reading Comprehension Packet:

• Enhance literacy skills while deepening students' understanding of Lent through this comprehensive reading comprehension packet.

10. Lent Would You Rather Slides: Fasting, Prayer, Giving:

• Spark lively discussions with these Would You Rather slides, prompting students to contemplate choices related to fasting, prayer, and giving during Lent.

11. Ash Wednesday Reading Comprehension Packet:

• Provide insight into the significance of Ash Wednesday through a dedicated reading comprehension packet.

12. Lent Notes Fill-In-the-Blank Activity

• Notes on Prayer, Almsgiving, and Fasting with a madlibs-style game!

13. Lent Blackout Poetry

• Scripture and art combined!

Equip your students with a rich and immersive Lenten learning experience using our Lent Learning Bundle. Download these resources today and watch as your upper elementary, middle school, and high school students grow in their understanding and appreciation of this sacred season in the Catholic Church.