"Memory Work is spoken to the teacher and due each week on Wednesday and Friday.  It is graded with a +, /, or - depending on how fluently and accurately it is said.  Most of the time Memory Work comes from Luther's Small Catechism.  Once a month the children learn a stanza or two of the Hymn of the Month.  Other times the children recite Scripture.

Memory Work is very important.  It's important primarily because it "hides God's Word in our hearts".  It's also great training for learning good study skills. Also I give very little homework in second grade so my expectation is that it be done well and on time.

MEMORY WORK FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 17th:

Due on Wednesday, May 19th:

While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.  Romans 5:8

Due on Friday, May 21st:

Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon His name, make known His deed among the peoples!  Psalm 105:1

FAITH CLASS FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 17th:

Monday:  One in Christ:  Jesus Washes the Disciples' Feet (John 13:1-35)

God shows His love for us by sending Jesus to serve us by saving us from sin, death, and the devil.  Activity:  God's Commands

Tuesday:  One in Christ:  Jesus in Gethsemane

(Mark 14:26-42)   God shows His love for us through Jesus' fulfillment of His plan of salvation, through Jesus' suffering, death, and resurrection.

Reproducible 59:  Praying Hands

Wednesday:  One in Christ:  Peter Denies Jesus

(Mark 14:54; 66-72)   God shows His love for us by calling us back to Himself and offering us forgiveness, even when we deny him.

Activity:  Confessions

Thursday:  One in Christ:  Jesus on the Cross

(Matthew 27:24-44)   God shows His love for us through Jesus' death and resurrection, freeing us from the bondage of sin and offering us free and full salvation.  Activity:  Serve the King

Friday:  One in Christ:  Jesus on the Cross

(Matthew 27:24-44)   After review of the story the children will do an activity with stickers:  What Did the Lamb of God Do For You?