Understanding Church Roles and Responsibilities Christian Religious Studies JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 10

Lesson Plan

Subject: Christian Religious Studies

Class: JSS 1

Term: First Term

Week: 10

Age: 11–12 years

Topic: Relationship in the Church

Sub-topic: Identifying Church Members and Their Roles

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Identify key members of a church.
2. Describe the roles and responsibilities of individual church members.

Keywords:

• Church
• Members
• Roles
• Responsibilities
• Ministry

Set Induction:

Start with a brief discussion on why people attend church and the different roles people play in their church community. Ask students to name any church members they know and what roles they think they might have.

Entry Behaviour:

Students should be familiar with the concept of church and have some awareness of different roles people may have within a church.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Church directory or list of members (if available)
• Chart paper or whiteboard
• Markers

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Students may have experience attending church and interacting with various members. They might have observed different roles during church services or activities.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Communication
• Social Interaction
• Organization

Learning Materials:

• Chart paper
• Markers

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Christian Religious Studies JSS 1

Instructional Materials:

• Chalkboard or whiteboard
• Church directory or staff list (if available)

Content

Key Members of the Church:

1. Pastor: Leads the church services and provides spiritual guidance.
2. Deacon/Deaconess: Assists the pastor in various duties and supports church activities.
3. Choir Members: Sing during church services and contribute to worship through music.
4. Sunday School Teachers: Teach Bible lessons to children and youth.
5. Church Administrator: Manages church records, schedules, and communication.

Roles of Individual Church Members:

1. Pastor: Provides sermons, counseling, and leads prayers. Oversees church programs and activities.
2. Deacon/Deaconess: Helps with the organization of church services, supports pastoral care, and assists in church administration.
3. Choir Members: Prepare and perform music during services, enhance worship experience.
4. Sunday School Teachers: Educate children and youth about the Bible, lead prayer sessions, and organize activities for spiritual growth.
5. Church Administrator: Maintains church records, coordinates events, and ensures smooth operation of church functions.

Evaluation:

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. The person who leads church services and provides spiritual guidance is called the ______.
   a. Choir Member
   b. Pastor
   c. Deacon
   d. Administrator
2. ______ assist the pastor in various church duties and support church activities.
   a. Sunday School Teachers
   b. Deacon/Deaconess
   c. Choir Members
   d. Congregants
3. ______ sing during church services and contribute to worship through music.
   a. Deacon/Deaconess
   b. Choir Members
   c. Church Administrator
   d. Pastor
4. The person responsible for managing church records and schedules is the ______.
   a. Pastor
   b. Deacon/Deaconess
   c. Church Administrator
   d. Choir Member
5. ______ teach Bible lessons to children and youth.
   a. Choir Members
   b. Sunday School Teachers
   c. Deacon/Deaconess
   d. Administrator
6. The role of a ______ is to provide sermons, counseling, and lead prayers.
   a. Deacon
   b. Pastor
   c. Choir Member
   d. Sunday School Teacher
7. A ______ helps with organizing church services and pastoral care.
   a. Church Administrator
   b. Deacon/Deaconess
   c. Choir Member
   d. Pastor
8. The ______ enhances the worship experience through music.
   a. Deacon/Deaconess
   b. Pastor
   c. Choir Members
   d. Sunday School Teachers
9. ______ are responsible for maintaining church records and coordinating events.
   a. Sunday School Teachers
   b. Choir Members
   c. Church Administrator
   d. Deacon/Deaconess
10. The person who prepares and performs music during services is a ______.
    a. Deacon
    b. Sunday School Teacher
    c. Choir Member
    d. Church Administrator
11. ______ provide spiritual guidance and oversee church programs.
    a. Church Administrator
    b. Pastor
    c. Choir Members
    d. Deacon/Deaconess
12. The role of a ______ includes leading prayer sessions and Bible study.
    a. Choir Member
    b. Deacon/Deaconess
    c. Pastor
    d. Administrator
13. A ______ manages communication within the church and handles schedules.
    a. Choir Member
    b. Deacon/Deaconess
    c. Church Administrator
    d. Sunday School Teacher
14. ______ support the church by organizing events and assisting with church activities.
    a. Deacon/Deaconess
    b. Pastor
    c. Choir Members
    d. Administrator
15. ______ help children and youth grow spiritually by teaching them about the Bible.
    a. Church Administrator
    b. Sunday School Teachers
    c. Deacon/Deaconess
    d. Choir Members

Class Activity Discussion:

15 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. Who is the principal leader in a church?
   Answer: The Pastor is the principal leader who provides spiritual guidance and oversees church activities.
2. What does a Deacon/Deaconess do?
   Answer: They assist the pastor, support church activities, and help with church administration.
3. Why are choir members important in church services?
   Answer: They enhance worship through music and contribute to the overall worship experience.
4. What is the role of a Sunday School Teacher?
   Answer: They teach Bible lessons to children and youth and guide them in their spiritual growth.
5. What does a Church Administrator manage?
   Answer: They manage church records, schedules, and communication within the church.
6. How does a Pastor contribute to the church community?
   Answer: By providing sermons, counseling, leading prayers, and overseeing church programs.
7. What responsibilities does a Deacon/Deaconess have?
   Answer: They help organize church services, support pastoral care, and assist with church administration.
8. Why is it important for choir members to prepare and perform music?
   Answer: It enhances the worship experience and contributes to the spiritual atmosphere of services.
9. How does a Church Administrator support church operations?
   Answer: By maintaining records, coordinating events, and ensuring smooth functioning of church activities.
10. What are the benefits of having Sunday School Teachers in church?
    Answer: They help children and youth learn about the Bible and grow spiritually.
11. What role does a Pastor play in guiding the church?
    Answer: They lead the congregation, provide spiritual guidance, and oversee church activities.
12. How can a Deacon/Deaconess support the Pastor?
    Answer: By assisting with various church duties, supporting pastoral care, and helping with administration.
13. What is the significance of having a Church Administrator?
    Answer: They ensure efficient management of church operations and communication.
14. What are the key functions of choir members in church services?
    Answer: To lead and perform music that enriches the worship experience.
15. How do Sunday School Teachers contribute to a church’s mission?
    Answer: By educating the younger members and fostering their spiritual development.

Presentation:

Step 1:

The teacher revises the previous topic, which was Relationship in the School Community.

Step 2:

The teacher introduces the new topic by discussing the key members of the church and their roles.

Step 3:

The teacher allows students to contribute by sharing their experiences with church members and discussing their roles, correcting them as necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Define key members of the church and their roles.
• Facilitate class activities and discussions.
• Provide feedback and answer questions.

Learners’ Activities:

• Identify key church members.
• Discuss the roles and responsibilities of different church members.
• Participate in activities and answer questions.

Assessment:

Evaluation Questions: Include 10 short answer questions related to the roles of church members and their responsibilities.

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark students’ answers, provides feedback, and ensures that students understand the roles and responsibilities of different members in the church community.

More Useful Links

• Revision of All Topics Covered Christian Religious Studies JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 11
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