Lesson Three

Theme: Called to Spiritual Fatherhood
Topic: God’s Plan for Priests

Overview
Students will describe how a man becomes a priest through Holy Orders. They will reflect on the ways priests serve the Church.

(11 mins.) movie clip for 3rd grade

(4 mins.) movie clip for 3rd grade

(18 min) This inspirational documentary portrays the strength and beauty of the Catholic priesthood.

A printable which helps students understand the different stages and duties of the clergy

Catechism of the Catholic Church: especially paragraphs 1539-1571

Resources for schools on how to promote vocations to the priesthood.