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Topic: I am a Persevering Person  OBJECTIVES Values Education 1. Recognize the importance of a sense of responsibility. 2. Develop a sense of responsibility and the value of perseverance. 3. Confidently share the tasks they are given in the family. Activity: Situation: ⚫ A...

Topic: I am a Persevering Person  OBJECTIVES Values Education 1. Recognize the importance of a sense of responsibility. 2. Develop a sense of responsibility and the value of perseverance. 3. Confidently share the tasks they are given in the family. Activity: Situation: ⚫ A student struggles with mathematics and consistently scores low on exams. Despite feeling discouraged, he decided to take a different approach. The student dedicates extra time every evening to practice, seeks help from a /parentstutor, and watches online tutorials. Slowly but steadily, his understanding improves. ⚫During the next exam, his scores were significantly better, though not perfect. They continue the effort and, by the end of the school year, he achieves one of the highest grades in the subject. Process Questions: 1. What challenge did the student face in the story? The student struggled with Mathematics and found it difficult to keep up with the lessons. He often scored low on tests and felt discouraged. 2. What steps did the student take to improve his performance in Mathematics? The student decided to dedicate extra time to studying. He sought help from his family members, practiced problem- solving daily, and used online resources to understand challenging concepts.  3 How did the student's hard work and persistence pay off? Over time, the student’s performance improved significantly. He began scoring higher on tests and eventually gained confidence in their mathematical abilities, earning praise from their teacher and classmates. 4. Why is perseverance important in overcoming academic challenges? Perseverance is crucial because it helps students stay committed to their goals despite difficulties. It allows them to develop problem-solving skills, build resilience, and achieve progress through consistent effort. ⚫ 5. If you are in the same situation, what will you do? Explain your answer. Perseverance is key to overcoming challenges. With determination, consistent effort, and family support, we can overcome obstacles and achieve success. Scripture: James 1:2-4;6 ⚫ Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, [ whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. 6 But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. 1. What does it mean to consider trials as "pure joy"? ⚫ It means recognizing trials as opportunities for growth and trusting that they have a purpose in shaping our character and faith. 2. How do trials test and strengthen faith? Trials challenge us to rely on God, deepen our trust in Him, and develop resilience as we navigate difficulties with faith. 3. Why does perseverance help us grow in faith and character? Perseverance helps us grow in faith and character by teaching us to keep going even when things are tough, which makes us stronger, more patient, and more trusting in God. FAMILY FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES  THE F A T H E R 1. Provider: Ensuring the family’s financial stability by providing for the material needs of the household, such as food, shelter, and education. 2. Protector: Keeping the family safe, both physically and emotionally, and creating a secure environment where family members feel safe and supported. 3. Teacher: Providing life lessons and practical knowledge, guiding children through education, moral development, and problem-solving. 4. Disciplinarian: Helping to establish rules, boundaries, and consequences for behavior, ensuring consistency and fairness in teaching respect and responsibility. 5. Engagement: Actively participating in family activities, spending quality time with children, and fostering a strong, loving relationship with them.  THE MOTHER 1. Nurturing and Caring: Providing emotional, physical, and mental support for her children, ensuring they feel loved, secure, and valued. 2. Parenting and Guidance: Teaching and guiding children, setting boundaries, and helping them develop moral values and life skills. 3. Providing for Basic Needs: Ensuring her children have food, clothing, shelter, and access to education and healthcare. 4. Managing the Household: Taking care of household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and organizing daily routines.  THE CHILDREN 1. Respecting Parents and Elders: Showing respect and gratitude to parents and other family members by listening to their guidance and honoring family values. 2. Learning and Growing: Focusing on education, personal development, and acquiring skills to become responsible and independent adults. 3. Building Positive Relationships: Treating siblings and other family members with kindness, sharing, and maintaining harmony within the household. 4. Helping with Chores: Contributing to household tasks appropriate to their age, such as tidying up, helping in the kitchen, or assisting with younger siblings.  I CAN I DEVELOP THE VIRTUE OF PERSEVERANCE IN FULFILLING FAMILY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IN RECOGNIZING GOD’S VOICE? CLED 1. Explain how perseverance and prayerful discernment will lead to recognizing God’s will. 2. Explain how the sense of responsibility, guided by the Holy Spirit, shapes an individual's discernment in prayer and improves a person. 3. Expresses gratitude to God for granting us the strength and determination to persist through life's challenges.  Discernment in Prayer: Recognizing God’s Voice Discernment -refers to the quality of being able to perceive and understand what is obscure or hidden. -refers to the skill in discerning or an act of persevering or discerning something Genuine discernment refers to understanding that will of God for us which is only possible through the gift of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit gives to certain of the faithful gifts of wisdom, faith and discernment for the sake of this common good which is prayer ( CCC 2690) Discerning God’s Will requires 3 D’s 1. DESIRE: WE SHOULD AWARE OF OUR EMOTIONS. LEARN TO BE HONEST WITH YOUR SELF 2. DATA: WE GATHER INFORMATION ON WHAT THE OPTIONS ARE, WHERE THEY ARE COMING FROM AND WHAT THEY WOULD MEAN FOR YOUR LIFE 3. DISCERNMENT: CHOOSE THE OPTION THAT INCREASES FAITH, HOPE AND LOVE IN YOUR LIFE