Religious and moral education: first level experiences and outcomes

RME 1-01a

Through exploring Bible stories, I can describe some beliefs Christians have about God and Jesus.

RME 1-01b

By exploring some places and investigating artefacts, I am developing my knowledge of Christian beliefs and my awareness of the role of Christianity in Scottish society and the world.

RME 1-01c

I can talk about my own beliefs, or express them in other ways.

RME 1-04a

Through exploring stories from world religions, I can describe some of their key beliefs.

RME 1-04b

By exploring some places and investigating artefacts, I am developing my knowledge of the beliefs of world religions and my awareness of their role in Scottish society and the world.

RME 1-04c

I can talk about my own beliefs, or express them in other ways.

RERC 1-25a

I am aware that the Jewish and/or Muslim communities believe in God.

RME 1-02a

Having explored biblical and other Christian stories, I can show my developing understanding of key values of Christianity and how they might be put into action in people’s lives and communities.

RME 1-02b

I can describe the key features of the values of Christianity which are expressed in stories.

RME 1-05a

Having explored stories from world religions, I can show my developing understanding of key values of those faiths and how they might be put into action in people’s lives and communities.

RME 1-05b

I can describe the key features of the values of world religions which are expressed in stories.

RERC 1-26a

I am aware of family and community values in the Jewish and/or Muslim faiths.

RME 1-03a

Through investigating the Christian communities in my local area, I am discovering how Christian communities demonstrate their beliefs through prayer, worship and special ceremonies. I am developing respect for the practices and traditions of others.

RME 1-03b

I am developing an awareness of the ways in which Christians celebrate different times of year and can relate these to my own life and community.

RME 1-06a

I am discovering how followers of world religions demonstrate their beliefs through prayer/meditation, worship and special ceremonies. I am developing respect for the practices and traditions of others.

RME 1-06b

I am developing an awareness of the ways in which followers of world religions celebrate different times of year and can relate these to my own life and community.

RERC 1-27a

I can identify the places of worship of the Jewish and/or Muslim faith communities.

RERC 1-27b

I know that the Jewish and/or Muslim communities have special books which are important to their beliefs.

RME 1-07a

I am developing respect for others and my understanding of their beliefs and values.

Also at: RME 0-07a, RME 2-07a, RME 3-07a, RME 4-07a

RME 1-08a

I am developing an increasing awareness and understanding of my own beliefs and I put them into action in positive ways.

Also at: RME 2-08a, RME 3-08a, RME 4-08a

RME 1-09a

I am developing an awareness that some people have beliefs and values which are independent of religion.

RME 1-09b

I can show my understanding of values such as caring, sharing, fairness, equality and love.

RME 1-09c

I am becoming aware that people’s beliefs and values affect their actions.

RERC 1-01a

I am discovering God’s precious gift of life and reflect on how this reveals God’s love for me.

RERC 1-02a

I know that a loving God has created me and that my uniqueness can develop according to God’s plan for me.

RERC 1-03a

I am exploring God’s relationship with others and I have reflected on how people’s faith has helped them in difficult times.

RERC 1-04a

I can describe God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit and I have reflected on how God can support me in my life.

RERC 1-05a

I am familiar with the Christmas story and I know that at Christmas we celebrate the birth of Jesus the Son of God and Son of Mary.

Also at: RERC 0-05a

RERC 1-06a

I have examined some political, social, historical and religious elements in first-century Palestine and gained an understanding of Jesus’ life on earth.

Also at: RERC 2-06a

RERC 1-06b

I have examined the role of Jesus as a teacher and a healer and I have reflected on how His words and actions influence my own life and the lives of others.

Also at: RERC 2-06b

RERC 1-07a

I have explored the events of the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus and I have reflected on the Catholic meaning of eternal life.

Also at: RERC 2-07a

RERC 1-08a

I know that through the Community of the Church, people can experience God’s love and care and I have reflected on how this community celebrates together.

RERC 1-09a

I am exploring the Sacraments of Initiation and Reconciliation and I have reflected on how the Sacraments help to nurture faith.

RERC 1-10a

I have examined the role of the Holy Spirit in my life and in the lives of others.

RERC 1-11a

I can share some Bible stories and I can explore how God speaks to us through these stories. I have reflected on how these stories can help me to live a Christian life.

RERC 1-12a

I know that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that I should treat it with reverence.

Also at: RERC 0-12a, RERC 2-12a

RERC 1-14a

I recognise the importance of personal prayer and communal prayer in the growth of all people’s relationship with God. I know a number of traditional Catholic prayers and I have developed an understanding of the meaning of these prayers. I have participated in different approaches to, and experiences of, prayer. I can describe how prayer is an important part of the liturgical and devotional life of the Church. I have reflected on how all of these are different ways of worshipping God.

Also at: RERC 2-14a, RERC 3-14a, RERC 4-14a

RERC 1-15a

I can honour Mary as Mother of Jesus and Our Mother. I can share why we honour her.

RERC 1-16a

I know that the Mass is at the heart of Catholic community life and I am developing an understanding of how to participate fully in this celebration.

Also at: RERC 2-16a

RERC 1-17a

I have, through liturgical experiences, reflected on an ability to respond to symbols and take part in rituals in order to worship God.

Also at: RERC 2-17a

RERC 1-18a

I know some of the signs and symbols related to Lent, Easter, Pentecost, Advent and Christmastide and I can use this understanding to help me explore the themes of these celebrations.

Also at: RERC 2-18a

RERC 1-19a

I know that the Holy Spirit strengthens my faith and the faith of the saints and I have reflected on how the stories of the Saints can inspire me to live a more Christian life.

Also at: RERC 2-19a

RERC 1-20a

I know that I have been called by God to grow in love, justice and peace in my relationships with others.

Also at: RERC 2-20a

RERC 1-21a

I have explored the implications of Jesus’ command to love God and love my neighbour.

RERC 1-22a

I have explored the call to forgiveness and reconciliation and have reflected on how this can restore my relationship with God and others. I can put this understanding into practice in my relationship with God and others.

Also at: RERC 2-22a, RERC 3-22a

RERC 1-23a

I know that God has given me the freedom to make choices about the way I live my life. I have reflected on how the decisions of my conscience affect my relationship with God and others.

Also at: RERC 2-23a

RERC 1-24a

I have considered ways in which the Catholic Christian community works together to show care for the world and for the needs of all people. I have reflected on the implications of this for my life and that of others.

Also at: RERC 2-24a