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Which subject	Religion
What topic	Genesis 1 - God as Father is CREATOR and SUSTAINER (caretaker) of all that exists; God as Father gives life and preserves it; Genesis 2 - God as Father gives humans a 2-fold responsibility: to have DOMINION over creation - to look after creation to be good STEWARDS of creation - to take care of creation
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 9
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Lesson Plan: God as Father - Creator and Sustainer

Subject: Religion

Grade Level: 9

Duration: 30 minutes

Topic: Genesis 1 & 2 – God's Role as Creator, Sustainer, and Our Responsibility

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Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

1. Understand and explain the concept of God as the Creator and Sustainer of all existence based on Genesis 1.
2. Recognize the two-fold responsibility humans have as described in Genesis 2: dominion and stewardship over creation.
3. Discuss the implications of being good stewards of God’s creation in contemporary society.

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Materials Needed

• Bibles or printed copies of Genesis 1 and 2
• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector (if multimedia resources are used)
• Handout with key terms and concepts

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Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Opening Prayer
   Begin with a short prayer asking for guidance and understanding as the students explore the lessons from Genesis.

2. Engage Students
   Ask the students what they believe the term "Creator" means and what it implies about our relationship with God and the world.

Reading & Discussion (15 minutes)

1. Read Genesis 1:1-31
   Read through the chapter together. Encourage students to reflect on the act of creation and note how God identifies Himself as the Creator.

2. Discussion Points

   • God as Father: Discuss the concept of God as a nurturing figure who creates and sustains life.
   • Sustainer of Creation: Reflect on how God continues to influence and sustain the world today.
   • Key Concepts: Introduce and define key terms: creator, sustainer, dominion, stewardship.

3. Read Genesis 2:15
   Highlight the verse regarding humanity’s responsibility to work and take care of creation. Discuss the meaning behind "dominion" and "stewardship."

Group Activity (5 minutes)

• Stewardship Reflection:
  Divide students into small groups and have them brainstorm modern issues related to environmental stewardship and dominion (e.g., climate change, pollution, conservation efforts).

• Ask each group to share their thoughts on how they can act as good stewards of God’s creation.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Class Discussion
   Facilitate a discussion on how understanding God’s role as a creator and sustainer impacts their responsibilities towards the environment and each other.

2. Recap Key Ideas
   Reinforce the concepts of God as Father, the Creator and Sustainer, and the importance of being good stewards of creation.

Closing Prayer (2 minutes)

• Conclude with a prayer that encourages students to fulfill their responsibility towards creation and helps them to recognize the importance of their role as stewards.

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Assessment

• Participation in Discussion: Evaluate students based on their engagement and contributions during the discussion and group activities.
• Reflection Assignment: For homework, ask students to write a short paragraph on how they can take action to be better stewards of creation.

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Additional Notes

• Consider using multimedia resources for visual representation of Creation, such as videos or slides that depict the beauty and diversity of the environment.
• Encourage students to think critically about the relationship between their faith and environmental issues.

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This lesson plan aims to provide students with a deeper understanding of God’s nature and their responsibilities towards creation, fostering both spiritual growth and awareness of modern environmental challenges.