1. Answer p. 1: communication by sign language and signs around me 2.

Dyad sharing of answers

We live in a world of signs. These signs give us direction. They tell us what to do. They stand for or tell us about something.

In our life, signs and symbols occupy important place. (CCC 1146)

GOD COMMUNICATES WITH US THROUGH SIGNS

Symbols are stronger signs. A symbol stands for and makes present a deeper reality or meaning. What is the symbol for the: - Philippines, Christianity, our school

A symbolic action is a symbol in action, an action that is a symbol. It is something we do that stands for or manifests in action a deeper reality.

What is the symbolic action for peace? Love?

Special days and persons can be symbols of deeper realities. Do you have examples?

How does God speak to us?

God speaks to man through the visible creation. (CCC 1147)

St. John of the Cross said, We see traces of who God is through His creation.
Read Genesis 1:1-28

Our family and friends, our good health, and our talents --- Yes, these are all signs of Gods love for us.

Our Response

How can I show gratitude and appreciation to God for the beauty and wonder of His creation?

BIG QUESTION Do I believe that everything God made is good? Why? What is the purpose of creation?

All Things Bright and Beautiful Cecil Frances Alexander

All things bright and beautiful, All creatures great and small, All things wise and wonderful, The Lord God made them all.

Each little flower that opens, Each little bird that sings, He made their glowing colors, He made their tiny wings.

The purple-headed mountain, The river running by, The sunset, and the morning, That brightens up the sky;

The cold wind in the winter, The pleasant summer sun, The ripe fruits in the garden, He made them for every one.

He gave us eyes to see them, And lips that we might tell, How great is God Almighty, Who has made all things well.

Reflection Questions
What does the poem say about the things around us? Who created every creation in our world? According to the poem, why did God give us eyes and lips?

Short Review
Why are signs and symbols important? What does St. John of the cross mean when he said, We see traces of who God is through His creation?

Activity

Answer page 3-4, Part I, II and III

GUIDED REFLECTION

LETTER TO A PRECIOUS FRIEND

Source:
Llarenas, Mila. Grade 5 CLE workbook: We Encounter Jesus in the Sacraments