Teaching Basics

TCHG 100

Introduction & Organisation

5 lessons

Foundational

1. 1 The Characteristics of the Orthodox TeachingsPassing on the Orthodox faith to the next generation is not simply an educational task; it is a sacred trust. The faith we teach is not ours to modify, simplify, or reinterpret… 23 min · 5 q
2. 2 Lesson PreparationThroughout service, the servant will hear the following 3 terms: Lessons plan, Lesson Preparation and Lesson Application. It is essential to differentiate among these concepts, especially distinguishing lesson plans from lesson preparation.… 14 min · 5 q
3. 3 Lesson ApplicationIndeed, the objective of Sunday School goes beyond spreading historical information about Christianity. Its primary focus should be to foster an engaging and dynamic learning environment that enables children to establish a… 11 min · 4 q
4. 4 Lesson DeliveryDelivering the lesson is one of the most important aspects of service. It is both a gift and a skill, one that develops over time through prayer, experience, and attentiveness to the… 9 min
5. 5 Children of Light Curriculum OverviewThroughout the Coptic Orthodox Church, there are a variety of many great Sunday School Curriculums. All curriculums attempt to provide students with balanced teachings of Dogma, Bible, Rituals, History and Spiritual Social… 18 min · 5 q

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TCHG 101

Relationship

5 lessons

Foundational

1. 1 Connection vs. CommunicationThe communication process involves a sender, a receiver, and potentially a feedback loop. The process begins when the sender has a message they wish to convey to the receiver. This message can… 14 min · 5 q
2. 2 Building Relations: Visits & CallsBefore a child or teenager can place their trust in a guardian, certain fundamental needs must be satisfied. Establishing a strong foundation of love, acceptance, and security is paramount. However, there are… 12 min · 5 q
3. 3 Dealing with Difficult ChildrenServing children in Sunday School is one of the most beautiful and rewarding ministries in the Church. But if we’re honest, it’s also one of the most emotionally complex. Every servant knows… 16 min · 7 q
4. 4 Disciplining with Humility and LoveDiscipline is a broad and complex subject. Although it is not possible to cover every aspect exhaustively, this chapter aims to provide foundational guidelines for understanding and implementing discipline effectively. It encompasses… 14 min · 6 q
5. 5 Teamwork in ServiceTeams composed of multiple individuals, provide an abundance of resources, ideas, and energy. This collaborative opportunity enables us to accomplish more collectively than we could individually. The apostle St. Paul recognized this… 20 min · 5 q

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TCHG 200

Leadership

2 lessons

Intermediate

1. 1 Principles of LeadershipBeing granted the privilege and responsibility to serve, we, servants, are being called to leadership. It is a profound calling that demands not only stewardship but also the ability to guide and… 16 min · 5 q
2. 2 Servant LeadershipLeadership has gathered several meanings to different individuals. Many successful leaders have evoked their understanding of good leadership. Peter Drucker, a management consultant whose writings shaped modern business corporations, stated that, “The… 15 min · 5 q

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TCHG 300

Serving Every Child

1 lesson

Advanced

1. 1 Serving Children With Special NeedsEvery child is created in the image of God and is deeply loved by Him. As the Church, we are called to reflect that love by welcoming and including all children —… 6 min

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