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The Holy Deacon
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- Who asked the Holy Deacon to help collect money from the congregation?
- What was the promise made to the Holy Deacon regarding the collected funds?
- How did the Holy Deacon respond after collecting the money?
- What reason did the Holy Deacon give for not sharing the collected funds with the Itinerant Preacher?
- What moral lesson do you think can be drawn from this story about honesty and trust?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Itinerant | A. To take something for oneself |
| 2. Congregation | B. A group of people gathered for worship |
| 3. Adversary | C. A person traveling from place to place |
| 4. Abundantly | D. In large quantities; plentiful |
| 5. Hardened | E. Made difficult or unyielding |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story of the Holy Deacon. Answer the following questions in the space provided.
- What do you think the story teaches about the concept of sharing and generosity?
- Can you think of a time when you faced a similar situation involving trust? How did you handle it?
- Why is it important to be honest in our dealings with others?
Feel free to share your thoughts with a partner or in a group discussion!
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