For a recollection program focused on "Cultivating Self-
Awareness and Responsible Actions" in relation to Jesus'
teachings, a fitting theme could be **"Walking in Jesus' Footsteps:
Learning to Love and Serve."** This theme emphasizes the
importance of self-awareness in understanding our actions and
how they reflect our faith in Jesus, as well as the call to serve
others responsibly.
### Recollection Program for Grade 5 Students
**Theme:** Walking in Jesus' Footsteps: Learning to Love and
Serve
**Date:** [Insert Date]
**Location:** Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Our Lady of the Holy
Rosary & Sto. Nino Chapel, Kuhala, Brgy. Dalig
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**6:00 AM - 7:00 AM: Mass at the Diocesan Shrine**
- **Purpose:** To start the day with prayer and reflection as a
community.
- **Activities:**
- Participation in the Holy Mass
- Special intentions for the students and their families
**7:00 AM - 7:30 AM: Travel to Sto. Nino Chapel**
- **Details:** Students travel together to the chapel, led by
teachers and facilitators.
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### Sto. Nino Chapel Program (7:30 AM - 11:00 AM)
**7:30 AM - 7:45 AM: Welcome and Introduction**
- Opening Prayer
- Welcome by the Facilitator
- Brief Overview of the Day’s Theme and Activities
**7:45 AM - 8:15 AM: Icebreaker Activity**
- **Activity:** “Walking Together” game where students pair up
and share one thing they appreciate about their partner.
- **Purpose:** To build a sense of community and encourage
positive interactions.
**8:15 AM - 8:45 AM: Reflection Session 1: Who is Jesus?**
- **Discussion:** Exploring Jesus' teachings on love and service
(e.g., the Good Samaritan, Matthew 25:40).
- **Activity:** Guided journaling where students write about how
they can follow Jesus' example in their daily lives.
- **Purpose:** To encourage students to reflect on their
relationship with Jesus and how it influences their actions.
**8:45 AM - 9:15 AM: Group Activity: Acts of Kindness**
- **Activity:** Brainstorming session where students list ways they
can show love and service to others in their community.
- **Purpose:** To inspire students to think about responsible
actions and their impact on others.
**9:15 AM - 9:30 AM: Snack Break**
- Students enjoy their packed snacks and socialize.
**9:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Reflection Session 2: The Importance of
Self-Awareness**
- **Discussion:** How being aware of our thoughts and feelings
helps us make better choices (related to Jesus' teachings).
- **Activity:** Role-playing scenarios where students practice
responding to situations with love and responsibility.
- **Purpose:** To help students understand the connection
between self-awareness and responsible actions.
**10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Sharing Circle**
- **Activity:** Students share insights from their journaling and
group activities, focusing on how they can walk in Jesus'
footsteps.
- **Purpose:** To foster a sense of community and support among
peers.
**10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Closing Reflection and Prayer**
- **Activity:** Guided reflection on what they learned about self-
awareness and responsibility in relation to Jesus' teachings.
- **Closing Prayer:** Thanking God for the day and asking for
guidance in loving and serving others.
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**11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Confession**
- **Details:** Opportunity for students to receive the Sacrament of
Reconciliation.
- **Purpose:** To encourage spiritual growth and self-awareness
through confession.
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This program effectively ties the theme of self-awareness and
responsible actions to the teachings of Jesus, helping Grade 5
students understand how they can live out their faith in practical
ways. Adjust the activities and timings as needed to fit your
specific context and the needs of the students.
