No Prep Goal Setting Writing Activities for Religion Class: So Easy to Teach!

The start of a new year or season is the perfect time to teach students about setting goals in a faith-filled way. Introducing goal setting writing in religion class helps students reflect on their spiritual lives, connect their actions to virtues, and create plans that align with their Catholic faith. Whether it’s for New Year’s resolutions, Lent, or back-to-school, this practice fosters both personal and spiritual growth.

Why Teach Goal Setting Writing in Religion Class?

Catholic goal setting writing encourages students to see their faith as a foundation for personal development. It combines reflection with action, helping students connect their spiritual lives to their daily choices. By focusing on virtues, Scripture, and saints’ teachings, students can set meaningful, faith-based goals.

No Prep Goal Setting Writing Activities for Religion Class: So Easy to Teach!

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Ideas for Teaching Goal Setting Writing

Virtue Reflections: Have students reflect on the seven Catholic virtues—Faith, Hope, Charity, Temperance, Patience, Humility, and Fortitude. Ask questions like:
- How did you live out these virtues last year?
- What choices or actions showed these virtues in your life?
- What goals can you set to grow in these virtues this year?
Word for the Year: Encourage students to choose a “word for the year” inspired by their reflections. For example, after studying the virtue of fortitude, a student might choose “perseverance” as their focus word. Students could also use Jen Fulwilers “Word of the Year” generator to choose a word!
Saintly Inspiration: Share stories of saints who exemplified goal setting. For instance:
- Saint Ignatius of Loyola’s practice of daily examen encouraged consistent reflection and growth.
- Saint Benedict of Palermo’s humility and dedication to service provide a model for setting goals tied to faith and action.
- Use quotes like Saint Augustine’s, “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you,” to inspire students’ spiritual aspirations.
Catechism Connections: Introduce passages from the Catechism that align with goal setting, such as teachings on grace, perseverance, and prayer. Pair these with goal setting writing prompts to guide reflection.

Make it Easy: Download these Activities for Easy Goal Setting Writing Lessons

Virtues Year in Review & Goal Setting Writing Booklets: This bundle includes two booklets that guide students through reflecting on Catholic virtues and setting faith-based goals. Students can track their progress, set practical steps, and reflect on the spiritual benefits of their goals.
Goal Setting Writing Worksheets – Catechism Quotes, Saint Quotes, and Bible Quotes: Featuring Bible verses, saints’ quotes, and Catechism passages, these worksheets encourage reflection and goal setting through coloring pages and guided writing prompts.

Additional Activities to Extend the Learning

Group Discussions: After students finish writing their goals, let them share them with the class. It’s a great way to inspire one another and get fresh ideas.

Classroom Displays: Set up a bulletin board with students’ goals, Bible verses, and the virtues they’re focusing on. It’s a visual reminder of their progress and intentions. It would be SO CUTE to use these New Years photo props, take pictures of students, and create a bulletin board with their adorable faces and their writing.

Monthly Check-Ins: Use a simple goal tracker to check in on how everyone is doing. This helps build accountability and keeps the momentum going.

Why Goal Setting Writing is Important

Bringing faith-based goal setting into your religion class helps students grow in their faith and character. It teaches them to make choices based on Catholic values, reflect on where they are in their spiritual journey, and make a clear plan for moving forward. Plus, with tools like booklets and worksheets, you can make the activities fun and meaningful.

Start using Catholic goal setting writing with your students today! It’s a simple yet powerful way to help them connect their faith with their everyday lives, leaving a lasting impact beyond the classroom.

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