Just Teach Sheets – Adult October Week 3

Adult Track

October Week 3
Theme: Saints & Holiness
Focus: St. Edward the Confessor — a king who ruled with faith, justice, and charity, reminding us that holiness is possible in every vocation.
Audience: Adults (practising or returning Catholics)

Weekly Goal

To understand how holiness is not restricted to priests or monks, but is the call of every Christian — including kings, rulers, workers, parents, and parishioners. St. Edward (1003–1066) shows us what Catholic leadership, justice, and public faith look like.

What You’ll Need

This sheet

Bible

Catechism (CCC 2013–2015; 2105; 2447)

Journal or notebook

Opening Prayer (Daily)

Almighty God,
You gave St. Edward the Confessor wisdom and humility as a king.
Teach me to live my Catholic faith openly,
to serve with justice,
and to use my role in life for Your glory.
Make me a witness of Your kingdom in the world.
Amen.

Day 1 – Faith in Public Life

Teaching:
Edward was called “the Confessor” because he publicly confessed his faith in Christ. He ruled England as a Catholic king, showing that faith belongs in public life, not only in private prayer.

�� Romans 10:9 – “If you confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord… you will be saved.”
�� CCC 2105 – “The duty of offering God genuine worship concerns man both individually and socially.”

Reflection:
We are not meant to hide our Catholic faith. Like Edward, we must confess it in how we live, vote, work, and serve.

Questions:

Do I live my Catholic faith publicly?

Where do I hesitate to confess Christ?

Day 2 – Holiness in Leadership and Service

Teaching:
Edward saw kingship as service, not privilege. He worked for peace and justice in his kingdom, ruling with humility.

�� Micah 6:8 – “Act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God.”

Reflection:
Holiness in leadership — whether as king, parent, or employer — means service, not domination.

Questions:

Where has God given me leadership or responsibility?

Do I use it for service or self-interest?

Day 3 – Generosity and Works of Mercy

Teaching:
Edward was known for his charity, especially to the poor. He lived the Gospel mandate of mercy.

�� Matthew 25:40 – “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.”
�� CCC 2447 – “The works of mercy are charitable actions by which we come to the aid of our neighbour.”

Reflection:
A saint is measured not by wealth or power, but by love. Edward’s justice was inseparable from charity.

Questions:

Do I practise works of mercy in daily life?

How can I imitate Edward’s generosity this week?

 

Day 4 – Building God’s House

Teaching:
Edward founded Westminster Abbey, leaving behind not just a political legacy but a spiritual one. He understood that a nation needs a centre of prayer.

�� Psalm 122:1 – “I rejoiced when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the Lord!’”

Reflection:
Today, we too are called to “build up the Church” — not necessarily with bricks, but with time, talent, and witness in our parishes.

Questions:

Do I give time and resources to strengthen my parish?

How can I help make my parish a true house of prayer?

Day 5 – Holiness in Every Vocation

Teaching:
Edward’s life proves that sainthood is not limited to monasteries. Holiness is possible in politics, family life, or business, when God is placed first.

�� Matthew 6:33 – “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
�� CCC 2013 – “All Christians… are called to the fullness of Christian life and the perfection of charity.”

Reflection:
Your vocation — whatever it is — is the path to holiness. Edward’s was kingship. Yours may be marriage, work, or service. All are roads to sainthood.

Questions:

Do I see my life and work as a path to holiness?

What step can I take to sanctify my daily vocation?

Weekend Wrap-Up – Lessons from St. Edward

Faith belongs in public life.

Leadership is service, not domination.

Holiness is inseparable from charity.

Building God’s house is a lifelong duty.

Every vocation is a path to sainthood.

Reflection prompts:

Which part of Edward’s life challenges me most?

How can I confess my faith more openly this week?

Journal Prompts

“My role in life is a path to holiness because…”

“If I confessed my faith like Edward, I would…”

“The act of service I will commit to this week is…”

Apologetics for Adults

“Faith should stay private.”
→ Catholicism teaches that faith must be confessed in public. Edward’s sainthood proves faith and governance belong together.

“Power always corrupts.”
→ Edward shows leadership can be holy when lived in humility and service.

“Holiness is for religious only.”
→ Saints like Edward show holiness is possible for rulers, workers, spouses, and parents.

Catechism Extension

CCC 2013–2015 – Universal call to holiness.

CCC 2105 – Duty of rulers and societies to honour God.

CCC 2447 – Works of mercy.