Support your students in exploring one of the most profound and personal areas of Catholic belief with this Lesson Pack for 1.3.2b: Catholic Beliefs About Life After Death. Perfectly matched to the WJEC Religious Studies 2025 specification, this lesson unpacks biblical teachings, explores theological interpretations, and encourages reflection on the impact of these beliefs in the lives of Christians today.
Learners will understand:
The Basis for Catholic Belief in Life After Death
John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world…”: eternal life through belief in Jesus
John 11:25–26 – “I am the resurrection and the life…”: faith in Christ as the path to life after death
Key Catholic Beliefs and Teachings about life after death
Heaven – A place of eternal peace in God’s presence
(John 14:1–4)
Hell – A place of judgment and separation from God
(Luke 12:4–5; 2 Thessalonians 1:5–9)
Resurrection of the body and soul – Belief in life beyond physical death
(Luke 16:19–31; John 11:24–27; 1 Corinthians 15:20–22; 15:42–44)
Purgatory - A place of purification
(Catechism of the Catholic Church 1022; 1030)
Suitable for:
WJEC GCSE Religious Studies (from 2025)
KS4 Christianity Beliefs and Philosophy units
Cross-curricular RE and Philosophy sessions
Homework, revision, and cover lessons
Support your students in exploring one of the most profound and personal areas of Catholic belief with this Lesson Pack for 1.3.2b: Catholic Beliefs About Life After Death. Perfectly matched to the WJEC Religious Studies 2025 specification, this lesson unpacks biblical teachings, explores theological interpretations, and encourages reflection on the impact of these beliefs in the lives of Christians today.
Learners will understand:
The Basis for Catholic Belief in Life After Death
John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world…”: eternal life through belief in Jesus
John 11:25–26 – “I am the resurrection and the life…”: faith in Christ as the path to life after death
Key Catholic Beliefs and Teachings about life after death
Heaven – A place of eternal peace in God’s presence
(John 14:1–4)
Hell – A place of judgment and separation from God
(Luke 12:4–5; 2 Thessalonians 1:5–9)
Resurrection of the body and soul – Belief in life beyond physical death
(Luke 16:19–31; John 11:24–27; 1 Corinthians 15:20–22; 15:42–44)
Purgatory - A place of purification
(Catechism of the Catholic Church 1022; 1030)
Suitable for:
WJEC GCSE Religious Studies (from 2025)
KS4 Christianity Beliefs and Philosophy units
Cross-curricular RE and Philosophy sessions
Homework, revision, and cover lessons
