Lesson 8 Jesus Loves the Poor Jesus is especially close to the poor, and tells us to be humble. Catechism Connections Lesson Topics Catholic Social Teaching Parables and Miracles Virtues Works of Mercy Essential Lessons N/A Lesson Vocabulary Humble: To be humble is to be lowly and meek. When we are humble, we put others before ourselves. Poor: To be poor is to not have much, and to often depend on the help of others. Plan Lesson 8 Classroom Slidespptx Extend Lesson 8 Parent Newsletter pdf Lesson 8 Absent Student Handout pptx