Lesson 17 The Two Great Commandments Catechism Connections Lesson Topics Gospels Great Commandments Essential Lessons Day 1 & 2 Lesson Vocabulary Synoptic Gospels: The synoptic Gospels are the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, which present the story of Christ's life in a similar way, and even borrow stories and the structure of their Gospels from each other. The word synoptic means "to see together." Plan Lesson 17 Classroom Slides pptx Extend Lesson 17 Absent Student Handout pptx Lesson 17 Parent Newsletter pdf