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 & Miracles Virtues Works of Mercy Essential Lessons 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 Page 57 Cutout pdf Extend Lesson 8 Absent Student Handout pptx Lesson 8 Parent Newsletter pdf