Insights, Ideas and Thoughtful Questions for Discussing with Students the Intersections of the Sacred & the Secular A step-by-step guide to creative use of The Heartbeat of God: Finding the Sacred in the Middle of Everything in the classroom. Each lesson includes: An opening prayer to grab students attention Intriguing discussion questions to guide students in a personal exploration of the intersections of faith with the major issues of our day Opportunities for students to engage the text This comprehensive teaching tool will help you guide each student to a deeper understanding of the secular issues of our day that have profoundly religious roots, and our responsibility to take action as individuals and communities of faith.