Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at St. Mary's

The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is an approach to catechesis through which the youngest children may build a deep, life-long relationship with Christ and His Church. Originating in Rome in the 1950s, CGS uses a rich Montessori approach to engage children with age-appropriate, tactile materials, rooted in Sacred Scripture and the Sacred Liturgy.

In a prepared environment called an atrium, children encounter the love of the Good Shepherd through works suited to their developmental needs. The atrium is a quiet and peaceful place where young children can pray and ponder upon the Mysteries of the Catholic Faith.

St. Mary’s offers a Level I atrium, for children starting at age 3, and a Level II, atrium, for children starting at about age 6.

Level I Sessions

Sunday 9:30-11:50 am
Tuesday 9:30-11:30 am
Wednesday 9:30-11:00 am

Level II Session
Sunday 9:40-11:50 am

For more information, contact Keri Keifer 
or
Anne Barnes (level I Cathechist)
or
Elizabeth Masciale-Walmer (level II Catechist)