OFFERED CLASSES: Level I for Pre-K ages 3&4 (potty trained)

Sunday 9:45 - 10:45 AM
Sunday 4:15 - 5:15 PM

“I am the Good Shepherd and I know mine and mine know me, just as the father knows me and I know the father, and I will lay down my life for the sheep. My sheep hear my voice; I know them and they follow me.”  John 10:14-15, 27

What is Catechesis of the Good Shepherd?

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a unique formation experience founded on Montessori principles in Rome in 1954, and is now offered in over 54 countries.  The goal of CGS is to provide an environment where the child can through his own inner teacher meet the Good Shepherd. This is accomplished by working with special materials, silence, prayer, meditation, and artwork. In this way, the mystery of the child encounters the mystery of God, and forms a lifelong relationship, that will provide a solid foundation for their catholic faith.
 

What is the Atrium?

The Atrium is a prayer space designed to meet the spiritual and developmental needs of the child.  In the Atrium a child explores prayer, liturgy, and scripture through beautiful handmade materials.  This is a space that can captivate even the most active child and bring him into a closer relationship with our Lord, the Good Shepherd.

Please note:
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd  is not considered comprehensive Religious Education & Formation, and on its own, does not meet the requirements for sacrament preparation within the Austin Diocese.  A comprehensive Religious Education & Formation program is a K-12th grade written curriculum that the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has reviewed and approved.
For sacramental preparation, the diocese recommends that children from the age of 6 should be taking part in a comprehensive Religious Education and Formation program.  Taken in addition to a comprehensive Religious Education and Formation program class, The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd can be a wonderful way to enrich the older (ages 6-12) child's faith formation. 

Could the Good Shepherd be calling your child to the Atrium?

If you are interested in becoming a CGS catechist, Co-catechist, Assistant, or to arrange a tour of the Atrium, please contact us.