Director: Jo Ann Padgett
(303) 499-8989 x205
childrensministry@sacredheartofmary.com
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
CGS schedule:
Tuesdays (Levels I, II, and III) 1:30pm-3:30pm
Sundays (Levels I, II, and III) 11:30am-1:30pm
Active members of Sacred Heart of Mary and St. Martin de Porres are invited to register for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, a religious formation for children aged 3-12 based on Montessori principles, scripture, and Catholic teaching. Non-active parishioners as well as non-parishioners are also invited to register and will be admitted as there is room.
This approach to addressing the religious life of children began over 100 years ago with Maria Montessori, was developed by Sofia Cavaletti and Gianna Gobbi and many other collaborators beginning in the 1950’s. It continues to grow today throughout the world. Its basis comes from close observation of children and their religious needs.
The children will meet at Sacred Heart of Mary for a two-hour session each week in a carefully prepared room called an “atrium.” Each atrium is set up for the unique needs of a specific “phase” of childhood: Level I for children aged 3-6 years, Level II for 6-9 years, and Level III for 9-12 years.
The tuition will vary according to parish status and is adjusted according to tithing history and need.
For more information about “CGS”, go to www.cgsusa.org, or contact:
Jo Ann Padgett, Director of Children’s Ministry
(303) 499-8989 x205
childrensministry@sacredheartofmary.com
To register, please fill out the form "Register for Children's Religious Formation." Once it has been determined there is enough room, tuition will be invoiced.
Parent Centered Religious Education for Children
Children’s Ministry is in the process of choosing a parent centered religious education program for children whose schedule does not permit an atrium session. More information is coming. However, parents are invited to choose this option and register using the form "Register for Children's Religious Formation." It will involve a home-based RE program with regular check-ins/help from a trained catechist.
First Reconciliation, Confirmation, and First Communion
First Confession: June 4
Confirmation and First Communion: June 11
Registration will soon be open!