What is Good Shepherd?
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd was born from the joy of the children in their encounter with God and lives in being nourished by this joy. It has also been observed that children of the same developmental stage — even though belonging to different cultural backgrounds — respond to certain elements of the Christian message in the same way.
Over time, through being with children in a specially prepared environment called an Atrium, observing and listening to their responses, scriptural and liturgical themes developed that most resonated with children’s religious needs according to their age levels.
Thus, the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd divests itself of any strictly scholastic character, so as to become an experience of life, an education in faith, and a celebration of the encounter with the Father, in listening to Jesus, the one Teacher, and in obedience to the Holy Spirit.
Who We Are
Good Shepherd catechists teach children important details and education of our Catholic faith and help facilitate their religious formation. It is a Montessori-based and liturgically based catechesis.
Through this journey of faith, children will listen to Scripture and meditate on Biblical and liturgical themes, while applying practical life activities, controlled movement, and practiced silence in order to deepen their relationship with God and their enjoyment in His presence.
Who We Serve
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is for children 3-12 years of age. There are three levels.
Level I
Ages 3-6 (Preschool-Kindergarten)
Sunday 9-10:15 a.m.
Sunday 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Monday 4-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday 4-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 4-5:30 p.m.
Level II
Ages 6-9 (Grades 1-3)
Sunday 9-10:15 a.m.
Sunday 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Monday 4-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday 4-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 4-5:30 p.m.
Level III
Ages 9-12 (Grades 4-6)
Sunday 9-10:15 a.m.
Monday 4-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday 4-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 4-5:30 p.m.
We are pleased to open for the 2024-2025 Good Shepherd year. A child's enrollment is complete when we receive your registration form and payment.
Fee for 2024-2025 is $75 a child, with a maximum fee of $100 per family. For your convenience, you can pay for your registration by cash or check in the Parish Office or online. When paying online, please include your child's name in the "Notes" field. *Confidential financial assistance is available.*
Let’s Grow in Faith Together!
Use this form to get in touch with CGS, St. Ladislas Director of Faith Formation Lisa Belza, and
Good Shepherd Coordinator Mary Beth Schneidler.