Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Orientation

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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a hands-on, Montessori-based faith formation for children ages 3 through 6th grade. It nurtures a child’s relationship with God through scripture, liturgy, and rich sensory experiences in a sacred space called the Atrium. Children reflect on Bible stories and prayers by working with materials like figures of the Good Shepherd and sheep, a miniature altar, or baptism symbols—engaging their hearts and minds in the great mysteries of the Christian faith.


Orientation dates and kickoff events are set:


Level II & III (1st–6th grade) Orientation

Sunday, August 17, 10:00–10:45am

Level I (3-year-olds* & new 4–5-year-olds) Orientation

Thursday, September 4, 6:00–7:00pm or

Monday, September 8, 6:00–7:00pm

*Children must be 3 years old and potty-trained by September 1, 2025.

First Day of Atrium: Sunday, September 14, at 8:15am or 9:45am


Please contact Kathleen Busbee, kbusbee@allsaintsbhm.org with questions.



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