Pre-School Formation
This Pre-School Program is for children the age of 3-5 where they get to explore their relationship with Jesus and His Church at their own level.
Level I Atrium is back at St. Patrick Catholic Church. This amazing program is based on the conviction that God and the Child are already in relationship. The curriculum accommodates and nurtures the child’s faith, moral, and psychological growth. The themes which are offered further develop the religious potential that is present in every child. In our semi-monthly program, children will come to know Jesus, the Good Shepherd, learn about the cycle of the church & liturgy, and further their knowledge of grace & courtesy. For further information please visit www.cgsusa.org
General FAQ
Q: What does the word “catechesis” mean? A: The word “catechesis” is often defined as oral instruction given to catechumens (those preparing for baptism). It is from a Greek word, related to the word “to teach,” and means “resounding” or “echoing down.” It refers to the passing on of the truths of our faith. Though most of the children we serve are baptized in infancy and are not actually catechumens, their catechesis has been delayed until the earliest ages at which they can participate in it.
Q: Is Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Catholic? A: Catechesis of the Good Shepherd came about through the work of two Roman Catholic laywomen in Rome: Sofia Cavalletti and Gianna Gobbi. They were inspired by the educational principles of Maria Montessori, also a Catholic. The materials they prepared for children, since 1954, were based on the Bible, the Roman Catholic liturgy and sacraments, Tradition, and Church teachings. In 1985, a Level I course welcomed participants from both Catholic and several other Christian traditions. Since that time, the ecumenical character of the roster for each course has continued. All presentations are offered as given to us by Sofia and Gianna (Catholic) and participants are welcome to adapt them to their own traditions with the encouragement of the national association and help from CGS formation leaders who share their traditions.
2020-2021 Schedule:
24 Weekly Sessions
CLASSES ARE FULL FOR THE 2020/2021 YEAR
(ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
Session | Wednesday – DATE | Thursday – DATE | Time of Year |
PARENT ORIENTATION | Sunday, September 20th @ 10:15am | Sunday, September 20th @ 10:15am | 25th Sunday Ordinary Time |
Session #1 | September 30th, 2020 | October 1st, 2020 | 26th Sunday Ordinary Time |
Session #2 | October 7th, 2020 | October 8th, 2020 | 27th Sunday Ordinary Time |
October 14th, 2020 | October 15th, 2020 | No Class MEA | |
Session #3 | October 21st, 2020 | October 22nd, 2020 | 29th Sunday Ordinary Time |
Session #4 | October 28th, 2020 | October 29th, 2020 | 30th Sunday Ordinary Time |
Session #5 | November 4th, 2020 | November 5th, 2020 | All Saints Day |
Session #6 | November 11th, 2020 | November 12th, 2020 | 32nd Sunday Ordinary Time |
Session #7 | November 18th, 2020 | November 19th, 2020 | 33rd Sunday Ordinary Time |
November 25th, 2020 | November 26th, 2020 | No Class Thanksgiving | |
Session #8 | December 2nd, 2020 | December 3rd, 2020 | 1st Sunday Advent |
Session #9 | December 9th, 2020 | December 10th, 2020 | 2nd Sunday Advent |
Session #10 | December 16th, 2020 | December 17th, 2020 | 3rd Sunday Advent |
December 23rd, 2020 | December 24th, 2020 | No Class Christmas Break | |
December 30th, 2020 | December 31st, 2020 | No Class Christmas Break | |
Session #11 | January 6th, 2021 | January 7th, 2021 | Epiphany of the Lord |
Session #12 | January 13th, 2021 | January 14th, 2021 | Baptism of the Lord |
Session #13 | January 20th, 2021 | January 22nd, 2021 | 2nd Sunday Ordinary Time |
Session #14 | January 27th, 2021 | January 28th, 2021 | 3rd Sunday Ordinary Time |
Session #15 | February 3rd, 2021 | February 4th, 2021 | 4th Sunday Ordinary Time |
Session #16 | February 10th, 2021 | February 11th, 2021 | 5th Sunday Ordinary Time |
February 17th, 2021 | February 18th, 2021 | No Class Ash Wednesday | |
Session #17 | February 25th, 2021 | February 25th, 2021 | 1st Sunday Lent |
Session #18 | March 3rd, 2021 | March 4th, 2021 | 2nd Sunday Lent |
Session #19 | March 10th, 2021 | March 11th, 2021 | 3rd Sunday Lent |
Session #20 | March 17th, 2021 | March 18th, 2021 | 4th Sunday Lent |
Session #21 | March 24th, 2021 | March 25th, 2021 | 5th Sunday Lent |
March 31st, 2021 | April 1st, 2021 | No Class Holy Week | |
April 7th, 2021 | April 8th, 2021 | No Class Easter | |
Session #22 | April 14th, 2021 | April 15th, 2021 | 2nd Sunday Easter/Divine Mercy |
Session #23 | April 21st, 2021 | April 22nd, 2021 | 3rd Sunday Easter |
Session #24 | April 28th, 2021 | April 29th, 2021 | 4th Sunday Easter |
For questions about the Pre-School Program, please contact Tammy Molitor at (763) 753-2011 ext. 109 or tjmolitor@st-patricks.org