Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Based on the Montessori Method of education, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd has two
goals: to bring the children into relationship with Jesus, and to bring the children into full
participation at Mass. This is a hands-on approach to catechesis, where children learn about
the parables, the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, as well as how to set the altar for
Mass, liturgical colors and seasons, and so much more. Catechists invite the children to
ponder and wonder about all of the good gifts God has given us. We find beauty in the
simplicity of the special classroom known as the Atrium. Offered on Sunday morning.

Sunday Morning Schedule_2022-2023

Each class session students come together with their adult small group leaders to grow in their relationship with God. Small group leaders use a dynamic “youth group” style of catechesis. They GATHER with a game or activity to introduce the lesson, then one of the leaders will PROCLAIM the lesson of the day. Students then gather with their small group leaders to BREAK apart the lesson through small group discussion and activities. At the end of class students gather for prayer during SEND. They are sent forth with a message to bring home and into their world. 

Middle School Class Schedule_2022-2023

Are you an adult who has a heart for sharing your faith with kids? Do you have a few hours a week to spend speaking Jesus into our young people?  If this sounds like something God is calling you to, we'd love to hear from you.  We are currently seeking small group leaders for the following grade levels:

• 6th-8th Grade

Contact the Faith Formation office 262-968-3865 if you're interested. 

Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist
Students in second grade will spend the year preparing to receive their First Reconciliation
and Communion. In addition to classes, the students will attend a Saturday morning
Reconciliation retreat with their parents. In early December they receive the Sacrament of
Reconciliation. After Christmas students start their preparation to receive First Holy
Communion. Students will attend a Saturday morning retreat with their parents, and then
receive First Holy Communion after Easter. We use a program called Encounter with
Christ which provides opportunities for families to learn along with the children at
home. Offered on Sunday morning and Tuesday Evening.

Tuesday Evening Schedule_2022-2023

For our Sunday morning class, we offer a unique opportunity for families to grow in faith. Forthe first hour, students meet in their grade level classes while parents gather for a class
designed to help them grow in faith. The second hour is designed for family groups to learnmore about Jesus and the Catholic faith. We cover a variety of topics with a specific themeeach year. The family sessions give each family time to pray together, learn more about thesaints, read and discuss the Bible, and do an activity or make a craft to reinforce the lesson.
Family class also provides the opportunity to connect with other families, creating a
community of believers.
If you register for Sunday morning class, you agree to participate in the parent/family portion.

Family Class Schedule_2022-2023
 

Students in 3rd through 5th grade use the Discover program. This program is exciting and interactive to help children learn about the Word of God, grow in their relationship with Jesus,and to discover that everything we celebrate as Catholics is based on scripture. Each childreceives a Bible to keep when they finish 5th grade.  Offered on Sunday morning and Tuesday Evening.

Tuesday Evening Schedule_2022-2023