Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
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"Let the children come to Me, and do not prevent them;
for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."— Matthew, 19:14
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Catechesis for Ages 3 to 10
Sessions Begin
The start date for 2023-24 will be Tuesday, September 19, 2023.
Location
Our session location is:Saint John the Baptist Pastoral Center
1501 Virginia Avenue
Monaca, PA 15061Cost
The fee schedule is as follows:- One child is $40
- Two children are $35 each
- Three children or more are $30 each
Session Limits
This will be determined based on facility logistics/capacity.
Details
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) is a Montessori-based program for 3 to 9 year olds that helps them to understand their faith and have a personal relationship with Jesus the Good Shepherd.Session Day/Time Schedule- Tuesdays, Level 1 — 2:00PM to 3:30PM
- Tuesdays, Level 2 — 2:00PM to 3:30PM
- Tuesdays, Level 1 — 4:00PM to 5:30PM
- Tuesdays, Level 2 — 4:00PM to 5:30PM
- Wednesdays, Level 3 — 4:00PM to 5:30PM
Do you wish to register your child(ren)?
You can register your child(ren) by completing a downloadable registration form (see below). When filling out the registration form, please be certain to select the correct level. (Level 1, ages 3 to 6 up to kindergarten; Level 2, ages 6 to 9; Level 3, ages 9 to 10). Once completed, please submit the form with payment.
Registration Requirements:Completed registration form [providing: family name, name of child, enrollment level (Level 1, ages 3 to 6 up to kindergarten; Level 2, ages 6 to 9; Level 3, ages 9 to 10), if the child was baptized (yes or no); required copy of baptismal certificate if not in our parish, contact information (address, preferred phone number, emergency contact information, and session choice)
Your child needs to be fully potty trained. If the child is not fully potty trained, a parent or grandparent needs to be present.
All health-related protocols as required by the Diocese will be followed.
If you have any questions concerning registration or the progam, you are welcome to contact me using the contact infomation listed below.
Sincerely,Nicole Albanese
Director of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Phone: 724.318.5750
eMail: [email protected]
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An Introduction to
'Catechesis of the Good Shepherd' (CGS)What is an 'atrium'? Why is it not called a 'classroom'?
The Good Shepherd environment is called an 'atrium' because in ancient church tradition the catechumenate would meet in the atrium of the church. The atrium is a special room prepared with beautiful, hand-crafted, child-size materials. The room is specially prepared for Level 1 (ages 3 to 5) and Level 2 (ages 6 to 9) children.
What do children do in the atrium?
The children fall in love with Jesus the Good Shepherd in the atrium. The experience in the atrium is the foundation of a lifelong relationship with Jesus, our Good Shepherd. This helps to spread and widen our community within the Church.
Children live the central mysteries of our Faith by working with and reflecting upon materials that revolve around the life of Christ, the altar, the Eucharist, geography, liturgical colors; the gospels of the birth, passion and resurrection of Jesus; Advent prophecies, the parable of the Good Shepherd, the 'kingdom' parables, and baptism.
The core elements of the Faith are presented to the children, which will be built upon in upcoming years. The time spent with the child-sized materials allows the child to meditate and pray on the concepts present. -
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CGS Volunteers
If you wish to become involved in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd as a helper/aide, please contact Nicole Albanese at [email protected] by email.
Compliance with Diocesan requirements obligates everyone who volunteers for a parish activity to complete the Parish Voluteer clearance process for Mary, Queen of Saints Parish. This can be completed online. Please click the link below for more information.
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Step 1: To Register
To begin the registration process for 2023-24,
please download and print a copy of the
Mary, Queen of Saints Parish
2023-24 CGS Registration Application.
To do this, pleaseCLICK HERE
Once you have completed the
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)
Registration Form,
you can submit it by using
one of a variety of methods:
Scan then eMail to:
[email protected]
or Mail to:
Mary, Queen of Saints Parish
115 Trinity Drive
Aliquippa, PA 15001
Attn.: CGS - Nicole
[If you are also including payment, do so by
check or money order ONLY (no cash)
made out to:
Mary, Queen of Saints Parish]
♦Please note that prepayment
for CGS Registration is required.Online Payment Method:
Pay online by completing STEP 2.
Alternate Payment Methods:
Alt. #1 - You may mail the payment
(see 'Mail to' instructions above);
OR
Alt. #2 - You can submit a check or cash payment in person
at any one of the church offices of our parish;
OR
Alt. #3 - You can place your payment in an envelope
clearly marked 'CGS Registration Payment'
and drop it in the weekend Mass offering basket. -
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Step 2: Make Payment
Using the eCatholic online service, you can conveniently submit your payment for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) registration either by e-check or credit card using the web form below. The fee schedule for the 2023-24 CGS Program is as follows:
- One child is $40
- Two children are $35 each
- Three children or more are $30 each
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Dear Parent/Guardian,
Your payment has been submitted.
Thank you and God bless.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Program
Mary, Queen of Saints Parish
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