| The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) is an approach to faith formation of children ages 3 to 12. It is rooted in the Bible, the liturgy of the church, and the educational principles of Maria Montessori. (visual, kinesthetic & audible learning),
and Dr. Sofia Cavaletti
Children gather in a room especially prepared for them, called the Atrium. The Atrium is a place of community and worship rather than a classroom for academic study. It is a place to be with and enjoy God, listen to the Word, and to pray. It contains simple, yet beautiful hand made materials, that are all child size. All the lessons are hands-on activities. In working with the hands-on lessons, the child comes to understand the meaning of God’s presence in their life and the world.
"If we want to help the child
draw nearer to God,
we should
with patience and courage
seek to go always closer
to the vital nucleus of things.
This requires study and prayer.
The children will be our teachers
if we know how to observe them."
Sofia Cavallatti
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| St. John Neumann Church was the first to bring the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd to the Las Vegas Diocese in 2005. We are blessed with two well-equipped Atria
(Level I & Level II).
CGS Level I is a 3-year process for children age three through Kindergarten.
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CGS Level II is also a 3-year program for children in Grades 1 through 3.
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If you would like more information on the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program please email our CGS coordinator, Helen Silva at cgs@sjnc.org or
call the parish office at (702) 657-0200 x 217.
To obtain the current registration form for your child, click here. Print, fill out commpletely and bring it to the Faith Formation offices during their office hours: Tuesday-Thursday 11:am to 5:00pm and Saturday 9:00am-4pm
If you are interested in becoming a CGS Catechist and want to learn more about the training and certificate process, please click here.
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