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tnaughtonnativitystpaul.orgCatechesis of the Good Shepherd Coordinator
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July 14 - July 19
We need more volunteer assistants and catechists for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. If you are looking for a thoughtful, engaging faith experience that also will make a difference in the lives of our children, please consider joining us!Read More -
August 5 - August 7
We need more volunteer assistants and catechists for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. If you are looking for a thoughtful, engaging faith experience that also will make a difference in the lives of our children, please consider joining us!Read More
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August 12 - August 14
We need more volunteer assistants and catechists for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. If you are looking for a thoughtful, engaging faith experience that also will make a difference in the lives of our children, please consider joining us!Read More
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News
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May 9
We’re now looking to hire for two full-time positions in the parish office: Director of Mission and Accounting Specialist. If you’re interested in joining our team, click here to review the job descriptions and reach out to Beth Giese, Parish Administrator, to apply.Read More
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***Tuesday morning CGS is now full. We are currently exploring additional options. Please contact Taylor if you'd like to be added to a wait list.***
Taylor Croissant, Assistant Director of Discipleship/Faith Formation
(651) 696-5518 | tcroissant@nativitystpaul.org
Thank you!
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What is the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)?
CGS is a hands-on Montessori based Catholic faith formation program that focuses on Sacred Scripture and Liturgy, allowing the children to hear, ponder and celebrate the mysteries of the Catholic faith and grow in their relationship with Jesus.
The Atrium and MaterialsThe atrium is a specially prepared room where the children gather and come to know Jesus, the Good Shepherd. The atrium, located in the lower level of Nativity School, is prepared with materials that children work with as a way of meditating upon the essentials of our faith found in Scripture and in Liturgy.
Examples of materials found in the atrium include small wooden figures of Jesus and the disciples used to meditate on the Last Supper; detailed interactive maps of the Land of Israel and the City of Jerusalem to help situate Jesus as a real person in time; Jerusalem Mustard Seeds and beautiful pearls to help ponder the Parables of the Kingdom of God; and a small Baptismal font and Paschal candle used to explore the significance of Baptism.
What age does Nativity’s CGS program serve?Nativity’s Catechesis of the Good Shepherd will be offered for children ages 3-5.
CGS Level I- Three years old (as of September 1, 2024),
- Four years old, and
- Five years old (as of May 1, 2025).
When does Nativity’s CGS program meet?Class will meet once a week on Tuesday mornings from 8:15-9:45 AM from late September to mid May. The class will be mixed age to allow for a variety of class dynamics.
Tuition for 2024-2025 is $120/child.
Financial assistance is available -- we want Catechesis of the Good Shepherd to be available to any child that is interested!
For questions or more information about the CGS Program, please contact Taylor Croissant at tcroissant@nativitystpaul.org or (651) 696-5518. -
