If we want to help the child grow near 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 child himself will be our teacher if we know how to observe him.”
Sofia Cavalletti
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is an approach to the religious formation of children. It is rooted in the Bible, the Liturgy of the Church, and the educational principles of Maria Montessori. Central to this approach is the Atrium, a sacred space prepared for the children. A place of beauty, the atrium is designed for being with and enjoying God, listening to God’s Word, and praying. We are fortunate to offer a level one Atrium for children ages 3-6 years old.