Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
is a Montessori Method of Christian Education for the spiritual formation and education of children ages 3-12. Its foundation is the twin pillars of the Holy scriptures and the Divine Liturgy. CGS offers the child hands on, experiential lesson that lead him or her into a deeper relationship with Christ.

The Atrium
is a specially designed and prepared environment that facilitates the child’s spiritual life and education, filled with materials that aid the child in acquiring the knowledge of the Orthodox Faith and a life of prayer.

Parish Coordinator, Catechist

Rhonda Clodfelter
clodfeltersrj@mtaonline.net

"CGS is a common religious experience involving children and adults in which the religious values of childhood, primarily those values of contemplation and enjoyment of God, are predominant. This experience is shared in a place particularly prepared for the religious life of children called the Atrium." - www.cgsusa.org

This Orthodox adaptation of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd introduces children to these essential aspects of Orthodox Christian life...

Scripture

Liturgy

Feasts

Prayer