Religious Education: Church-Based

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OF CHILDREN

Register now for 2008-2009 programming
Registration for Good Shepherd's 2008-2009 Religious Education programs has begun and continues through Aug. 1. Take advantage of reduced fees by registering before July 1.

Classes begin in September. Elementary class sizes are generally limited to 10 to 13 students per session, and class assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants in the religious education program must be registered members of Good Shepherd Parish. Use the following links to download registration forms. Schedules will be posted in August. More information on specific programs can be found below.

Church-Based Program

Elementary
Religious Education classes are offered from mid-September to early May for children in Kindergarten through grade 5. A choice of either Sunday or Monday classes is available. Classes are held in the parish hall at the church, and meet at the following times:

Sunday: 4:15-5:30 p.m. and 6:00-7:15 p.m.
Monday: 6:00-7:15 p.m.

Junior and Senior High
Catechesis, Christian service, and spiritual and social activities are all important components of the Total Youth Ministry (TYM) Model of religious education that is offered to junior high and senior high students at Good Shepherd. Classes meet in the Parish Hall at the Church. Each grade meets seven Sundays and three Wednesday evenings. Please see the schedule for dates and times for specific classes.

Grades 6-8
Sunday 8:45 - 10:45 a.m. / Brunch + Catechesis
Wednesday 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. / Mass + Catechesis

Grades 9-11
Sunday 12:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. / Lunch + Catechesis
Wednesday 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. / Mass + Catechesis

Christian service, retreats, spiritual and social activities are scheduled at other times according to the needs and desires of the group and leaders. Check the bulletin for dates and times.

Home-Based Program
A home-based religious education program is offered for families with children in grades 1 to 10. Parents use approved materials to direct regular sessions for their children. Attendance at the parish's two intergenerational G.I.F.T. (Generations in Faith Together) events is also a required part of the program.

Catch-Up Catechesis
If your child or children have been away from a formal religious education program for awhile, they can get caught up to grade level through our Catch-Up Catechesis program. In this home-based, parent-facilitated program, families use a textbook that provides an overview of the Catholic faith, covering the basics such as prayer, scripture and Catholic teaching. Catch-Up Catechesis can be done through the summer to prepare for fall, or through the regular academic year to prepare for the following year. Contact the Faith Formation Office, 238-0649, for more information.

New Program for Special Needs Children
We are exploring offering a multi-age religious education class for children with special needs. Click on the link to download a letter with more details and a pre-registration form. For more information contact the Faith Formation Office at 238-0649.

Information on new class for special needs children

Volunteer
We welcome volunteer catechists, aides and helpers! All adults who work with youth must take the diocesan mandated Protecting God's Children Training, fill out paperwork and undergo a background check. To volunteer contact the Faith Formation office at 238-0649.



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