Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at St. Bartholomew's, Pewaukee
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at St. Bartholomew in Pewaukee
First Communion Class
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a Christian Ministry for children aged 3-12 years that is based on the Bible and liturgy of the church; it is inspired by the principles of Montessori education. This Ministry provides:
- An opportunity for children to fall in love with Jesus, the Good Shepherd, in a child-friendly space called an atrium – located in a church or school.
- Guided play to aid meditation on Bible scripture and the mysteries of the Christian faith once a week - in small groups, facilitated by trained adults (catechists).
- That each child's unique spiritual needs and abilities are respected and nurtured.
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is recognized as a ministry offering religious formation for children by Episcopal and Catholic churches. This is the formation program that is offered at St. Bartholomew in Pewaukee. Recently, a group of children and their parents participated in a special, multi-week class that culminated in their first communion.