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Welcome
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. Children gather in an “atrium,” a room prepared for them, which contains simple yet beautiful materials that they work with to draw closer to Christ in prayer.
*Began in Rome in 1954
*Method serves children ages 3-12
*Developed by Sophia Cavaletti and Gianna Gobbi
*Now in 37 countries
*Embraced by many religious orders, priests, and bishops
*“Spiritual direction for children.”
*Focus on Scripture – lectio divina
*Providing a place of prayer
Come and See
There are nine active atria at various Catholic parishes and schools throughout the diocese. For more information, to plan a visit to an atrium, or for any questions, please contact catechist and Diocesan Coordinator, Katie Haun, at cgsmadisondiocese@gmail.com.
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National Resources
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Upcoming Formation Leader Trainings
Within the Diocese:
Level II (Part B)
June 17 - 22, 2019
St. Christopher Parish, Verona, WI
Formation Leader: Carolyn Kohlhaas
Contact: Katie Haun at 608-444-5673 or haun.kathryn@gmail.com
Note: More trainings to come in the summer of 2020. Stay tuned!
Trainings Nearby:
Level I (Part A)
June 13 - 15, August 22 - 24, 2019
Sts. Peter and Paul, Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Formation Leader: Carolyn Kohlhaas
Contact: Peg Klinkhammer: mklinkhammer@assumptioncatholicschools.org
Level I (Part A)
July 8 - July 14, 2019
Formation Leader: Sue Jett
Contact: Alicia Van Hecke https://goo.gl/forms/aM7I2s3FZIrrcKMj2
Level I (Part B)
July 8 - 13, 2019
St. Pius X, Appleton, WI
Formation Leader: Carolyn Kohlhaas
Contact Erin Buccholtz: ffelementary@stpiusxappleton.com
Level I (Part B)
June 24-29, 2019
East Dubuque, IL
Formation Leader: Carolyn Kohlhaas
Contact: Angie Snyder kielersnyder@gmail.com
Level I (Part A)
September 27-29, 2019
November 22-24, 2019
Level I (Part B)
February 8, 2020
March 27-29, 2020
April 24-26, 2020
St Mary Menomonee Falls
Formation Leader: Carolyn Kohlhaas
Contact: Ellen Schlosser schlossere@stmaryparish.net
Level II (Part A)
July 15-20, 2019
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Green Bay, WI
Formation Leader: Carolyn Kohlhaas
Contact Dianne Vadney: dianne.vadney@sfamanitowoc.org