Catechesis Good Shepherd 2026-2027 – Phase 2
It is with great joy that we announce The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd method of faith formation at St. John Neumann Church.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd – CGS – is a Montessori based approach to the religious formation of children, rooted in Sacred Scripture, Liturgy and respect for the child’s rich relationship with God.
The children gather in a specially prepared space called an Atrium. A typical session includes prayer, a presentation on scripture or liturgy, and time for the children to work with the prepared materials and quietly ponder the mysteries presented.
The Level 1 Atrium is prepared for children ages 3 – 5 year old (K).
The Level 2 Atrium is prepared for children ages 6 – 9, 1st grade – 3rd grade.
Level 1 Atrium Enrollment for ages 3-6 (Preschool-Kindergarten)
- · Children attend one session per week
- The Atrium is located by the church parking lot off Pearl Road.
- Child should turn 3 by July 1, 2026.
- Child should be able to use the bathroom independently.
We will offer four sessions for the 2026-2027 year*. Sessions begin the week of September 14, 2026, and conclude the week of May 10, 2027.
- Tuesdays 9:30-11:00 am
- Tuesdays 6:30-7:45 pm
- Wednesdays 9:30-11:00 am
- Thursdays 5:00-6:30 pm
*Limit of 8 children per session.
Level 2 Atrium for ages 6-9 (Grades 1-3)
- · Children attend one session per week.
- · The Atrium is in the chapel next to the church.
- · Level 1 is not a requirement to enroll in Level 2.
We will offer four sessions for the 2026-2027 year*. Sessions begin the week of September 14, 2026, and conclude the week of May 10, 2027.
- Tuesdays 6:30-7:45 pm
- Thursdays 5:00-6:30 pm
*Limit 14 children per session.
Contact Annette Klanac for more information: annette@sjnohio.com / 440-334-2487
ANNUAL FEE: LEVEL 1 IS $50/CHILD AND LEVEL 2 IS $75/CHILD
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 15TH, 2026.
A late fee of $25 will be incurred for all registrations made after August 15th, 2026.