The motto of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is: "Help me fall in love with God by myself." In this program the image of Christ as the Good Shepherd who loves his sheep and gives everything He is for them forms the center of the young child’s relationship with God. The Good Shepherd knows His sheep and calls them by their name. The child comes to discover who the Shepherd is and who the they are – His children. In the midst of this blossoming relationship these same children are exposed to small, isolated items and “moments” of the Mass. They hold a small chalice, learn to name each of the vestments that the priest wears, and wonder at what occurs at specific moments of the liturgy. Their relationship with the Good Shepherd is
nurtured in such a way that they are preparing to live the fullness of the life of the Catholic Church through the liturgy and the sacraments. They begin to realize the depth of Christ’s love for us, as it is revealed to us through these sacraments, particularly the Eucharist.

The Good Shepherd program has borne much fruit in the past few years in this Archdiocese. It is exciting to be able watch this method of catechesis continue to grow. We have great trust in the grace that our children have received at their Baptism and are excited to show them that this Catholic faith.

Children between 3 and 6 are invited to participate. Children must be 3 by September 1 and must be able to use the restroom by themselves. 

We are pleased to offer three sessions - Tuesdays at 9:30am-11:00am or 4:15pm-5:30pm and Fridays at 9:30am (for those participating in the Homeschool Co-Op - registration is by link only. If you need the link sent again, please contact Dani at dani.yaklin@gmail.com). Classes begin September 5 & 8 respectively. 

*At least one parent from each family is required to be on a rotation for childcare for the catechists and assistants' children and also observe at least one CGS class in action.* 
A sign-up link will be available at a later date.

Registration Fee
Parishioners: $75/First Child; $50/Second Child
Non-Parishioners: $150/First Child; $100/Second Child

All parents must fill out the Parental/Consent Form & Liability Waiver at the link below and email it to s.freisinger@dbqarch.org or drop it off in the mail slot at the parish office.

One Parental/Consent Form & Liability Waiver must be completed for each individual child. (If a child is in Family Faith Formation and Sacrament Prep, still only one form is necessary for each child.)
Parental/Consent Form & Liability Waiver