Coordinator:  Catherine Calovich | 765‐5108, ext. 25 | ccalovich@stpiuscda.org

Level I Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (PreK - Kindergarten)

The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) is an approach to the religious formation of children grounded in Sacred Scripture, Catholic Doctrine, Liturgy and Prayer. Themes are presented in such a way as to develop the religious potential present in every child: the capacity to love and be loved and be in a deep relationship with God.

• Classes begin in September and end in May.
• Class times are Tuesdays from 6 - 7:30 pm.
• Age availability:  children must be 3, 4 or 5 years of age by September 1st and must be potty-trained.
• Class size is limited to 15 students.
• Regular attendance is important.
• Cost is $25/child.

We are also in needs of some items to help finish our Atrium (the name of the room where CGS is held).  Please visit our Amazon wish list here. Thank you!

Sacramental Preparation (1st - 2nd Grades)

First Reconciliation and First Communion (Received in 2nd Grade)
Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion is a two-year process (Year 1 and Year 2) and is a pre-requisite to receiving the Sacraments. In addition, the Diocese of Boise requires parents of children preparing for Reconciliation and Holy Communion to attend a catechetical session on each of these sacraments. Finally, the child and parents together attend First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion retreats.

• Classes begin in September and end in May.
• Class times are Tuesdays from 6 - 7:30 pm.
• Year 1 (1st or 2nd grader) gives a basic understanding of the faith in order to better approach First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion preparation in Year 2.
• Year 1 (2nd or 3rd grader) focuses much of the year on direct preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.
• Regular attendance is important. (If more than 3 classes are missed - unless for serious reasons - this may require the delay of reception of these Sacraments for another year.
• Cost is $25/child.

Click here for important First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion preparation information.

Elementary Catechesis (3rd - 5th Grades)

• Classes begin in September and end in May.
• Classes are Tuesdays from 6 - 7:30 pm.
• Regular attendance is important.
• Cost is $25/child.                                                   

• Catechesis is an education in the faith of children, young people, and adults which includes especially the teaching of Christian doctrine imparted, generally speaking, in an organic and systematic way, with a view of initiating the hearers into the fullness of Christian life. (CCC, #5)
• “Catechesis is a moment in the process of Evangelization.” (CCC)
• Catechesis is a lifelong process for the individual and a constant and concerted pastoral activity of the Christian community. (NCD, #32)
• The definitive aim of catechesis is to put people not only in touch, but also in communion and intimacy with Jesus Christ. (GDC # 80)