Sunday Catechesis helps form children in their faith through weekly grade-level gatherings with parish volunteer catechists. Students use the Christ our Life curriculum from Loyola Press to dig deeper into prayer, the liturgy, participation in the life of the Church, and sustaining a relationship with Christ.

Who Attends: 1st-8th (children only)

When: Sunday, 8:30-9:45 a.m. 

Timeframe: September-May

Frequency: Weekly

Registration:Prior to participation in Sunday Catechesis, each child must be registered. For more information, or to inquire about registration, please call the Religious Education office at (574) 277-5760, ext. 117, or email [email protected].


Volunteer Information: 
Interested in volunteering as a catechist, catechist aide or helping with child care?

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Family Catechesis helps parents and children grow in faith together through monthly in-person gatherings supported by learning in the home using a family-driven educational approach. At the monthly gatherings, parents dig deeper into their own faith and share with their peers while children meet in grade-level groups. At home, parents use guided lessons to further their family practices of prayer and discipleship. 

 Who Attends: K-8th (children and parents)

 When: Wednesday, 6:00-7:30 p.m. OR Thursday, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
  
 Timeframe: August-April

 Frequency: Monthly

Family Catechesis Calendar

Monthly Worksheets: September at Home  -  October at Home

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is an approach to faith formation based on the educational principles of Maria Montessori. It was started in Rome by Sofia Cavalletti (a Hebrew Scripture scholar) and Gianna Gobbi (a Montessori directress) and has spread to several countries throughout the world. Children ages 3-12 are instructed in an "atrium" environment where they are free to learn about different aspects of the liturgy and scripture in a way that is appropriate to their age and development level.

Who Attends: PreK-6th (children only)

When: Monday, 3:45-5 p.m. (Level I-III) OR Monday, 5:30-6:45 p.m. (Level I-III), OR
           Thursday, 3:45-5 p.m. (Level I-II)

Timeframe: September-May

Frequency: Weekly

Note: Children enrolling in CGS level 1 must be three years old by August 1 and be potty-trained and able to use the toilet independently.


Volunteer Information: 
Interested in volunteering as a catechist or catechist aide?

Click here to learn more

The Merici Program is a special catechetical program that helps form children and teens with intellectual disabilities through adaptive catechesis. This group meets weekly with parents to explore the faith and grow in their personal relationship with Christ.

Who Attends: K-8th, Teen offerings, Children and Parents

When: Wednesday, 5:30-6 p.m.

Timeframe: September-May

Frequency: Weekly

 

Saint Pius X supports parents who choose to home-school for Religious Education. Parents have the option to utilize the Christ our Life text used in Sunday Catechesis or to use another text from the Bishop's Conformity list. Parents in home school participate in parish sacramental preparation process and are welcome to attend Sunday large group offerings at their discretion.

Who Attends: K-8th

Timeframe: September-May

Please call our office: (574) 272-8462, ext. 117, if you have any questions.