ATRIUM 25-26

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) is an approach to faith formation where children are formed in a sacred spaced called the Atrium. It is through this environment that they prepare for a fuller and more conscious participation in their Catholic faith.

 
 

PRESCHOOL AGES 4 to 5 YEARS 

 

ATRIUM: A EUCHARISTIC BEGINNING introduces children to a relationship with Jesus through hands-on learning in a sufficiently supported and well-prepared catechetical environment.  A child’s natural interest for a spiritual relationship is discovered through group activity and independent work.  Seasonal song and role play with liturgical words and gestures complements free-choice work to develop awareness of God as well as others who share the sacred space. 

 

2025-26 SCHEDULE - 4-5 yrs 

Sundays, 10-10-45a, Parish Hall - Atrium 

  • Sept 21 - Open House (after all masses) 

  • Sept 28 - Kick-off Sunday (meet friends and learn the routine) 

  • Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 

  • Nov 2, 9, 16, 23 

  • Dec 7 

  • Jan 11, 18, 25 

  • Feb 1, 8 

  • Mar 1, 8, 15, 22 (last session) 

 

KINDERGARTEN AND FIRST GRADE 

 

ATRIUM: PRE-SACRAMENTAL PREP bridges the initial recognition of words and gestures to an awareness of the values and understanding of a relationship with God.  Participation gives the foundation needed to prepare for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Communion in their 2nd grade year. 

 

2025-26 SCHEDULE - K-1st grade 

Saturdays, 3:30-4:45p, Parish Hall - Atrium 

  • Sept 20 - Open house (after all masses) 

  • Sept 27 - Kick-off Saturday (meet friends and learn the routine) 

  • Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 

  • Nov 1, 8, 15, 22 

  • Dec 6 

  • Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 

  • Feb 7, 28 

  • Mar 7, 14 (last session) 

For questions about Atrium learning sessions contact 

Nina Potter, PA for Faith Formation, nina@stnicholascc.org.