FORMATION COURSES
For adults working with the 6-9 year-old child
The Level 2 course lays the foundation of the theory and practices of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for the 6-9 year old child. This 97+ hour course prepares the adult to develop and facilitate an atrium for this age group.
The focus of Level 2 is the covenant. We consider how God has revealed God’s self in relationship with us through time. This theme of Salvation History is explored through the use of timelines of God’s saving presence. We also take a deeper look at the sacraments, and work on the maxims and moral parables of Jesus. Using the parables of the True Vine and the Good Shepherd, we contemplate the question, “How am I called to live in covenant relationship?” The course is presented in the Roman Catholic tradition but includes awareness of material adaptations to the Anglican, Lutheran and Orthodox traditions.
The Level 2 course lays the foundation of the theory and practices of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for the 6-9 year old child. This 97+ hour course prepares the adult to develop and facilitate an atrium for this age group.
"Covenant" is the focus of Level 2. We consider God's self-revelation in relationship with us. This theme of Salvation History is explored through the use of timelines of God’s saving presence. We also take a deeper look at the sacraments, and work on the maxims and moral parables of Jesus. Using the parables of the True Vine and the Good Shepherd, we contemplate the question, “How am I called to live in covenant relationship?” The course is presented in the Roman Catholic tradition but includes awareness of material adaptations to the Anglican, Lutheran and Orthodox traditions.
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Formation Requirements
Certificate in Level 1.
Expectations
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100% attendance and engagement in group discussions, prayer and simulated presentations using the materials.
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10 hours minimum observation in a level 2 atrium and/or elementary 6-9 Montessori classroom.
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Completion of 10 personal and 10 group album pages.
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Completion of all assigned reading.
COURSE READINGS
REQUIRED
The Religious Potential of the Child 6-12 Years Old, 2nd edition
Sofia Cavalletti
Liturgical Training Publications, Chicago 2002. ISBN: 9781616714413
REQUIRED
The History of the Kingdom of God, Part 2, Liturgy and the Building of the Kingdom.
Sofia Cavalletti
Liturgical Training Publications, Chicago 2013. ISBN 978-1-61-671-090-3
RECOMMENDED
Life in the Vine: The Joyful Journey Continues
Rebekah Francisco Rojcewicz
ISBN: 9781616715984
RECOMMENDED
Ways to Nurture the Relationship with God
Sofia Cavalletti & Patricia Coulter
Liturgical Training Publications, Chicago 2010. ISBN:978-I-56854-920-0
REQUIRED
The History of the Kingdom of God, Part 1, From Creation to Parousia.
Gianna Gobbi & Sofia Cavalletti
Liturgical Training Publications, Chicago 2012. ISBN 978-1-61-671-048-4
RECOMMENDED
Mustard Seed Preaching
Ann M. Garrido
Liturgy Training Publications, Chicago.
ISBN 1-56854-555-X
RECOMMENDED
Drinking from the Sources
Sofia Cavalletti & Patricia Coulter
Liturgy Training Publications, Chicago 2015. ISBN: 978-1-61671-247-1
UPCOMING COURSES
UPDATE: Formation Courses
We are monitoring the situation regarding COVID-19 and will be following the recommendations of health authorities regarding events and precautionary measures. As the situation is very fluid, we will make a decision about courses on a course by course basis. Please continue to register for courses. In the event that a course must be cancelled you will receive a full refund.
- February 19-25, 2021Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church
- Post-poned to 2021St. Anthony of Padua School
- To be announcedTo be announced