“If we want to help the child grow near to God, we should, with patience and courage…seek to go always closer to the vital nucleus of things. This requires study and prayer. The child himself will be our teacher if we know how to observe him.”
Sofia Cavalletti
CGS TRAINING AT NATIVITY
Nativity of Our Lord Parish is hosting a Level I, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd training, in three sessions, beginning June 2023 through August 2024.
Coordinating Host: Diane Irby, Director of Religious Education
Contact: 303-731-0425, d.irby@nool.us
TRAINING INFORMATION
Three 5-day sessions at 6 hours per day, 9:00 am–3:30 pm | 90 HOURS TOTAL required by the CGS National Association
TRAINING DATES
SESSION 1:
June 1–3, 5–6, 2023
SESSION 2:
May 30–31, June 1, 3–4, 2024
SESSION 3:
August 8–10, 12–13, 2024
Babysitting is available except for Saturdays. Mothers with infants are welcome to bring their infants with them to classes. Space is limited.
TUITION
The Tuition is $600, payable in three installments of $200 prior to each session. The Parish will pay for the Nativity teachers and Catechists committing to two years at Nativity. Nativity Catechists with Level I training are welcome to audit at no cost.
BOOKS
Course books available for purchase at: www.cgsusa.org/shop
The Religious Potential of the Child, 3rd addition, $27.00
The Good Shepherd and the Child: A Joyful Journey, Revised and updated, $18.95
Commemorative Journal: Gianna Gobbi 1919-2002, Level I formation, $8.00
Snacks, small lunch of soup, and salad will be provided.