Welcome:
On Sunday, during the 9:15 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Masses, children gather in age-level groups (3 and 4 year olds and Kindergarteners) to meet Jesus as they explore the Sunday Gospel. These gatherings provide a great opportunity for family discussion! A “learn by doing” approach involving all five senses is used. Songs, games and crafts are designed to capture the curiosity and imagination of each child.
Curriculum:
We have selected “Gospel Weeklies” from Pflaum Publishing which connects the gospel to Catholic doctrine. We have selected “Gospel Weeklies” from Pflaum Publishing which connects the gospel to Catholic doctrine. The materials used are as follows:
- Seeds Guide – Pre-school (3 and 4 years old)
- Promise Guide – Grades K - 1
The Gospels are our primary source for knowing and adhering to Jesus Christ in faith. The Pflaum Gospel Weeklies put Jesus Christ at the center of catechesis by building lessons around the Sunday Gospels of the liturgical year. The Gospels are pivotal to catechesis because Jesus Christ is the center of the Gospels. Another component offered is connecting the Gospel Weeklies to what the Catholic Church Believes and Teaches.
The catechist makes every effort to have the current and next Sunday “Gospel Weeklies” available for parents to take home. Having next Sunday’s information allows parents to work with their children on the next Sunday’s readings before attending Mass. Parents are encouraged to check out additional resources for the Pflaum Gospel Weeklies Promise Guide.
Calendar for 2011-2012:
- Early Childhood Catechesis - Sunday Morning
Coordinator:
Sara Jones
(714) 963-0014
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Registration:
Linda Nichols
(714) 963-0014
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