led by the good shepherd

children's
religious education

Children gathered around a table with a jack-o’-lantern, joined by their Good Shepherd teacher and assistants, smiling during class.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at St. Ladislas is a fully immersive, hands-on religious formation program for children ages 3-12. It teaches children about our Catholic faith with a Montessori-based and liturgically based catechesis.

Through this journey of faith, children will listen to Scripture and meditate on Biblical and liturgical themes to deepen their relationship with God and their enjoyment in His presence.

Registration is now open for the 2025-2026 Good Shepherd year. A child’s enrollment is complete when we receive your registration and payment.

Tuition is $75 a child, with a maximum fee of $100 per family. For your convenience, you can pay for your registration by cash or check in the Parish Office or online. *Confidential financial assistance is available.*

Have a question? Contact Director of Faith Formation Lisa Belza (lbelza@stlads.org) or Good Shepherd Coordinator Mary Beth Schneidler (mschneidler@stlads.org) in the Parish Office.

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2025-2026 CALENDAR
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Level 1 — Ages 3-6

We’ll begin the year with a special Family Mass on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. followed by a kickoff meeting to help you get oriented with the year ahead. All Good Shepherd families are encouraged to attend as we prepare for a great year of faith formation.

Classes begin Sunday, September 7, 2025.

We offer flexible class times to fit your family’s schedule. When registering, you’ll be able to select the day and time that works best for your child. Spaces are limited for each session, so we encourage early registration to ensure your preferred time.

For children ages 3-6, we offer the following options:
Sundays 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Mondays 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Tuesdays 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Wednesdays 4:30-5:45 p.m.

ENROLL YOUR CHILD
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Level 2 — Ages 6-9

We’ll begin the year with a special Family Mass on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. followed by a kickoff meeting to help you get oriented with the year ahead. All Good Shepherd families are encouraged to attend as we prepare for a great year of faith formation.

Classes begin Sunday, September 7, 2025.

We offer flexible class times to fit your family’s schedule. When registering, you’ll be able to select the day and time that works best for your child. Spaces are limited for each session, so we encourage early registration to ensure your preferred time.

For children ages 6-9, we offer the following options:
Sundays 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Mondays 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Tuesdays 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Wednesdays 4:30-5:45 p.m.

ENROLL YOUR CHILD
A group of children smile and pose with their pastor in the sacristy, gathering around him.

Level 3 — Ages 9-12

We’ll begin the year with a special Family Mass on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. followed by a kickoff meeting to help you get oriented with the year ahead. All Good Shepherd families are encouraged to attend as we prepare for a great year of faith formation.

Classes begin Sunday, September 7, 2025.

We offer flexible class times to fit your family’s schedule. When registering, you’ll be able to select the day and time that works best for your child. Spaces are limited for each session, so we encourage early registration to ensure your preferred time.

For children ages 9-12, we offer the following options:
Sundays 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Mondays 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Tuesdays 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Wednesdays 4:30-5:45 p.m.

ENROLL YOUR CHILD

Jesus said, "Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." — Matthew 19:14