St. Michael's Atrium
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

St. Michael's Atrium at Holy Name of Jesus Church began on the Feast Day of St. Michael in 2019 - and is now offered EVERY Sunday at the 11:15am Mass.

This program is based on the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd - which is a Christian Ministry for children aged 3-6 years that is based on the Bible and liturgy of the church and inspired by the principles of Montessori education.

This Ministry provides: 

• An opportunity for children to fall in love with Jesus, the Good Shepherd, in a child-friendly space called an atrium – located in our church.
   
• Guided activity to aid meditation on Bible scripture and the mysteries of the Christian faith once a week - in small groups, facilitated by trained adults (catechists).
   
• That each child's unique spiritual needs and abilities are respected and nurtured.