Faith
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FaithRooted in Catholic Tradition
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
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Faith Formation at St. Augustine Cathedral School
As a Catholic elementary and middle school, faith formation is at the heart of our educational mission. We strive to create a vibrant community where students, teachers, and families come together to deepen their understanding and practice of the Catholic faith. Our approach to faith formation is holistic, integrating religious instruction with daily life, prayer, and service. We believe that by fostering a strong spiritual foundation, our students will grow into compassionate, thoughtful, and faith-filled individuals who are equipped to make a positive impact in the world.
Faith is one of three critical aspects of St. Augustine Cathedral School's mission, along with knowledge and stewardship.
Our faith formation program includes regular participation in the sacraments, such as attending Mass and receiving the Sacraments of First Communion and Reconciliation. By nurturing the spiritual growth of our students, we empower them to become active disciples of Christ, ready to serve and inspire others.
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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Every child at St. Augustine Cathedral School experiences the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. It is a Christ-centered, liturgically based program designed to aid religious formation for children.
The program is taught by a trained catechist. To achieve certification to teach, catechists must undergo 90 hours of training to obtain each level. So, a trained Level III catechist has undergone 270 hours of training!
Our school has a designated Atrium space. It is a peaceful place for prayer, meditation and contemplation. Within the Atrium are materials which aid each child in further developing their relationship with God and His church.
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Ages 3-6 (Level 1)
Children experience the faith through an Atrium filled with materials to nurture the relationship between the child, God and His church, and to understand the traditions of the Catholic faith.
Children work with materials that allow them to experience the traditions of the Catholic faith and represent the symbols and traditions of mass in a child-like, age-appropriate setting.
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Ages 6-9 (Level 2)
This level focuses on the History of the Kingdom of God. Students are able to ponder their place in that sacred history.
The materials include works that are not only sacred history from the beginning of time, but work that fosters moral formation through parables and the sacraments of initiation.
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Ages 9-12 (Level 3)
The final level focuses on the Plan of God. The child is aided in realizing that God has a plan for them and He has given them gifts to help them carry out this plan.
The materials guide students to the gifts of all the sacraments, moral parables, and a deeper understanding of the church’s history from Creation to Abraham until today.
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Faith Formation at Diocese of Kalamazoo SchoolsSt. Augustine Cathedral School is one of two elementary schools that are part of the Catholic Schools of Greater Kalamazoo (CSGK). All CSGK schools are part of the Diocese of Kalamazoo and are governed by the Diocesan Office of Schools. Watch the video below to learn more about the approach to faith in these schools.
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