Orthodox Catechesis & Spiritual Formation-Early Child

Because children participate fully in the life of the Church from the earliest age, it is important to consider how they may engage meaningfully in worship and in the broader life of the ecclesial community. The Orthodox Church provides a rich liturgical and sacramental tradition through which even young children may encounter and participate in the worship of God.

While remaining true to Orthodox theological tradition, this program introduces principles derived from Montessori pedagogy. The Montessori method is utilized due to its recognized efficacy in addressing the developmental needs of young children through experiential and hands-on learning. Its inclusion in the program is based solely on pedagogical merit, independent of the personal religious beliefs of Maria Montessori or Sofia Cavalleti.