We realize that parents are the first and foremost teachers of our faith. Our role as a Children's Ministry team is to support families in laying the foundation as our child(ren) prepare for a lifelong faith journey. 

Children's Ministry at Pax Christi currently offers two programs, Catechisis of the Good Shepherd and Kingdom Kids.  We hope to add Children's Liturgy of the Word during the 2021-2022 school year.Formation Catalog

Catechisis of the Good Shepherd and Kingdom Kids are available for children as early as three years of age, by September 1st of the current school year, through fifth grade.

Children's Liturgy of the Word will be offered Sunday Mornings During the 9 am Mass for students PreK-1st Grade. We are currently asking for you to register. We will need a few volunteers to commit to this program to ensure it is successful.

All of our programs are made possible by volunteer catechists. These catechists are teens, young adults, parents, grandparents and many other parishoners. If you are interested in being a volunteer, please contact: 

Michelle L. Todd, 
Children's Ministry Coordinator 
Email: mtodd@paxchristichurch.org
phone: (507) 226-0393

Registration for either program is required. Register Here

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (times to be determined)
Children's Liturgy of the Word (potentially Sunday 9:00 A.M. Mass) 
Kingdom Kids (Sunday evenings 6:00 - 7:00 P.M.)

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd 

• This religious formation program utilizes Montessori techniques and develops each child's knowledge of our faith and relationship with God. Trained catechists gather with children in small groups and present lessons using interactive materials that represent the Bible and our Church’s liturgy. Children meet in specially prepared rooms with materials geared toward each age group. In addition to working in small groups, children are encouraged to move about the room to work with materials and everyone participates in a prayer time each week.

• Will be offered during the 9 am Mass throughout the school year. The Celebrant calls children forward after the
  opening prayer and dismisses them with trained catechists who guides them through the Mass readings, an activity, and prayer in a way
  that appeals to a child’s understanding. Children return to Mass and sit with their families again just before the offering.

• This religious formation program utilizes a traditional classroom setting. Children meet in grade specific groups. Our curriculum is textbook based, and we provide a wide range of activities and creative crafts. We provide music and prayer time, with thoughtful and caring catechists. Children will have opportunities for service projects, and come together in large groups for many activities which support our Parish and our community.