Littles
Formation programs for littles (birth - K5)
We offer many opportunities for littles (ages 0–5) to grow in faith, friendship, and community throughout the year. Through our Moms’ Group ministry for families with young children, families can enjoy a variety of informal, no-registration activities including Bible Story Time for Toddlers, daytime playgroups, Family Friday pizza nights, park meetups, outings to the zoo and library, and more. Seasonal family events include the All Saints Day Party, Advent Story Time, Hands-On Holy Week, and our Family Easter Event.
For children ages 3–6, we also offer formal faith formation through our NEW Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) program. CGS is a Montessori-based Catholic faith formation program that nurtures a child’s relationship with God through hands-on engagement with Scripture and liturgy. Registration opens in early summer, and the program runs from September through April.
If you are interested in Baptism for your child, please scroll to the bottom of the page and visit our Baptism page for more information.
Community comes in all shapes and sizes—start building yours from the littlest up this year!
Moms' Group
Don't be fooled, this group is for YOU! What started as a group for moms and their littles (ages 0-5) has taken on a life of its own and grown into an inclusive and supportive whole-family ministry that welcomes parents, grandparents, and other caregivers of kids ages 0-12. The Seton Moms' Group offers opportunities for the moms (and families) of the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton community to socialize, connect with like-minded women (and parents/caregivers), share discussions about faith and everyday life, and uplift each other through prayer. This ministry offers a wide variety of activities for moms, children, and their families, such as family grill-outs/seasonal meals, Bible study (both in-person and virtual), book club, game nights, playgroups, etc. For more information, please contact Ann Ryan, Director of Child Ministry - Early Childhood in the Disciple Formation Office, connect with us on our private Facebook group: Seton Moms’ Group, or subscribe to our newsletter to receive updates about upcoming SMG events.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Level 1 (ages 3-6)
*New this year! We are thrilled to be able to offer our NEW Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) program for children in K3-K5 this year! This Montessori-based faith formation program will serve children ages 3-6 years old and will run concurrently with our other child formation programs.
Because a CGS atrium (classroom) can only accommodate 10 children at a time, we will be offering three sessions each week. Your family can register for any one of these sessions:
Level 1 - Sunday 8:00–9:10 AM
Sunday morning CGS is offered from September through April, approximately twice per month. It mirrors the Disciple Formation calendar. This session of Level 1 (K3-K5) meets on Sunday mornings from 8:00 AM–9:10 AM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. This is a child-only program.
Level 1 - Sunday 9:30–10:40 AM
Sunday morning CGS is offered from September through April, approximately twice per month. This session of Level 1 (K3–K5) meets on Sunday mornings from 9:30 AM–10:40 AM (during the Roots program) at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. This is a child-only program; however, on the second Sunday of every month, parents are invited to attend the Adult Speaker Series at the same time in Seton Hall.
Level 1 - Monday 5:50–7:00 PM
Monday evening CGS is offered from September through April, approximately twice per month. This session of Level 1 (K3-K5) meets on Monday evenings from 5:50 PM–7:00 PM (during the Together program). The Together program is a family commitment; at least one parent is required to attend. Adult formation will be offered at all sessions. Together sessions meet from 5:30 PM–7:00 PM and include dinner.
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5:30 PM–5:50 PM – family meal
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5:50 PM–7:00 PM – catechesis breakouts/CGS session
CGS Fees
The fee structure is based on family pricing for students registered in Seton's Disciple Formation programs, grades K3–10.
CGS | Formation | Price |
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One child in CGS | No siblings in Formation (grades 1-10) | $125 |
One child in CGS | One sibling in Formation (grades 1-10) | $70 |
One child in CGS | Two siblings in Formation (grades 1-10) | $50 |
One child in CGS | Three+ siblings in Formation (grades 1-10) | $0 |
Two children in CGS | No siblings in Formation (grades 1-10) | $195 |
Two children in CGS | One sibling in Formation (grades 1-10) | $120 |
Two children in CGS | Two siblings in Formation (grades 1-10) | $50 |
Two children in CGS | Three+ siblings in Formation (grades 1-10) | $0 |