What is the Atrium?
The atrium is like a retreat house for the young child. “The word ‘atrium’ actually means ‘portico, or porch entrance to a large house.’
The Atrium was a term given to this space by Maria Montessori. It was chosen because in the ancient church, the atrium was a gathering space between the Church Proper and the street.
It was the place where the catechumens, those preparing for initiation to the Church, would receive instruction. The Atrium has a similar purpose for our children, as it is a place to help them enter into full, conscious and active participation in the liturgical and communal life of the Church. [cgsusa 9/2014 newsletter]
Additional Resources
Registration Form 2023-2024
Calendar of Sessions 2023-2024
Volunteering
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Need more info? Contact Gertrude Hammond
Gertrude.Hammond@stkdrexel.org
Mailing Address: PO Box 180, Wolfeboro, NH 03894