About CCT

The spiritual life of Children is the focus of research at the Center for Children and Theology.  It seeks to listen to the voices of children and to explore the theological gifts children have to offer. Reciprocally, the Center seeks the best theology that the community of faith has to offer children today.

View the CCT Annual Report.

Publications

Echoes is a thematic report filled with succinct, thoughful articles exploring the spirituality of the child. Past issues have included topics such as Gospel Nonviolence and the Child, working with children with disabilities, and making space for the child in the church.

Occasional Papers is a collection of papers which explore with more depth the theology and spirituality of children.

New to Occasional Papers:
The Foundation of the Human Being by Silvana Montanaro, MD

Children and Theology by Catherine Maresca is available for FREE download.

About Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

CGS is a religious formation program which fosters the unique relationship between the child and God. The growth of that relationship is assisted by the adult, but is directed by the Spirit of God within the child. 

Weaving Our Gifts 2008
was a rich mix of gifts shared!

Join us in 2010!

October 22-24, 2010 at Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center in W. Hartford, CT

Read more about the conference

CCT Catalog

New Books! Great Gifts!

The Mysteries of the Rosary for Children
by Cy Speltz
Simple, colorful illustrations for each decade of the four mysteries of the rosary are accompanied by a title, descriptive sentence, and connection to our lives today.

Parenting:
A Sacred Path
by Patience Leiden Robbins
A reflection book on the joys and struggles of parenting, for personal or group use.

Blue Earth Marble With Natural Earth Continents

This small globe fits perfectedly into the 9-12 year old's hand, reminding us to hold the earth and all its people in our hands and heart as we pass it around for our intercessory prayers.

New Books for Children

When I Make Silence
by Jennifer Howard

and

My Shining Light
by Nidhi Misra

Courses

CCT offers formation courses in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.