The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (R.C.I.A.) Process How to Become Catholic or be fully received into the Church
This Year's Session Schedule For the 2007-2008 Program Year
Contacting R.C.I.A. Contact and Sign Up Information
What is R.C.I.A? General Information about the program
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (commonly known as the R.C.I.A.) is the normal and “proven” process in which adults can become full, active, participating members of the Roman Catholic Church.
While it is a process that allows adults to either become Catholic (Baptized in to the Faith) or "complete" their Sacraments of Initiation (First Holy Communion / Confirmation), the sessions are much more than that.The time in and around the sessions is a time of "faith journey". Participants are encouraged to explore their beliefs, learn about what the Church teaches, examine how God is working in their lives and become better acquainted with others through involvement in service within the parish community.
The R.C.I.A. process is designed and intended for any of the following:
Anyone and everyone, Catholic or not, who wants to know more about the teaching and traditions of the Roman Catholic faith.
Adults (18 years+) who have never been baptized into any other Christian denomination, and who might consider being baptized into the Catholic faith.
Adults (again 18 years+) who have been baptized in another denomination and who wish to learn more about our Roman Catholic faith and tradition. At the end of the process, they affirm a ritual “Profession of Faith” as Roman Catholics, are confirmed and receive the Holy Eucharist for the first time.
Adult Catholics who have never made their First Communion and who wish to be confirmed.
Adult Catholics who have never been confirmed and wish to complete their Sacraments of Initiation.
Interested persons can leave their names / addresses with us at the parish office, 734-9522. If you want us to make some kind of an “inviting contact” to someone whom you know to be interested (but the person you’re thinking of might be a little shy or bashful about stepping forward), that invitation from us can be arranged!
The entire RCIA process has proved to be a powerful “renewal force” within our parish during the past years.Inquiry sessions are to be held Tuesday evenings, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.