Rite Of Christian Initiation Of Adults

RCIA Is A Journey Of Faith
It Is The Path Taken
To Become A Catholic

Examine The Information Below
To Learn More About
The Steps Along This Path

RCIA Serves:
Those Searching For Faith In Their Lives
&
Parishioners Who Want To Support
Those Coming Into The Church

Select A Topic For More:
Scope
Inquiry
Discovery
Rite Of Election
Discipleship
Volunteers
Contacts



Scope

The RCIA process provides a means for adults or children to come into the Catholic Church or to receive the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist (Communion), and Confirmation.

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Inquiry

The RCIA journey consists of "Inquiry" which provides information on Catholic tradition necessary for an informed judgment about proceeding to the "Discovery".

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Discovery

A time of formal instruction
and faith formation.

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Rite of Election

The first Sunday of Lent begins a time of intense spiritual preparation for reception into the Catholic faith at the Easter Vigil.

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Discipleship

The time between Easter and Pentecost is a period during which the newly baptized and confirmed deepen their faith in the paschal mystery by participating in the Eucharist, mediating on the Gospel and engaging in the works of charity.

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Volunteers

are needed primarily as sponsors for the candidates, but also as members of a team of welcomers, organizers, "Pray-ers" and catechists.

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RCIA Ministry Contacts
Sponsor Coordinator
Jack Loeffler


Inquiry Contact
Office Of Religious Education
@ 257-1085

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