The RCIA process is a series of carefully planned stages, marked by liturgical rites in the presence of the whole community, in which new Catholics embark on and join us in a continuing and deepening conversion into faith and discipleship. The RCIA takes the distinctive history and spiritual needs of each person into account, differentiating between the baptized and the unbaptized, the catechized and the uncatechized. The needs of mature, practicing Christians from other faith traditions are considered on an individual basis.
The RCIA draws its model from the “catechumenate” of the ancient Church. Becoming Christian in the early days of the Church involved a sharp break with the surrounding culture. New Christians entered into the joy of new life and a life-sharing community of faith, but they also entered into a way of living which demanded deep commitment and entailed great risks. In the modern world, our faith also demands deep commitment—our beliefs and the beliefs of our society are often in tension. The Church revived the catechumenate—embodied in the RCIA —because new believers in the modern world need careful preparation and caring support as they enter into the mysteries of Christ and the commitment of Christian living.
RCIA for Children and Teens
If you missed preparation for Baptism you are asked to contact the Religious Formation for more information about sacramental preparation and full initiation.
RCIA for Adults
Adults who have not received the sacrament of Baptism asked to contact the Religious Formation for more information about sacrament preparation and full initiation.
Adults who wish to serve in this ministry by volunteering to be a catechist or sponsor may contact the Religious Formation Office for more information.
