RCIC

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) also includes a component for children and teens seeking preparation for and celebration of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist, which manifests the intimate relation of these sacraments to one another. The primary focus of the process is the Christian initiation of the unbaptized. The Rite also provides for welcoming non-Catholics seeking full communion with the Church.

Children and Teens wishing to learn more about the Catholic faith are invited to participate in our Rite of Christian Initiation for Children/Youth (RCIC) process. The process for children/teens ages seven or older is called Rite of Christian Initiation for Children (RCIC). Participants begin the process with an orientation.  Students are placed in Sunday morning or evening religious education classes.  Supplemental classes will be schedule throughout the catechetical year.  Those who desire baptism are received into the Church at Easter Vigil.

For more information call the Director of Pastoral Care at 864-4712 or the Office of Christian formation at 864-4714.

Sunday dismissals are from the 8:45am liturgy beginning after the Rites of Acceptance and Welcome.

The following dates of special rites celebrated:

  • Sunday, November 20, 2011 Rites of Acceptance and Welcome at 8:45 Liturgy
  • Sunday, February 19, 2012 Rite of Sending at 11:15 Liturgy
  • TBD:  Rite of Election with the Bishop at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
  • TBD:  Rite of Continuing Conversion
  • Sunday, March 11, 2012 Scrutiny I at 8:45 Liturgy
  • Sunday, March 18, 2012 Scrutiny II at 8:45 Liturgy
  • Sunday, March 25, 2012 Scrutiny III at 8:45 Liturgy

Holy Triduum

  • April 5, 2012 Holy Thursday 7pm Mass
  • April 6, 2012 Good Friday 7pm service
  • April 7, 2012 Easter Vigil 8pm with reception of the sacraments.

There is a registration form and required family orientation prior to the beginning the process.

For more information or to set up an appointment call the Office of Christian formation at 864-4714.