RCIA

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) involves 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 RCIA is the Christian initiation of unbaptized adults. The Rite also provides for welcoming non-Catholics seeking full communion with the Church.

Adults wishing to learn more about the Catholic faith are invited to participate in our Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)process. The program for children ages seven or older is called Christian Initiation of Children of Catechetical Age (CICCA). Participants begin the RCIA process with an orientation with the Pastor, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it 272-2948. Classes are on Thursday evening 7:00-9:00pm in Classroom C/D beginning in the fall and those who desire reception of the sacraments are received into the Church at Easter Vigil.

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.

For more information call the Directory of Liturgy at 864-4706.

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 Directory of Liturgy at 864-4706.