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“I’d like to know more
about the Catholic Church
but I don’t know how to get
started.”
If you are already a Catholic or if you are interested in
becoming Catholic than the process called the “Rite of
Christian Initiation for Adults” or RCIA is for you. The
process is open to all adults who may never have been
baptized, baptized but not confirmed, confirmed but have
been separated from the Church or those Catholics who just
want to learn more about the Church and her rich history and
practices.
R.C.I.A.
consists of four main stages:
Period of Inquiry: We become acquainted
with the Roman Catholic Church, we see in our own life how
we connect to Church, we examine basic Catholic beliefs, and
we decide if we want to become Catholic.
Period of Catechumenate: This is the
first stage of commitment that leads to full membership. We
discuss Catholic prayer, Reconciliation, Mary and the
Saints.
Period of Enlightenment and Purification:
This is the time during Lent when we deepen our
spiritual commitment through works of charity, prayer and
fasting. We will discuss Confirmation, the Mass and
Baptism. This stage ends with Easter and the Rites of
Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.
Period of Mystagogy: This stage lasts
from Easter Sunday to Pentecost Sunday justice, works of
mercy and being an active parishioner.
We also need lots of help with supporting those entering
the Church so if your calling is to sponsor, bake cookies,
witnessing your faith or praying for our candidates please
contact Joey or the church office and answer the call.
For more information, visit the following link:
www.catholic.com
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