Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults

Meets Saturdays from 9-11 AM, year-round at the parish office

when an inquirer is going through the process.


The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is the process by which interested adults and older children become full members of the Catholic Church. This program prepares individuals for the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation, including anyone coming from other faith traditions as well as uninitiated Catholics.


For more information, contact: RCIA.sfa@gmail.com

RCIA follows the ancient practice of the Church, introducing an individual to the Catholic way of life. Candidates are accompanied on their journey of faith by their catechists.


For individuals who knock on our door seeking initiation, the length of the process is unique to their needs. It encourages them into a deep relationship with God and His Church, and through participation in weekly worship and parish activities, invites them into a relationship with the parish community.


For the catechists involved, the opportunity to share their faith and the joy of being Catholic is an enriching and life-changing experience. RCIA is also an opportunity for the whole community to witness the special preparation of candidates for Rites and ceremonies as they journey toward full communion with the church.


It is rewarding to see the fruits of the ministry, as candidates from past years are currently in active ministry in the Church. The Joy of the Gospel permeates entirely through this important ministry.

There is no greater joy than to observe and be intimately part of the workings of the Holy Spirit

as a candidate comes alive in their faith and immerses themselves in the Gospel way of life.”

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