Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
The RCIA provides a program of instruction, prayer, and ritual celebrations for persons interested in the Catholic Church. During a year-long process, the RCIA allows time for study and personal conversion. This program is open to all persons interested in the Catholic Church; parishioner-sponsors for candidates are needed each year. Catholics renewing their faith are also welcome. Classes meet weekly, September through June.
Congratulations and a heartfelt welcome to all who were received into the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil!
Among the Elect, Jimmy Graham and Tahlia Riley celebrated baptism, confirmation and Eucharist. Candidates who were confirmed and received Eucharist in full communion with the Church are Jana Belzer, John Fogarty, Paula Slocomb, Jenn Best, and Marie Haney. Another candidate, Tina Stringberg, was called up for military service in February and was received into the church at Keesler Airforce Base in Biloxi, Mississippi. The class will meet this Tuesday, April 6, 7:30-9:00 pm in Seton Hall to begin the period of Mystagogia (post-baptismal formation). This week’s topic, Sharing the Good News, Reflections on Holy Week. All parishioners are welcome to join and share testimonials with our Neophytes.