The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is designed to bring adults into full communion with the Catholic Church and, in so doing, to make available the fullness of the means of salvation. 

The RCIA is intended primarily for three types of individuals, namely:

1. Non-Christians wishing to convert to Catholicism (Usually a two year process)
2. Non-Catholic Christians wishing to become Catholic
3. Baptized Catholic individuals who for whatever reason have not received First Eucharist or Confirmation.

Anyone interested in learning more about becoming Catholic, entering into full communion with the Catholic Church, or receiving missed Sacraments through the RCIA program should please contact Mike Lambrecht at the religious education office at 359-9006.

The RCIA process is divided into four parts.  They are:

1. The Precatechumenate: A time for inquiry into the Catholic faith
2. The Catechumenate: A period of teaching and formation in the Catholic faith
3. The Period of Purification and Enlightenment: A time for purification and enlightenment
4. Mystagogy and the Neophyte Year: A period during the first year after reception of Confirmation during which the new member continues to learn more about the faith.