This age old method by which people came into the church was renewed by the bishops after the Second Vatican Council. This is the process by which adults ordinarily become full-fledged Catholics. It is primarily a process , but one that is filled with rites, ceremonies and celebrations with pre-scribed words and focus. The RCIA focuses on Christian initiation of adults through the reception of the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation ordinarily celebrated in a single liturgy during the Easter Vigil. The RCIA program is modified to accommodate children from age seven on, who are not baptized or catechized.
Parents are an integral part of the process.
This is a six week series which will start in the fall of 2001. Your ideas, input and talents are always welcome. September - May Children are called forth before the first reading and return to parents as the Liturgy of the Eucharist begins. For young people in grades 5-12. Small faith groups that meet either year round or seasonally during Advent or Lent.