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“The two disciples heard what he said and followed Jesus. Jesus turned and saw them following him and said to them, ‘What are you looking for?’ They said to him, ‘Rabbi’ (which translated means Teacher), ‘where are you staying?’ He said to them, ‘Come, and you will see.’”
John 1:37-39
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The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process the Church gives us for the formation of adults in the faith. Through RCIA you are able to share your faith journey with others, learn about the Catholic faith, and experience life in the Church community.
Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) is program that helps prepare adults for reception of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, and / or Confirmation).
This program is open to non-Catholics and to those Catholics who have not completed the reception of these sacraments.
We also welcome all who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith.
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We welcome you to join us and take the opportunity to come together in a small group to learn more about our Catholic faith.
Each session will focus on the teachings, traditions and experiences of the Church in order to prepare you to celebrate Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist during the Easter season.The program begins in August and finishes after Easter. Be sure to watch the bulletin for specific starting dates!
The program meets weekly and includes instruction, discussions and prayer.
We invite you to bring your questions and insights as we make this journey of faith together in a warm, accepting environment.For more information about classes, please contact the parish office at 770-382-4549.
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The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process the Church gives us for the formation of adults in the faith. Through RCIA you are able to share your faith journey with other, learn about the Catholic faith, and experience life in the Church community.
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RCIA is for people who:
- have never been baptized
- have been baptized in another Christian faith
- were baptized Catholic but did not complete their Sacraments of Initiation (Eucharist, Confirmation)
- have been inactive in their Catholic faith for a long period of time and wish to be reconnected
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The RCIA program begins in August and ends in Pentecost - approximately 9 months. While this may seem like a long time, please remember that this is a journey of faith that not only involves learning the material, but also preparing your heart for a new beginning. The decision to become Catholic is a major decision and should not be something rushed into.
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No. This is your journey and we are simply helping you along the way. You can walk away from the process at any time if you decide this is not for you.
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There are 4 Stages of the Journey:
- Inquiry. This is the time for questions and answers about the Catholic faith.
- The Catechumenate. Once you have decided to become Catholic, this is the time to learn the teachings and truths of the Catholic Church, while you deepen our relationship with God and the Church community.
- Purification & Enlightenment. This stage takes place during the Lenten season. During this time, you take time to pray and reflect about your life as a Christian and your decision to become Catholic.
- Reception & Mystagogy. Reception into the Catholic Church occurs during the Easter Vigil. The reception is followed by the mystagogy where you take time to reflect on the Mass and the Holy Eucharist.
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