Explore Becoming Catholic

The RCIA is the process by which people become members of the Catholic Church. Also known as the Catechumenate, it is a journey of faith, a process of growth and conversion that takes place through the proclamation of the Gospel, teaching of Catholic doctrine, and a gradual introduction to the customs and practices of the Catholic life. This gradual development culminates in the celebration of the initiation sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist at Easter.

The Rite is designed for:

• Those seeking Baptism, that is, those not baptized previously in another Christian Denomination, and now wish to learn more about the Catholic faith and the possibility of becoming Catholic.

• Any non-Catholic baptized in a Christian denomination but would like to learn about the Roman Catholic faith.

• Any baptized Catholic, not raised in the faith, who has not received the Sacraments of the Holy Eucharist or Confirmation, but now seeks to become a practicing Catholic.

  Those Who Should Attend the Classes are the Catholics Who Desire to Complete their Initiation Sacraments:

• Any baptized, practicing Catholic (attends Mass and receives the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist regularly), but has not received the Sacrament of Confirmation.

• Anyone who seeks a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith

• Anyone who wishes to be a sponsor for a Catechumen (unbaptized) or a candidate.

Call Sr. Helen Therese at the Parish Office for an initial conversation at 734-676-1378 or e-mail [email protected].
 

Office of Adult Formation/RCIA
Sr. Helen Therese Bodziak, OSF. Director 734-676-1378 x 217
Email: [email protected]