R.C.I.A.

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process through which parishes welcome new members into the Catholic Church through a process of education and faith sharing.

We have had a robust RCIA program here at Saint Rose of Lima parish for many years. We have had many candidates (catechumens) successfully complete the RCIA program and enhance their faith journey.

This program includes a curriculum that includes prayer, study, and discussions whereby catechumens are gradually introduced to the Roman Catholic faith and way of life. We augment the curriculum with guest speakers and videos on various aspects of the faith.

The program is intended for:

1. Persons baptized into another Christian church and now seeking full communion with the Catholic Church are welcomed to participate in the process of learning about and being formed in the Catholic faith. They bring to the process of preparation their prior experience of Christian life and prayer.

2. Those persons who were baptized as infants and not given any religious instruction in the Catholic faith.

3. Those that have been away from the practice of their faith for a period of time or if their children are preparing for the Sacraments and they are uncertain how to grow with them in faith.

For a baptized Christian, reception into full communion with the Church involves reception of the sacraments of Penance and Reconciliation, and a Profession of Faith followed by the celebration of Confirmation and the Eucharist. The RCIA program culminates in these at the Easter Vigil mass in April.

The program starts in the Fall, and meets weekly after the 10:00 mass in the Community Life Center.

Do you know a spouse, adult child, friend, neighbor or co-worker who would like a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith and closer relationship with God?

If you or anyone else is interested in knowing more about the program, please contact Ernie Rivard at the Parish Office.