What is the OCIA Process?
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is a process of conversion leading to the initiation into the Catholic Christian community. This process provides individuals the opportunity to encounter God and respond to His invitation to a new way of life in the Catholic faith. Grounded in a respect for the personal faith journey of each individual, the RCIA process provides an extended period of prayer, study, and fellowship in which each individual has the opportunity to grow in relationship with God and the parish community.
Conversion is not merely the acceptance of a particular creed, rather it is a change of heart . Some believe that when a person comes to Christ it is "business or life as usual". They feel that as a Christian, they can continue to live however they want. Conversion requires personal discernment engaging the whole person from both an academic and spiritual perspective. This personal discernment leads to both a new outlook on everything and a new relationship with Christ and others. Conversion is a change of mind stemming from a change of heart leading to a change in life .
Who is the OCIA Process for?
- Catechumens: Persons who have never been baptized and wish to receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist (Holy Communion) in the Catholic Church.
- Candidates: Persons who were baptized in another Christian denomination and wish to be received into full communion with the Catholic Church by receiving the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist.
- Candidates: Baptized Catholics who have not completed their initiation; by receiving the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist.
How does the OCIA Process work?
Simply, join us.
The next series of classes will begin on Monday, October 12th at 6:30pm in St. Mary’s Hall.
Classes will be held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month. Please note it is never too late to join.
Please complete the inquiry form below and send an email to stmaryschurch60@gmail.com to register for this year's OCIA program.
What Are the Next Steps?
Please contact Fr. Piotr or Fr. Joel.
