Becoming CAtholic
Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process through which adults join the Catholic Church. The stages of this process are listed here:
- The Inquiry stage is for anyone who is interested in learning more about the Catholic faith. It is a period of questioning and learning; there is no commitment made at this stage by the inquirer other than an openness to new ideas and other points of view.
- The Catechumenate is for those who are committed to entering the Church. This stage is a period of being catechized, that is, a time of learning the Faith.
- Next is a more intense time: purification and preparation. During Lent, those committed to joining the Church pray and meditate in order to prepare for the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil.
- Initiation is when those who have gone through the RCIA process become members of the Church by being baptized, confirmed and receiving the Eucharist for the first time.
- After being welcomed into the Church at Easter, these new members enter into mystagogy, a time of reflection and more learning about what it means to be Catholic.
Post Storm Update
I am doing well and the buildings received no major damage. Sunday Masses will be celebrated at their regular times 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Please note that fallen trees and debris remain , parking near the Basilica will be limited. Activities in the parish hall are canceled for Sunday and Monday. The Parish does not have internet or phone service. We do have power.
Your safety is a priority.
If road conditions are unsafe or you feel it is best to stay home, please do so. I encourage everyone to use good judgment.
Please stay safe, and know that you are in our prayers.
—Very Rev. Raymond