What is the RCIA?

RCIA stands for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. It is the process by which adults, teens, and/or children prepare for full initiation into the Catholic Church through the sacraments of Baptism and/or Confirmation, and/or first Eucharist. This journey of deepening faith involves prayer, scripture study, education, integration into the community of the faithful, and participation in the liturgical and moral life of the Church.

Who is RCIA for?

The RCIA serves those who have not been baptized, or have been baptized in another Christian tradition, who desire to become Catholic. The RCIA is also for baptized Catholics who have not received the sacraments of Confirmation and/or first Eucharist. Finally, any Catholic who wishes to deepen his or her understanding of and commitment to the faith is invited to participate in the RCIA classes.

What is required of those seeking sacraments of initiation through the RCIA?

There are specific requirements for children, teens, and adults in the OLF RCIA.

Children (ages 8-11)
All children’s requirements include attendance by parent(s) or guardian(s).

• Participate in Family of Faith (Sundays, 10:15 - 11:45am)
• Attend 2 family Sacrament Preparation meetings
• Attend 6 scheduled Saturday Sacrament Workshops (9:00am - Noon)
• Parent(s) or guardian(s) must also attend adult education sessions (see Adults below)

Teens (ages 12-17)
All teens should attend age-appropriate Youth Group.

• Middle School Youth (Sundays, 3:00 - 4:30pm)
• High School Youth (Sundays, 6:30 - 8:00pm)
• Attend Adult/Teen RCIA Education Sessions (Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30pm)

Adults (18+)

• Attend Adult/Teen RCIA Education Sessions (Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30pm)
• Participate weekly in Breaking Open the Word, scripture study during one weekend Mass (schedule TBA)

How can I get more information?

Are you interested in RCIA? Might you know someone - family member, friend, co-worker, neighbor - who might be? Please contact Chris Sullivan, Director of Adult Formation and Christian Initiation at 303-233-1283, x345, csullivan@fatimalakewood.com.

	Meets Regularly Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
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	More Info Contact: Christine Sullivan, 303-233-1283 x345