What is the RCIA?

RCIA stands for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. It is the process by which adults, teens and 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/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 RCIA program at Our Lady of Fatima Parish.

Children (ages 8-11)
All children’s requirements include attendance by parent(s) or guardian(s). In addition, parent(s) or guardian(s) must attend Adult RCIA Education Sessions (see Adults below).

• Participate in A Family of Faith (Sundays, 10:15-11:45am)
• Attend family Sacrament Preparation meetings
• Attend scheduled Sacrament Workshops

Teens (ages 12-17)

• Attend Teen RCIA Education Sessions (Sundays, 10:00-11:30am)
• Attend age-appropriate Youth Group
  • Middle School Youth (Sundays, 3:00-4:30pm)
  • High School Youth (Sundays, 6:30-8:00pm)

Adults (18+)

• Attend Adult RCIA Education Sessions (Sundays, 10:00-11:30am)
• Participate weekly in Breaking Open the Word scripture study during Mass (Sundays, 9:00-10:00am)

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 Cameron Henderson at 303-233-1283 x345 or chenderson@fatimalakewood.com.

	Meets Regularly Sundays, 10:00-11:30am Fireside Room
	RCIA Online Contact Form We invite you to contact us online if you are interested in RCIA. We are here to answer any questions you have about becoming Catholic.
	More Info Contact: Cameron Henderson, 303-233-1283 x345 chenderson@fatimalakewood.com