Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
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rcia - Rite of christian initiation of adults
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE CATHOLIC FAITH?
Classes will start in September and continue through Pentecost, each Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Perhaps you are not Catholic, but have been joining us for Sunday Mass and would like to know more about what we believe.
Perhaps you are now engaged or married to a Catholic and are looking for ways to unify your family.
The RCIA process may be for you!
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process through which non-Catholics are initiated into the Catholic faith. During this time you will receive an overview of the Catholic faith and have the opportunity to build a faith community.
For more information, call or text Bob Moore at 210-284-8079.The following people are invited to attend these classes:
- Persons who are not Catholic and would like to know more about the Catholic Church.
- Persons who want to join the Catholic Church.
- A baptized Catholic who has not finished their Sacraments of Initiation (First Communion and/or Confirmation.)
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Different Categories
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Catechumen (Needs Baptism)
If you are wanting to join the Catholic Church but have never been baptized, please provide or fill out the following forms (see buttons below):
* Fill out the RCIA Registration form
* A copy of your BIRTH Certificate (scan/attach to [email protected] and [email protected])
* Sponsor Letter of Good Standing
* You must choose a Saint Name for Confirmation
* Previous Marriage Information (only if you have been married more than once)
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Candidate (Baptized in a protestant church)
If you are wanting to join the Catholic Church but have been baptized in a different church denomination, please provide or fill out the following forms (see buttons below):
* Fill out the RCIA Registration form
* Proof of Baptism
* Sponsor Letter of Good Standing
* You must choose a Saint Name for Confirmation
* Previous Marriage Information (only if you have been married more than once)
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Baptized in the Catholic Church but needs to finish Sacraments
If you were baptized Catholic and are wanting to complete your sacraments, please provide or fill out the following forms (see buttons below):
* Fill out the RCIA Registration form
* Proof of Baptism
* Sponsor Letter of Good Standing
* You must choose a Saint Name for Confirmation
* Previous Marriage Information (in case you need an annulment or con-validation)
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RCIA Sponsor Requirements
Sponsors must be in good standing in the eyes of the Church, which includes:
* Having received the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, First Holy Communion, & Confirmation)
* Be a practicing Catholic (attending Sunday Mass and Holy Days, frequent reception of the Sacraments, continuing to study the Faith)
* Should be in communion with the Pope and Holy Mother Church
* If married, he/she must have been married in the Catholic Church
* We ask sponsors to attend a training to be better prepared for meeting the needs of the person they are serving.
* He/She will need a letter of “Good Standing” from his/her Pastor. (form here on our site)
* They must be at least 16 years old and not a parent/spouse of the RCIA Catechumen or Candidate.
* They are asked to be present at each of the liturgical ceremonies. (Rite of Acceptance, Rite of Sending/Welcoming, the three Scrutinies, RCIA Day Retreat, and the Easter Vigil practice and Mass.)
* We encourage them to come to RCIA classes to walk with the person they are sponsoring, but it is not required. We do ask them to attend the classes after the Easter Vigil (Mystagogy) that run through Pentecost, if possible.
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RCIA Sponsor Responsibilities
We recommend the Sponsor does the following:
* Build a relationship where trust can grow so that the cadidate can ask questions and voice concerns as they learn more about the Catholic faith.
* Commit to daily prayer for the person they are sponsoring.
* Be there to answer and research questions that might come up.
* Have conversations with their candidate at least twice a month (if not weekly) to discuss what is being learned and how their journey is progressing.
* Assist the RCIA director and pastor with discernment on the readiness of the participant.
* Attend Mass with them when you can and work to draw the participant into the life of the parish.
* Model holiness, sacramental living, and prayer.
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