Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A) and Children (R.C.I.C)

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Process (R.C.I.A.) is the normal way in which adults become full, active, participating members of the Catholic Church.

This is not just a "convert class" with a new name. Special rites are celebrated during the Sunday liturgies at various times throughout the year. The R.C.I.A. involves the whole parish - in prayer as the rites are celebrated, in hospitality as new members are welcomed, and in specific ministries like sponsor, team member or dismissal leader.

The goal of the process is full communion which means "full, conscious, and active participation" in the Eucharist and in the whole life of the Catholic faith community. The process usually begins the first Monday after Labor Day (weekly sessions) with the initiation process completed at the Easter Vigil. The process is available year round with monthly sessions.