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Right of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

What is RCIA?

Are you interested in knowing more about the Catholic way of life? Follow your heart and join us on the journey of Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Just because you start RCIA, doesn't mean you are committed to finished. If you are merely curious about what Catholicism is, please feel free to come. All are welcome.

The journey involves learning about the teachings and traditions of the Church as well as sharing in its rituals which outwardly express the community’s blessing, joy and support. 

Who would benefit?
R.C.I.A. is offered for anyone who feels called to the Catholic faith:

• Those who have never been baptized as Christians

• Those who have been baptized in another Christian faith who are now interested in the Catholic tradition.

• Those who have been baptized in the Catholic tradition but have not received the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation (fully initiated into the Catholic faith).

  How To Get Started
  Our program, Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), to assist the faith journey of persons wishing to become Catholic Christians is now interviewing participants. If you would like to enter the RCIA process, please Susan Hack, Pastoral Associate at hacks@stusanna.org or 513-398-3821 ext 3169.
  
  Maybe you are already Catholic but know someone who may be open to an invitation at this time. We encourage you to speak to that person with a gentle and joyful inquiry. As Pope Francis reminded, “We do not proselytize.” We offer the message of the Gospel. We invite.

  The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the solemn and sacred process by which adults seeking answers in their spiritual lives are brought in to full harmony with our parish community and the wider Catholic Church. Candidates participate in educational, spiritual, and social activities, meeting regularly, and discussing various aspects of their faith journey and of Church doctrine, liturgy, and practices. The journey culminates in the Sacred Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist) at the Easter Vigil Mass on Holy Saturday.

• Have you been worshiping with us, but never officially took the step to become Catholic?

• Have you been away from the church…and have now returned, but want to know more?

• If any of the above questions apply to you, we would love to help you in your journey! Or, if you know of anyone who could answer YES to any of the above questions, perhaps you might consider extending an invitation to them! Also, please consider sharing the leaflet on RCIA with anyone you think may have questions. Look for more information in the bulletin each week.

• Have you been Catholic all your life, but never celebrated all of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist)?

• Have you joined us from a different background and would now like to find out more about the Catholic Church?

• Have you thought God is leading you in this direction and want to find out?

• Are you the friend, spouse, relative, or dialogue partner of a faith inquirer?

If any of the above questions apply to you, we would love to help you in your journey! Or, if you know of anyone who could answer YES to any of the above questions, perhaps you might consider extending an invitation to them! Look for more information in the bulletin each week.

RCIA Sponsors:
The Good News is abounding at St. Susanna!  We already have nine people on the road to baptism (Catechumens) at our Easter Vigil 2019.  We have candidates, those already baptized seeking full communion, in addition to Catechumens as well!  We need parish sponsors that can take the time to be a friend in Jesus for these beautiful people desiring the Catholic faith.  Could you give some time to them this year?  Sponsors will be matched with a good fit person for them.  As we are commissioned at the end of mass:  Go and make disciples!