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BILL MOYER[email protected]254-722-8523 |
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process where non-catholic adults learn about the teachings of the Catholic Church. Practicing Catholics become companions to non-catholics as they journey toward the Easter sacraments.
The RCIA process has its roots in the early Christian Church. Its purpose is to aid adults in discerning and learning about Christianity through the Catholic faith, and if desired, to become members of the Roman Catholic Church.
To be a part of a ministry that helps individuals explore and understand the Catholic faith that may lead to their choosing to enter the fullness of the Catholic Church through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and the Holy Eucharist. This ministry needs faithful Catholics who would like to serve as Team Members, Sponsors, or Catechists.
Team Member - Be a part of the group of men and women who, simply put, make the RCIA program happen.
Sponsor - Accompany the candidate seeking admission to the Church and stand as a witness to their moral character, faith, and intention by:
Catechist - Teach a class on a Catholic topic in conformity with Church doctrine. Basic source material will be provided; however, the catechist will prepare the lesson that is presented.
Sponsor training takes place after the program begins with follow up training done on a quarterly basis.
RCIA meets each Wednesday from 6:30pm until 8:15 pm in Jordan Hall from the start of the school year until 4 weeks after Easter. In addition there are two retreats and three liturgical rites, including the sacraments of initiation celebrated at the Easter Vigil.
Various activities, especially those stressing Catholic stewardship values, involving participation with other ministries.