RCIA Catechumens immediataly following the Rite of Election for 2022 from Santa Clara Church, Oxnard with Bishop Robert Barron, SBPR 

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a parish program to assist single or married unbaptized adults (18+) who wish to become baptized and confirmed Roman Catholic members of our parish.   Here at Santa Clara, those adults preparing for First Holy Communion and Confirmation (Candidates) attend classes and formation events with our Cathechumens (those to receive all three Sacraments of Initiation).  
 

The RCIA process has five steps:

Pre-Catechumenate / Inquiry

This is a time for those interested in the Catholic Church have an opportunity for inquiry and introduction to gospel values. This is also a time for the community to listen and answer questions.

The Catechumenate

During this time, catechumens (adults starting the RCIA process) are instructed in the faith, participate in community activities, join with the community in prayer and worship, and work actively with the community in the apostolic life of the Church.

Period before Initiation

This is the period of time, usually during Lent, that is a time of immediate preparation for the sacraments of initiation at the Easter Vigil.

Celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation

This liturgical rite is usually part of the Easter Vigil. The elect are baptized and confirmed then they are invited to share Eucharist for the first time.

Mystagogy

A period of continued learning and pastoral care immediately following the Reception of the Sacraments of Initiation. The purpose of the mystagogy is to enable the newly baptized to draw from their sacramental experience a new sense of the faith, the Church, and the world.

TO INQUIRE ABOUT RCIA FOR 2022-2023, PLEASE CONTACT:

For English Classes, please contact Fr Patrick Ayala at ([email protected])
Para espanol, por favor habla con Gaby Luquin ([email protected])

RCIA SCHEDULE 2022-2023 (ENGLISH)
(ESPANOL)