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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, please contact Fr Patrick Ayala at ([email protected])
Para espanol, por favor habla con Gaby Luquin ([email protected])
We are now accepting appplications for the coming year (2022-2023).
Please bring the following documents to the first meeting:
Any sacramental records: Baptism Certificates (from any denominaton), First Communion, etc.
Any other church documentation/letters you have received for other RCIA or sacramental classes at other parishes