RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
How Do I Become a Catholic?
As a baptized Catholic how do I receive Confirmation and
First Eucharist (Communion)? If you are thinking that you may want
to join the Catholic Church or you were baptized Catholic but have
not received the sacraments of Confirmation and First Eucharist, you
are invited to attend the Inquiry phase of the Rite of Christian
Initiation for Adults (RCIA). We meet at St. Tom's each Tuesday
evening from 7 - 9 pm. For more information, call Marian Nelson, 269
381 8917 ext 273 or email her at
marian@sttomskazoo.org
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, accompanies people into the Catholic Church through a process of spiritual formation, which includes catechesis, faith sharing, shared prayer, and mission activity. The process is marked by several liturgical celebrations with the parish community. The goal of this faith journey is to bring about a conversion in the life of the person and the community. The steps include a period of inquiry, a time of Christian formation, Lenten spiritual preparation for the Easter sacraments, and a time of continued support and follow-up after Easter. Each individual is supported by a sponsor who belongs to the parish.
The Rite of Sending February 2010
