RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)
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The formation of adults and the process for initiation into the Catholic Church is called the "Rite of Christian Iniation of Adults" or simply the RCIA. This program provides the groundwork for basic faith development. Together with others, you will gather for classes, prayer, Mass, and discussion with members of the Church who have been specially trained for this ministry. The program is centered around the liturgical calendar of the Church and it will help you enter into the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ which is central to our Faith. While each parish's programs may differ in function and format, they all follow the same process. The RCIA has several stages, each tailored to foster your relationship with Jesus and learn more about His Church.
Persons interested in becoming Catholic should connect with a parish near them for more information. The brochure below will also give you additional information about the process of becoming a full member of the Catholic Church. -
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Diocesan Neophyte Mass
Bishop Robert Brennan invites all those who were received into the Catholic Church this Easter to a special Mass on the Feast of Pentecost, June 9th, 2019. at 10:30am in
St. Joseph Cathedral, 212 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215. A reception will take place after the Mass in the Cathedral Undercroft.
Please RSVP by Friday, May 24th with the number of people attending by sending an email to mlemiesz@columbuscatholic.org or by calling the Office for Divine Worship at 614 221-4640.