Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)
Have you ever wondered what the Catholic Church is all about? Are you or someone you know interested in joining the Catholic Church? In the OCIA, adults who have not been baptized, those adults who have been baptized in other Christian faith communities, and other Catholic adults who have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation are invited to enter into full initiation into the Catholic Church.
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The process is flexible and depends on the individual’s faith journey. You will be provided an opportunity to learn how Catholics express their faith and their relationship with Jesus through liturgical life, the sacraments, and parish life. By the power of the Holy Spirit and through prayer, each participant will be able to discover the meaning of discipleship in the Catholic Church and then ultimately make the decision on whether to join the Catholic Church more formally.
Christian Initiation offers separate programs designed for adults and children wishing to enter the Catholic faith.
Contact Marvin Kocher | (217) 306-6414