The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process for adults inquiring and seeking initiation into the Catholic Church.  After hearing God’s word, these adults come forward to accept and understand the mission of Christ and the truths of the Catholic Church.  Weekly gatherings consist of prayer, catechesis (teaching), reflection, and sharing as we come to discover where God is calling each in RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation).The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults models the practice of the early Church in which unbaptized individuals, after a lengthy period of spiritual preparation, were received into the Church through Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. The process is open to all those not baptized, those baptized, those baptized in another Christian faith, and those baptized Catholic but who have never completed their initiation. The RCIA is not only a journey of faith for the person but for the entire community.  It is through renewal and conversion within the entire community that provides an example of Christian living for those inquiring into the faith.  Within the community, sponsors are called forth to support and accompany the candidate on their journey.  The prayerful support of the whole community is essential to the spiritual welfare of the inquirer.

To register at one of our parishes please complete the registration form, it can be found  HERE    

Thinking of returning to the church?

If you are a non-practicing Catholic and are thinking of returning to the church, the following website is a good resource: http://www.catholicscomehome.org

You will find information about:

• How to Come Home
• Catholic Questions
• Confession Help
• Why Catholicism
• Who is Jesus
• How To Share Faith

Find answers to your objections and questions about:

• The Eucharist and the Mass
• The Church and the Papacy
• Mary and the Saints
• The Priesthood
• Scripture and Tradition
• The Sacraments
• Salvation
• The End Times and Last Things
• Moral Issues
• Confession

Do You Want to Join the Roman Catholic Church?

The Communion of Parishes churches provide a preparation program called RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation) for people who wish to join the Catholic church.  If you are thinking of joining the church please contact the Main Office: Phone:  519-631-3640 

Please visit this link to register for our RCIA Program.