BECOMING CATHOLIC 

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process for adults who desire to join the Catholic faith and for those seeking more information on the Catholic Church.  OCIA can also be a method for Catholics to complete their reception of the initiation sacraments.  The manual used in the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults states that the rite is designed for adults “who after hearing the mystery of Christ proclaimed, consciously and freely seek the living God.” The manual also states when speaking about those in the process “By God’s help they will be strengthened spiritually during their preparation and at the proper time receive the sacraments fruitfully.”

Who is OCIA for? 

• Non-Catholics who want to find out more about the Catholic Faith
• Those who want to join the Catholic Church through Baptism, or Profession of Faith
• Those who were baptized Catholic as infants but never received religious education, Confirmation, or First Eucharist.

Order of Christian Initiation for Adults, is comprised of a series of stages of formation (each with a different focus) that are marked by ritual steps in transitioning a person from one stage to the next.

This journey begins in mid September or early October and culminates at the Easter Vigil (Holy Saturday).  If you would like more information, please call us at (941) 624-3799

"You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you." - Saint Augustine