Learn about Becoming Catholic
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Learn more about the Catholic churchHave questions about Catholicism? Do you desire baptism or to become a part of the Catholic Church?
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Helpful Info on Becoming Catholic
What's the Process to Become Catholic?
The Catholic Church generally offers to pathways to becoming Catholic:
1) The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is for those seeking baptism and who have never been baptized in another Christian church. This program that prepares an unbaptized person to enter the Catholic Church. The first stage is that of Inquirer. This is simply someone who would like to know more about the Catholic Church.
When the Inquirer is ready to move forward they will become either a Catechumen (if he or she has not received the Sacrament of Baptism) or a Candidate (if the person has already been baptized).
2) The Sacrament of Confirmation is for those who have already received baptism whether in the Catholic Church or otherwise, so long as it was a valid baptism.
When are the Classes? When do they Start?
OCIA classes will be on Thursdays at 5pm at the Catholic Student Center, starting September 5th.
Confirmation classes will be on Thursdays at 6:30pm at the Catholic Student Center, starting October TBDHow long is the process?
OCIA begins in thas three stages. The first stage is called the Inquiry Sessions. Next, there are Catechesis Classes. Sacramental Preparation is the final stage of OCIA.
Will I feel pressured to become Catholic?
Absolutely not! We are here to walk with you in your discernment and prayer, answer your questions, and talk with you. We are simply here to help!
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