What is the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults?
The Rite of
Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a faith journey through Scripture
and Tradition, exploring the Catholic Church, both for those who have never been
baptized (Catechumens) and those who were baptized in a non-Catholic Church
(Candidates for Full Communion). RCIA is also the best way for adult Catholics
who have never been confirmed to prepare for that final Sacrament of
Initiation. We also welcome any baptized Catholic interested in learning more
about our Faith.
Each year in September, St. John Neumann Parish
begins a new class of RCIA, and we invite everyone to participate who would
like to join the Catholic Church or who is at least curious to understand the
teachings and customs of Catholic Christianity. For those who have never been
baptized, this process will culminate in Baptism at the Great Vigil of Easter
in the spring. Those who are already baptized will be received into full
communion with the Catholic Church by a profession of faith at the same Vigil.
Finally, the newly baptized adults and those who make their profession of faith
will all be confirmed and share in the Holy Eucharist for the first time at the
Easter Vigil.
For more information, contact Karen Polce @ kmpsjn@gmail.com or call 704.545.7580
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Sunday, Feb 28th The Commandments
March Dates
Sunday, March 7th The First Scrutiny and Presentation of the
Creed
Sunday March 14th The Role of the Papacy (Fr Pat)
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Scrutiny and Presentation of the Lord’s Prayer
Sunday, March 21st Lenten Evening of Reflection and
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Sunday, March 28th Palm Sunday Holy Week Events
April 1st Holy Thursday 7pm Mass
April 2nd Good Friday 3pm Service
April 3rd Easter Vigil
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God" (Matt 5:
8). Those who seek only God will be sure to find him. Our desire will be
rewarded.
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