OCIA/RCIA

- Want to learn more about the catholic faith?
  
  Do you have questions about the Catholic church? Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic faith? Have you ever thought to yourself, I would like to become Catholic?
  If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, then our OCIA/RCIA classes are for you! During these 50 minute classes, we cover the basics of Catholicism. Topics for discussion will range from the Sacraments to what the church believes about the Blessed Mother.
  Join us for classes on Sunday mornings after our 9am Mass in the Adult Education Room, located on the first floor of our Community Center, starting Sunday, October 20th at 10:00am.
  If you already know that you would like to join the Catholic church and receive Sacraments, please scroll to the bottom of this page and complete the form below.
  
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- Who Can join?
  
  In short, ALL ARE WELCOME. Whether you're a "cradle Catholic" looking to rediscover your faith, or a non-Christian who has never set foot in a Church; anyone is welcome in our OCIA/RCIA classes! These classes are held on Sunday mornings following the 9am Mass in the Adult Education Room, typically lasting from 10:05am - 10:55am.
  
  Usually, the classes are targeted toward those who desire baptism or seek to convert to Catholicism. However, there is no "requirement" to attend class.
- So how does it work?
  
  The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is a process that proceeds over weeks and months. It has several steps:
  
  Pre-Catechumenate
  
  This is the earliest phase in the process; it is also known as the Period of Inquiry. Catechumens and Candidates acknowledge that Christ is calling them into the Church through the movement of the Holy Spirit. This is a time for seeking and reflection.
  
  Rite of Initiation
  
  The first Rite in the RCIA process, the Rite of Initiation accepts new members into the worshipping community.
  
  Catechumenate
  
  The longest part of the process, the Catechumenate is a time of learning and formation in the traditions and doctrine of the Catholic Church. This is a time for sharing stories, reading scripture, and studying the Church customs, traditions and doctrine. Participants also participate in worship services and various Church rituals.
  
  Rite of Election
  
  Catechumens and Candidates are chosen to be received by the bishop and the community and to receive the Sacraments of Initiation at Easter.
  
  Sacraments of Initiation
  
  At the Easter Vigil (Holy Saturday), all newly elected members of the community who have been journeying through the RCIA process are welcomed formally into the community of believers through receiving the Sacraments of Initiation – Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation.
  
  Mystagogy
  
  This is a time of reflection and celebration after the formal reception into the Catholic Church. Mystagogia means “leading into the mystery” and it is a time to explore the deep mystery of our faith and go forth to help build the reign of God on Earth as new members of the faithful.
OCIA/rcia registration form
- The maximum number of form submissions has been reached. This form is currently not available.
  
  Please note that this form is not the form for high school Confirmation students. This form is for those who would like to sign up for OCIA/RCIA classes, which will start in October 2024. If you are a Catholic who has received all of your Sacraments (Baptism, First Communion & Confirmation) who would like to attend classes, you do not need to complete the registration form.
  
  Contact Info
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Middle Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
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  Email REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter an email address.
  
  Phone Number REQUIRED Maximum 20 characters Please fill out this field. Please enter a phone number.
  
  Sacramental Information
  
  Have you been Baptized? REQUIRED Yes No Please fill out this field.
  
  If you've been Baptized, list what year and where. Please enter valid data.
  
  Current Religion REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  If you were baptized in the Catholic Church, check any other sacraments you have received. First Communion Confirmation Marriage in the Catholic Church
  
  Are you currently going to Mass on a weekly basis? REQUIRED Yes No Please fill out this field.
  
  Are you a registered parishioner at Corpus Christi? REQUIRED Yes No Please fill out this field.
  
  If you are regularly attending Mass at a parish other than Corpus Christi, please list the parish below. Please enter valid data.
  
  Marital Status
  
  Current Marital Status REQUIRED Single, Never Married Divorced Unmarried, Cohabitating Married in the Catholic Church Married civilly or in another faith Married, Separated from my spouse Engaged to be married in the Catholic Church Widow Please fill out this field.
  
  I was previously divorced. Yes No
  
  My spouse was previously divorced. Yes No
  
  Engaged couples are encouraged to attend classes together. If you are engaged to be married in the Catholic Church, please complete the next section.
  
  Fiance's (First, Middle and Last) Name Please enter valid data.
  
  Wedding Date Please enter a date.
  
  Church Please enter valid data.
  
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- Have questions?
  
  If you have questions about RCIA, please fill out the registration form above, or contact:
  
  Fr. Pat Arensberg, Pastor
  Email: [email protected]
  Phone: 251-342-1852
  
  Elizabeth Gelineau, RCIA Coordinator
  [email protected]
  Phone: 251-342-1852

OCIA/RCIA

Pre-Catechumenate

Rite of Initiation

Catechumenate

Rite of Election

Sacraments of Initiation

Mystagogy