Are you—or someone you know—interested in learning more about the Catholic faith? Considering becoming Catholic? Seeking to complete your Sacraments of Initiation?

Our Exploring Catholicism / OCIA program is designed for:

• Adults new to the Catholic faith
• Baptized Christians seeking full communion with the Church
• Baptized Catholics who have not yet received Confirmation or Eucharist
• Anyone who simply desires to learn more

OCIA is a journey of discovery, prayer, catechesis, and community—guided by the teachings of the Church and supported by parish sponsors.

If you feel called to serve as a sponsor in OCIA, we are always looking for compassionate, faithful parishioners willing to accompany adults on their path to the sacraments.

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is a process for adults who want to join the Catholic Church. It's a journey of faith that includes prayer, study, and community participation.

• Participants, known as catechumens, study the Gospels and Catholic teachings
• They profess their faith in Jesus and the Catholic Church
  
• They receive the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and Eucharist
  
• They develop a life of prayer and action
  
• They meet with the local Christian community
  

• The OCIA process is based on an ancient practice of the church
• The Second Vatican Council restored it in the 1960s
• It was formally approved for use in the United States in 1974
  

• Non-baptized adults can participate in the OCIA
• Most Christians will not be re-baptized because the Catholic Church recognizes the baptism of most Christian denominations
  

Our OCIA group meets on Sunday morning following the 8:30 AM Mass in the Conference Room in the Parish Hall, behind St. Joseph Church.