Becoming Catholic

Adults, who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith and/or possibly joining the Catholic Church, are invited to inquire through the RCIA process. RCIA stands for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. This process consists of spiritual formation, educational sessions, and preparation for celebrating the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. The usual length of preparation is from one to two years. The RCIA process begins with the Inquiry or seeking phase, continues with the Catechumenate or serious study phase, goes on with the Purification and Enlightenment phase (during Lent), the celebration of the sacraments at the Easter Vigil, and concludes with the Mystagogia phase, the leading into the lifelong journey in the Roman Catholic community.

The Inquiry phase begins in mid-August here at St. Maria Goretti. RCIA meetings are held on Monday evenings from 7-9PM each week. Mystagogia concludes in May. For more information contact the Director of Religious Education at (317) 867-3213, ext. 203.

Children, who are interested in joining the Catholic Church, are invited to inquire through the RCIC process. RCIC stands for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Children and is similar to RCIA. RCIC is intended for children age seven to eighth grade. These children have attained the age of reason and are of catechetical age. The children will receive all of the Sacraments of Initiation, Baptism (if needed), Confirmation, and Eucharist at the Easter Vigil.

RCIC meets at various times and days, depending on the individual families schedules. For more information contact the Director of Religious Education at (317) 867-3213, ext. 203.