RCIA

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (often abbreviated RCIA) is the process through which interested adults and older children are gradually introduced to the Roman Catholic faith and way of life. RCIA is a communal process and involves a number of stages throughout the year and at the Easter Vigil they will become full members of the Roman Catholic Church. The Church prefers to call this a process and not a program, as each participant is on their own journey in exploring the Catholic faith. As each individual’s journey moves along there is no obligation, they are intended to help a person decide whether they want to continue learning about the Faith.

In the beginning participants are known as Inquirers. Once a participant is past the Inquiry stage and chooses to go further, they become candidates.

Classes are held at our Catholic Education Center (home of Holy Cross School) in Webster from 7:00pm to 8:30pm on Thursday evenings starting in the Fall.

For more information

Please visit:

LNMV Religious Education website

Contact:

Mary Rose Rynda
Director of Religious Education & Sacramental Preparation
952-652-6100 ext. 507
lnmvre@holycrossschool.net