Becoming Catholic / OCIA

 

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)

 

The Order of Initiation of Christian Adults (O.C.I.A.), is the official process where adults and older youth are gradually introduced to the Catholic faith and way of life through a journey of conversion, formation, and discipleship.

 

“The initiation of catechumens is a gradual process that takes place within the community of the faithful. By joining them in reflecting on the value of the paschal mystery and by renewing their own conversion, the faithful provide an example that will help the catechumens to obey the Holy Spirit more generously.”
— RCIA, Introduction, no. 4

 

OCIA is for:

  • Unbaptized adults or youth who wish to become Catholic through the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.
  • Baptized Christians from other traditions who seek full communion with the Catholic Church.
  • Baptized Catholics who have not yet received First Communion and/or Confirmation.
  • Anyone who desires to learn more about the Catholic faith, whether or not they are ready to begin the full initiation process.


The OCIA process includes:

  • Catechesis (faith instruction)
  • Liturgical rites that mark stages of conversion
  • Spiritual formation and prayer
  • Integration into the parish community


If you or someone you know is interested in becoming Catholic or completing their Sacraments of Initiation, we invite you to begin this journey of faith.

 

Please call the parish office for more information at 863-647-3400 or complete our Becoming Catholic Inquiry Form below.

 

Becoming Catholic Inquiry Form

Thank you for your interest in becoming Catholic! Please complete this inquiry form and you will contacted by our OCIA coordinator as soon as possible.

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