OCIA (Order for Christian Initiation of Adults), is a journey of faith through the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation for individuals age 18 and older. This program provides ways to:

• Become a baptized Catholic
• Complete the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist
• Learn more about the Catholic religion

Reaffirm your faith and participate fully in the life of the Catholic Church.

What is OCIA?

OCIA is a unique program of initiation, formation and spiritual growth. The goals are:
►To prepare non-Catholic adults desiring to receive the Initiation Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation.
►To prepare previously baptized Catholics desiring to complete their initiation by receiving the Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation.
►To prepare validly baptized non-Catholics who may be interested in becoming Catholics.

Who can attend OCIA?

OCIA accommodates a mixed group of adults age 18 and older:
►Persons desiring to learn about and/or join the Catholic Church.
►Baptized Catholics desiring to complete their Sacraments (First Communion and Confirmation).
►Fully initiated Catholics desiring to learn more about or update their understanding of Catholicism.

What is the format?

►OCIA sessions are scripture-based discussions, facilitated by a laity and priest team in an informal atmosphere that encourages questions.
►These sessions are held weekly.
►Because OCIA is a journey toward life in the Christian (Catholic) faith, individuals are able to discern how their lives will be lived differently if they trust in Jesus and faith resides in their hearts.

OCIA sessions for the immediate preparation are held yearly. Topics cover a study of the Sacraments of Initiation with emphasis on Confirmation. Classes sessions begin in September for those candidates who wish to receive the sacraments of Baptism, First Holy Communion, and/or Confirmation by the following Easter. The Bishop comes to the parish to confer the Sacrament of Confirmation each spring. If you are interested, please complete a registration below on line.    

OCIA Preparation Sessions

Immediate preparation sessions for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) are held yearly. These sessions cover a study of the Sacraments of Initiation, with a special emphasis on Confirmation.

Classes begin this September for candidates who wish to receive the sacraments of Baptism, First Holy Communion, and/or Confirmation by the following Easter.   Each spring, the Bishop visits our parish to confer the Sacrament of Confirmation.

If you are interested in joining us, please complete the online registration form below..