OCIA – Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (formerly RCIA) is the ancient process whereby adults come to enter the Catholic Church. It is a spiritual journey involving prayer, study and fellowship.
Interested in becoming catholic? Want to explore our Faith? Know someone who is interested in the Faith? If you are thinking about becoming Catholic, or know someone who is, or just have some questions about the Catholic Faith, you/they are invited to The O.C.I.A.
The O.C.I.A. includes prayer, study, dialogue, instruction and fellowship for those 18 and over who desire to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church. It is also for those adult Catholics who wish to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. The goal of OCIA is to learn more about the Catholic faith, to deepen one’s love for God, and to walk more closely as a disciple of Jesus.
Are you a Catholic who wants to get married in the Church, be a sponsor or be a godparent, but haven’t been confirmed?
Are you a Catholic who has never been confirmed?
Are you an adult Catholic who has only been baptized and would like to become a full member of the Catholic Church?
Are you an adult who is un-baptized or belongs to another Christian Church and are thinking about becoming Catholic or have questions about the Catholic Church?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then O.I.C.A. is for you.
For any questions about Adult sacramental prep or the OCIA program, please call Fr. Trevor at 303.422.9173 or email him at FrTrevor@spiritofchrist.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is OCIA?
- OCIA is a spiritual journey which lasts eight months
- A jouney of the mind – learning more about the Catholic faith
- A journey of the heart – growing in love for God
- A journey of the will – deeper conversion to the Christian way of life
- A journey of friendship – meeting new friends on the same journey
Who can take OCIA?
- Adults 18 and over
- Anyone interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about Catholicism
- Baptized Catholics who need to complete sacraments
- Non-Catholics wanting to join the Catholic Church
- Non-Catholics interested in learning more about the Catholic faith
- Catholics who need to prepare for a sacrament (such as Confirmation or Matrimony)
- Catholics who want to grow deeper in their faith
When are the classes?
Contact us for information on class times.
What is involved?
- Class involves presentations by the team, small group discussions and fellowship
- Homework includes personal prayer time, reading and video assignments
- Books we will use:
- The Holy Bible – New American Bible
- The Catechism of the Catholic Church
What does it cost?
There is a $35 program fee to attend OCIA. For any concerns or questions, please contact Fr. Trevor.
How do I sign up?
- Register online through the above button, “Register for OCIA!”
- Register in person at the parish office.
