BECOMING A CATHOLIC

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults  or  RCIA

Thank you for taking the time to visit our page to learn more about how to become a Catholic Christian. We are here to assist you in your journey of faith!
 
RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults, is an extended period of evangelization (developing a relationship with Jesus Christ), catechesis (instruction in the faith), and spiritual formation (deepening in faith) in the Roman Catholic Church. Although it is primarily the process by which people become full members in the Roman Catholic Church, RCIA welcomes serious inquirers at all levels of knowledge, faith, and intent--in other words, you do not need to feel like you're ready to become Catholic before you begin RCIA. Ultimately, the process culminates in the reception of one or more of the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist, and full membership in the Catholic Church.
 
The formal RCIA process begins in late September and ends after Easter. RCIA meets Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Bartholomew. If you are not sure your schedule will work with ours, please contact us to learn how we can work together to meet your needs.  We welcome your inquiry!

If you or someone you know would like to become part of RCIA at St. Bartholomew, please give us a call 908.322.5192 x126.