How to Become Catholic

Director of Religious Education: Matthew Jodziewicz mjodziewicz@corpuschristicos.org or 719-633-1457 x215.

Why Catholic?

If you've been coming to Mass for a while, but are not Catholic, we invite you to look deeper into the Catholic faith. Come meet some faithful Catholics who love the Lord and would consider it a privilege to get to know you. Our parish will soon begin a set of sessions to share with others the truths of the Catholic faith and the fellowship of our church family. We invite you to learn what Catholics believe in an open and welcoming environment. These sessions also are opportunities for you to ask those perplexing and difficult questions you may have about the Church.

What is RCIA?

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process established for the universal Church for individuals to become Catholic and receive the sacraments of initiation - Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist. This initiation process also involves a parish community experiencing a renewal in faith as it prepares and welcomes new members into the Church. The Rite speaks of conversion as a "spiritual journey." Centered on fostering a deep relationship with Jesus and the Church he founded, this journey takes place through distinct stages over a period of time suitable to bring about a thorough catechesis, significant experience of the parish community, and commitment to the liturgical and moral life of the Catholic faithful. The RCIA process is a restoration of the ancient catechumenate, arising within the first three centuries following the era of the apostles.

It was the early Church's way of Christianizing the pagan Roman Empire. The Second Vatican Council called for the restoration and use of this venerable and powerful method of initiation for the worldwide Church.

If interested in RCIA, please complete attached form and turn in to Parish Office: Attention: Matthew Jodziewicz, Director of Religious Education.

Intake Form Official

Who is RCIA for?

Persons in need of Baptism.
Persons baptized in another Christian tradition who desire to become Catholic.
Persons baptized Catholic in need of First Communion and/ or Confirmation.

How long is the RCIA process?

the time varies, but is rarely shorter than six months or longer than three years. The Church greatly respects the time each person needs for conversion and decision. The RCIA text gives guides for discerning this on a case-by-case basis.

Please give us a call if you have questions or would like further information at 719-633-1457 x215 or mjodziewicz@corpuschristicos.org.