OCIA stands for Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. This is the name given to the process of becoming a Catholic by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in November 2021. The name change was made to reflect a more accurate translation of the Latin text, and to emphasize the ongoing development of people in the faith formation process.

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process through which adults are introduced to the Roman Catholic faith and way of life.  The OCIA process is a period of reflection, prayer, instruction and formation.  Are you interested in becoming Catholic?  Do you know someone who participates in our community and may need a personal invitation to officially join the Catholic Church?

OCIA is a pastoral process for initiating those who wish to become members of the Catholic Church.  This journey of preparation begins in September, and leads toward the reception of the Sacraments in the spring, during the Easter Season.

Who is OCIA For?
OCIA is for those who are not baptized.
OCIA is for those who are baptized in another Christian Tradition, but who now seek to be members in full communion with the Catholic Church.
OCIA is for those baptized in the Catholic Church as infants, but who never received the other Sacraments of Initiation (Eucharist and Confirmation).

How do I learn more about OCIA?
Contact the parish office at 269-699-5870