Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults(RCIA) is the process by which adults are fully initiated into the Catholic faith community. It is intended for anyone over the age of eighteen who is unbaptized, a baptized Christian from another denomination or baptized Catholic but has not yet received the sacraments of Communion or Confirmation. The final rites and conferring of the sacraments are celebrated at the Easter Vigil.

Inquiry sessions are informal and open to anyone who has an interest in the Catholic faith. We have an RCIA team of certified Catechists who will present the basic tenets of the faith, but most of the sessions will be devoted to answering your questions about Catholicism and to help you know how God is calling you into full communion with the Catholic Church. Furthermore, The RCIA program is also for those who want to learn more about the Catholic faith.

The RCIA Rite speaks of conversion, a “spiritual journey,” that is centered on fostering a deep, personal encounter and ongoing relationship with Jesus Christ and the Church He founded.

This journey takes place through distinct stages over time and is a journey that will take as long as it takes. Sessions will be forming throughout the year and you will be given a schedule to follow through

Objectives

RCIA is a process that fully engages individuals in a theological, spiritual, moral and liturgical formation that leads to their on-going journey of discipleship:

• Experience a “conversion experience” with sincere intention to change their life and enter into a deeper relationship with God in Christ
• Understand the fundamentals of Catholic teaching and doctrines.
• Develop the beginnings of a spiritual life and the practice of calling upon God in prayer
• Experience the communal nature of faith through participation with the members of the parish

Rest assured, we will be praying for you as you walk in faith in your desire to know, love and serve God. For questions or inquiries, please reach out to the following people listed below:

Susie Atienza - Director of Religious Education 
Emma Belmonte
Miles Dionisio
Ray Atienza
Jaime Bustos - Spanish RCIA Coordinator
Ana Bustos - Spanish RCIA Coordinator
Email: rcia@divinemercyrahway.church

The last day for RCIA registration is August 15, 2024. English RCIA classes start on August 27, 2024. Spanish RCIA starts on September 1, 2024. You can use the form below to register and the button for pay for your books.

We are asking for a donation of $50 to help defray the cost of the books needed for the RCIA program. Please click on the link below for the payment.