How To Become Catholic

Through the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) process non-baptized persons, persons baptized in another Christian denomination, and Catholics who have been baptized but never catechized, have the oppotunity of becoming fully initiated Catholics. This journey to become Catholic is for both Adults and Children and is outlined in greater detail below. To register please fill out the follow form:
RCIA Adult Information Form ( Download )
RCIA Children Information Form ( Download )
STAGE 1: Just Looking In the inquiry stage, you're just exploring: Jesus, and the Catholic |
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STAGE 2: Learning about the Faith In the catechumenate, as your faith begins to develop, you need |
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The final stage before celebrating the Easter sacraments of |
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STAGE 4: Reflecting on mysteries This stage called Mystagogy ("interpretation of mystery") is the |
As Pope Francis says "God is not afraid of new things!
That is why he is continually surprising us, opening our hearts,
and guiding us in unexpected ways."
Everyone's journey is different. While preparation sessions generally take place on Sunday mornings, we are more than happy to work with your schedule to accommodate your needs to the best of our ability (current schedule is available via the St. Mary Calendar).
For more information on sponsoring a candidate or choosing a sponsor go here.
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Welcome to the Way of the Cross. A Prayer for Hope and Healing Amidst a Global Pandemic presented by those involved in the 2020 RCIA of St. Mary, Our Lady of the Snows. Please pray along with us as you watch and reflect on these stations. May God continue to keep us in His loving arms.
Need more information?
Please contact: Deacon Tim Pilon, Director of Adult Formation / RCIA 248-685-2702, deacontimpilon@yahoo.com