Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

The RCIA is the sacramental formation process that initiates individuals into the Christian way of life, specifically in the Roman Catholic tradition. Conversion is at the heart of this way of life. The RCIA facilitates the conversion experience in the midst of the community and creates a ‘space’ for adults to share faith together.

At St. William, our process starts with informal monthly inquiry meetings, then formal RCIA sessions in the fall.

Period of Evangelization and Precatechumenate

Rite of Acceptance

Period of the Catechumenate

Rite of Election or Enrollment of Names

Period of Purification and Enlightenment

Celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation

Period of Mystagogy or Postbaptismal Catechesis

The RCIA provides ministry opportunities for team members and sponsors. The role of the sponsor is one of spiritual friend, support and care. You represent the parish community in a special way. You also provide a one-to-one support for the person during this period of growth and development.

For more information, contact the office at 255-4473.