BECOMING CATHOLIC

Have you been thinking about the Catholic Faith but have been waiting for someone to invite you to take the first step? Here is your invitation:

If you wish to celebrate the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation) in the Catholic Church, you are invited to participate in the OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults). This is the Catholic Church’s official process for those seeking to become Catholic. This formal process consists of a period of Inquiry, a Catechetical period during which one learns specifically about the Catholic Church, and a period of Spiritual Formation during Lent. The Celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation takes place at the Easter Vigil. And then, of course, the journey of discipleship continues throughout one’s lifetime.

Perhaps you are already baptized in another faith tradition but wish to enter full communion with the Catholic Church. You are also invited to join us in the OCIA journey, so that you can learn about the rich teachings and traditions of Catholicism prior to receiving the sacraments.

If you have been baptized Catholic but have not received the Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation, this process would deepen your understanding as an adult, and is highly recommended.

For further information about any of these journeys, contact MJ Antone at 904-222-0608 or email mjstpaulre@gmail.com.  We will begin August 21st. Prior registration a must.  Please call for an appointment.

If you have a child over the age of seven who has not been baptized, we have a special OCIA adapted for children to enable them to celebrate the sacraments of initiation at the Easter Vigil as well.  Contact Carol Burns at 904-249-2660 or cburns@stpaulsjaxbeach.org.