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The Catechumenate Process

What is it all about?

Christian Initiation is a Journey of Faith for all adults who wish to become members of the Roman Catholic Church. It involves the formation of the total person into a believing, living, praying and serving member of the church community.

The four-step process includes:

  1. Evangelization/Inquiry: A chance for people to ask questions about Catholic beliefs.
  2. Catechumenate: An opportunity for participants to learn about and mature into the Catholic Faith while being guided by a Catholic sponsor.
  3. Enlightenment: A time for deep spiritual reflection during the Lenten Season. It culminates with the administration of the three Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil.
  4. Mystagogia: An ongoing process for spiritual growth while entering fully into the community of Catholic believers. Neophytes are encouraged to continue their journey in the Catechumenate for at least one year.

Christian Initiation is a year-round process which may be entered into at any time. If you know someone who is curious about our Church or who is trying to decide whether to become a Catholic or, if you are interested yourself in becoming a Catholic Christian, please contact me. Everyone is called: Everyone is welcome!

All In The Family

In order to provide opportunities for ongoing Lifelong Faith Formation, the parish comes together quarterly for an event designed for intergenerational catechesis.

Elders, parents and their children, young adults and teens come together for an afternoon of learning, sharing and praying. A meal is shared and crafts, music or skits reinforce the theme. Topics are based on the Liturgical year, Sacraments, Scripture, Prayer, or the Commandments.

We believe that we are indeed "All in the Family" of God. Therefore, we turn to our Faith Family for instruction and support in our role as family members and learners.

In giving attention to the individual, it should not be overlooked that the recipient of catechesis is the whole Christian community and every person in it. (Aritcle168)

The General Directory for Catechesis

Adult Sessions for Bible Study,
Apologetics and Faith Matters

Weekly daytime and evening sessions are held in the Family Enrichment Center with topics ranging from Scripture Study, Church documents, Church History, The Catechism of the Catholic Church and more…

Participants gather in a relaxed atmosphere to study and discuss the issues presented. Friendship develop and the Body of Christ is enriched.

Missions

Each year the parishioners are given the opportunity to renew and grow in their faith by attending a weeklong Parish Mission. These missions are given by priests from various orders. Daily Mass and Confessions are a vital part of the process. Topics appropriate to the entire family are presented.

Prayer Group

Once a month the Charismatic Prayer Group joyfully gives praise to God in prayer and song. A Life in The Spirit Seminar is offered every other year. Come and pray with fellow believers and grow in your commitment to Christ and His Church.

Small Faith Communities

Don’t want to go far from home? Join or create a Small Faith Community. These are small groups of 8-12 members who get together to study bible or religious material, and pray together in the comfort of their own homes. Friendly, cozy and close to home.

Retreats/Prayer Services

Specialized retreats are available to all members of the parish. Men’s, Women’s, Youth Retreats are conducted throughout the year.