St. Faustina sets new RCIA session
From staff reports
St. Faustina Kowalska Parish will begin its fall RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) sessions on Sunday, Sept. 25 at the church, 5252 S. Austin.
RCIA is the Catholic Church’s way of initiating new members. It is a learning and loving process in which conversion of heart brings one to Jesus Christ, church officials said.
RCIA is an opportunity for:
- An adult who has never been baptized.
- An adult who was baptized in another denomination or faith tradition.
- An adult who is baptized Catholic but would like to complete the Sacraments of Initiation (receive the Eucharist/celebrate their First Holy Communion, Celebrate Confirmation).
The session on Sept. 25 will begin with a period of inquiry and questioning. Attendees will not be required to make a formal commitment. “In a supportive group setting, we will learn about the teachings of the Catholic Faith, share stories and journey together toward greater intimacy with our God through the reception of the Sacraments,” organizers said.
For more information, contact the parish office at (773) 767-2411 or Monica, the RCIA Coordinator at (773) 814-6116 or via email at stfaustinarcia@gmail.com.
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