Order of Christian Initiation of Adults – OCIA (Formerly RCIA)
OCIA is a faith journey by which inquirers prepare to become Catholic or finish their initiation into the Catholic Church. The Sacraments of Initiation are Baptism, Confirmation, and First Holy Communion. OCIA is the process of discerning one’s readiness for this commitment.
The OCIA process is for:
- Those who have never been baptized (Includes children aged 7 years and older who have never been baptized)
- Those who have been baptized in another Christian faith and seek to join the Catholic Church
- Those who have been baptized Catholic but have not received the remaining Sacraments of Initiation (First Holy Communion and Confirmation)
The OCIA process entails:
- Deepening your knowledge and faith in Jesus Christ through Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and Prayer
- Attending Mass and learning about and participating in Catholic devotions and prayers
- Learning what the Catholic Church believes and teaches about God, the Church, and living as a Catholic
- Understanding the Creed and preparing to profess it
- Being a part of a parish community through praying together, attending parish events, and volunteering with fellow parishioners.
Classes typically begin in the fall and conclude with the Easter Vigil mass.
If you are interested in learning more about the process to come into Full Communion with the Catholic Church through our OCIA program, please call the office (352)-383-8556 or fill out the form below and someone will contact you.
OCIA Inquiry
This form is for people who are interested in OCIA