Becoming Catholic

 The Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist - are celebrated at the Easter Vigil. This is also the time we welcome other Christians into the Church through the Profession of Faith.

Have you been wondering what Catholics believe? Why we believe? How we pray, live, care for each other and the world? Beginning on Monday, September 11, we will host Inquiry Sessions at 7:30 p.m. to help you explore Catholicism. Please contact Pam at pam.neumann@stcatherine-austin.org to find out more about the process.
 

What is RCIA all about?

The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a journey - a journey one makes together with the Catholic community in search of God. The RCIA presents non-Catholics with an in-depth study of our faith with no obligation to be baptized. Some of the topics include The Mystery of God, Mary, the Communion of Saints, the Popes, Church Councils, Church History, the Bible, Sacraments and many more. There are days of prayer and retreat. And, of course, there are days of fun and fellowship.

• These sessions are open to all who are curious about Catholicism. There is no obligation to enter into the Church.
• Evening sessions meet regularly during the year to explore the meaning of our faith and to help individuals discern their call.
• The Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) is the process for anyone who wants to become a member of the Catholic faith community.
• These sessions are for persons who would like to be baptized, who have been previously baptized in another Christian faith or who were baptized Catholic but not raised in the faith.
• Steps in the Journey to Easter
• FAQ
• What is RCIA:  from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops