The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process established for the universal Church for individuals to become Catholic and receive the sacraments of initiation-Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist. This initiation process also involves a parish community experiencing a renewal in faith as it prepares and welcomes new members into the Church. The Rite speaks of conversion as “spiritual journey.” Centered on fostering a deep relationship with Jesus and the Church he founded, this journey takes place through distinct stages over a period of time suitable to bring about a thorough catechesis, significant experience of the parish community, and commitment to the liturgical and moral life of the Catholic faithful. The RCIA process is a restoration of the ancient catechumenate, arising within the first three centuries following the era of the apostles. It was the early Church’s way of Christianizing the pagan Roman Empire. The Second Vatican Council called for the restoration and use of this venerable and powerful method of initiation for the world wide Church.
Who is the RCIA for?
Presented by Mr. William Keimig, D.Min.( Candidate)
This one hour presentation gives you an overall picture of the RCIA process focusing on the liturgical, catechetical, and pastoral aspects of the process. This presentation also explores the five main reasons for failure within the process as discovered by the U.S. Bishops’ Survey on the RCIA.
What is the RCIA Supposed to Be?
Precatechumenate Catechesis and Apologetics
Liturgical Elements of the RCIA Catechumenate Period
Catechesis in the RCIA Catechumenate Period
RCIA Catechesis in the Period of Purification and Enlightenment
RCIA Catechesis in the Period of Post-Baptismal Catechesis or Mystagogy
On Not Using Lectionary-Based Catechesis as the Primary Method to Determine the Order of Teachings in the RCIA Process
Video used with permission of the Association of Catechumenal Ministries. Articles used with permission from the Association of Catechumenal Ministries: ( acmrcia.org)