Christian Initiation of Adults (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation)

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the normal way in which adults become active, participating members of the Catholic Church.  A very important part of preparation for this active participation is developing the desire and ability to reach out to others, inviting them to "come and see" (John 1:39) where the Lord is to be found, which is in the community of his disciples.  This program is also designed for adults who may have grown-up Catholic, but never received all three Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation). 

There are four main stages of Christian initiation: ​Inquiry, Catechumenate, ​Period of Enlightenment, and Mystagogia. For more information on these stages, click here. At St. Perpetua these stages are undertaken with a cohort of other adults on the same faith journey. Typically this process begins in the Fall and culminates at the Easter Vigil.

For more information, contact Martha Manzone our OCIA/RCIA Director at [email protected]. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please complete the enrollment form.