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The Family of Faith at St. John the Baptist invites Catholics and non-Catholics to join the R.C.I.A. Process
to this year's inquirers, thus far, who attended the opening night meeting of RCIA. Please encourage others to attend: Christina ~ Ryan ~ Sally ~ Nicki ~ Elizabeth ~ Mark ~ Megan ~ Kevin Reagan ~ Jim ~ Sally ~ Mark
The R.C.I.A. Process at St. John the Baptist Coordinator: Joey Hebert joey.hebert@gapac.com Address: 2711 Church Street, Zachary, LA 70791 Telephone: 225-658-5599
For those interested in becoming Catholic or Catholics wanting to learn more about the Catholic Church - The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a Journey of Faith. Come join us on this journey. Dues and fees: None Participation: Participation is open to all wanting to learn more about the Catholic faith. Whether you want to become a Catholic or not, come and learn about the Catholic Church.
Volunteers: If you are interested in being a sponsor or helping with receptions, babysitting or presenting lessons, please call Joe Hebert at the number above.
The entire R.C.I.A. process lasts approximately nine months and continues from August through May of each year.
We will focus on Catholic answers such as: -Why is the Catholc Bible different from the Protestant Bible? -Is it really the body and blood of Jesus in the Eucharist?
If you have questions, contact the Parish Office or Joey Hebert, Coordinator, at the number listed above. For more reference information, visit the following link: www.catholic.com
Download this page as a flyer you can print from your computer. Click here.
R.C.I.A. consists of four main stages: 1. Period of Inquiry We become acquainted with the Roman Catholic Church, we wee in our own life how we connect to Church, we examine basic Catholic beliefs, and we decide if we want to become Catholic. 2. Period of Catechumenate This is the first stage of commitment that leads to full membership. We discuss Catholic prayer, Reconciliation, Mary and the Saints. 3. Period of Enlightenment and Purification This is the time during Lent when we deepen our spiritual commitment through works of charity, prayer and fasting. We will discuss Confirmation, the Mass and Baptism. This stage ends with Easter and the Rites of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. 4. Period of Mystagogy This stage lasts from Easter Sunday to Pentecost Sunday (about 50 days) and completes the initiation process. We will discuss social justice, works of mercy and being an active parishioner. R.C.I.A. Key Dates August 27, 2009 FIRST MEETING 7-8 PM in Classroom # 1. Overview of the course with question and answer session. November 28, 2009 Rite of Acceptance and Retreat: All day Retreat with Mass February 20, 2010 Retreat at Our Lady of the Assumption in Clinton (Morning) Rite of Sending Saturday (4 PM SJB Vigil Mass); Sunday (9 AM OLA Mass) February 21, 2010 Rite of Election at St. Joseph Cathedral April 3, 2010 Holy Saturday: Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist May 23, 2010 Final day of RCIA classes
Prayer for Evangelization Loving God, you called us each by name and gave your only Son to redeem us. In your faithfulness, you sent the Holy Spirit to complete the mission of Jesus among us. Open our hearts to Jesus. Give us the courage to speak his name to those who are close to us and the generosity to share His love with those who are far away. We Pray that every person throughout the world be invited to know and love Jesus as Savior and Redeemer. May that love transform every element of our society. We ask this through Christ Our Lord. Amen. Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us. Saint Paul the Apostle, pray us. ~Amen
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