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Fr. Zachary CecilPastor -
Mrs. Grace Yuelliggyuelligwscatholic.orgDirector of Evangelization
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Westside Catholic OCIA Catechumenate Program
RCIA is now OCIA
We are excited to announce that what was formerly known as RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is now called OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults), as directed by the USCCB. This change in terminology better reflects the sacred and structured journey of initiation into the Catholic Church, similar to other sacramental "orders" in the Church. While the name has changed, the purpose and content of the program remain the same, offering a pathway for adults to grow in faith and become full members of our Church community. This update aligns with the Church's ongoing efforts to deepen our understanding of the initiation process.
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) is the process that brings the unbaptized and those baptized in another Christian denomination into membership with the Catholic Church. O.C.I.A. provides formation in the faith through prayer, attending Mass, sharing our faith journeys, and instruction in the Faith. This journey is punctuated with liturgical Rites throughout the process.
Together with our Westside Catholic Family of Parishes we have established a collaborative approach to Christian Initiation.
We welcome you to be a part of the process of O.C.I.A. with instruction beginning on Wednesday evenings in the Fall and completion at the Easter Vigil in the Spring. Parish members serve as sponsors and catechists for those seeking to enter the Church. If you are interested in becoming Catholic or serving as a sponsor for a Catecumen, please get in touch with Grace Yuellig.
For more information on the Westside Catholic Family of Parishes O.C.I.A. program, please call the parish office at 513-921-9200. Classes begin in the Fall on Wednesday evenings at the St. William Parish Office.
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