​Becoming Catholic : OCIA
Order of Christian Initiation for Adults

Do you want to understand more fully your Savior and the Church that he founded? Do you want answers to your questions about God and his Church? Well here is your chance. Dive into OCIA - Order of Christian Initiation of Adults - and discover the beauty of the Church. OCIA is not just for those interested in joining the Catholic Church but also for Catholics who long to grow in their knowledge of their own faith.
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​Please contact Aubree Galle, aubree@cathedralolph.org with questions or to register.  

Journey to the Church

OCIA is a journey
Everyone is at different part of their faith journey and each individual and their situation is unique. We desire to walk alongside those who are journeying towards the Church at the appropriate time and pace that coincides with each person's current level of readiness.

How long does it take?
Usually the OCIA process takes about a year from start to entrance into the Church. For some it may be longer or shorter depending upon each person's individual needs and readiness.
 
Steps in the journey
The journey of entrance into the Church is marked by a series of steps.
Step 1 - Inquiry (individuals are given an opportunity to ask questions that they have about the Catholic Church)
Step 2 - Catechumenate/Symbolon Part 1 (Individuals learn about knowing the Catholic Faith - What Catholics believe)
Step 3 - Catechumenate/Symbolon Part 2 (Individuals learn about living out the Catholic Faith)
Step 4 - Enrichment (Individuals enter into a period of deepening prayer, meditation, reflection, and any content they desire to study further, as they prepare to complete the final OCIA Rites and enter into the Church)


When do sessions start?
We have sessions running year-round. Contact the parish offices or fill out the OCIA interest form.  Once both the Church and the individual believe them to be ready for the sacraments, they will enter into full communion with the Church through Sacraments of Initiation.”
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Ready to Join OCIA?

Or want to talk with someone about OCIA? Fill out or OCIA interest form.
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Upcoming OCIA Sessions


​August 16th, 2023