Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) | Church of St. Francis Xavier

I wanted to speak to you about the RCIA -- the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. In this Archdiocese of New York , we have about 2000 people preparing to become Catholics at the Easter Vigil. It's a great booster to think of these people excited about joining the Church. A Blessed Lent! | Timothy Cardinal Dolan

This is the first official liturgical step in a person’s journey to becoming Catholic through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). It marks the moment when those who have been inquiring about the faith publicly declare their intention to follow Christ and join the Catholic Church. What happens during the Rite: 1. Welcome at the church doors – The priest or deacon greets the candidates at the entrance, symbolizing their first step into the life of the Church. 2. Sign of the Cross –

Come & discover the journey of faith with us at RCIA (Rites of Christian Initiation for Adults) .🙏 🗓️ Date: Sunday, 27 July 2025 🕑 Time: 2:00 PM 📍 Venue: Loyola Hall, Church of St Francis Xavier | Church of St. Francis Xavier

Francis Cardinal Arinze speaks on the benefits of RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults). This is one of the beautiful doctrines of the Church. Honestly, while teaching adults, I sometimes wish I had been baptized as an adult—the benefits are just so amazing! If you went through RCIA, please share your experience on the comment section. | FADA Ebubedike