Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA Programme):

While this rite was formulated for those adults seeking Baptism, it is also commonly used for those adults who are baptized in other Church traditions recognized by the Church, but who wish to become members of the Catholic Church.  The process involves meeting to learn and discuss Catholic Christian beliefs and teachings. 
A number of rites signifying stages in the journey are held during the Mass, so that the whole community can be involved.  We regularly are “sent forth” after the homily and go to the John Paul Centre or the Tommasi Meeting Room where we reflect on God’s Word for the day. 
This is an essential element in the whole process, as we acknowledge the presence of Jesus in His Word and apply what we learn from the scriptures to our everyday lives. 
Candidates is the term used for those who have undergone a recognized form of baptism and Catechumens is the term used for those who have not been baptized.
Apart from the Catechists each candidate is supported by a sponsor whose role is to support those in the RCIA programme and to accompany them on their journey of faith.

If you have been a sponsor or catechist for this programme in another parish or would be interested in sponsoring a candidate or catechumen in the future we would be pleased to hear from you. 

Contact person: Julie Lynch on 4124 3334