St. Jude Catholic Church at 21689 Toledo Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33433 US - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

The RCIA program is a journey designed for those who wish to become members of the Catholic faith community. The spirit and teachings of the Catholic faith are shared in weekly classes that include song, prayer and dialogue. Priests, religious and lay people from our parish share their knowledge about the Catholic faith in the areas of the sacraments, the beliefs of the Catholic Church, the liturgical year, sacred scripture, Mary, the saints, and the social ministries of the Catholic faith. that begin each September and culminate in the celebration of the sacraments at the Easter Vigil.

During Lent, RCIA members publicly commit themselves to becoming members of the Catholic Church and present themselves to the Bishop of the Diocese at the Cathedral. With his blessing, they continue their preparation, and gather weekly with parishioners for the Sunday Liturgy of the Word. All parishioners include the intentions of the RCIA members in their Lenten prayers.

The program culminates at the Easter Vigil, as RCIA members enter the darkness of St. Jude Catholic Church. Their lighted candles, the readings from sacred scriptures, the liturgical music and prayers, and the celebration of the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation inspire all present to re-dedicate their lives to the teachings, the ministries, and the prayer life of the Catholic Church.

Classes will begin in September, 2011. If you are interested in receiving more information about these classes, please contact RCIA coordinators, Mike and Marlys Stover. If you are interested in registering, please contact Linda in the Religious Education office.

Contact Mike and Marlys Stover
rcia@stjudeboca.org
(561) 368-0274

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