OCIA

OCIA

About This Ministry

The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults is an ongoing four-step process designed to welcome new members into the Catholic faith and to assist adult baptized Catholics to complete the Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. This is an open-ended process and not defined by a specific length of time.

Who Can Serve​

All registered members of the parish who have completed the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation) are invited to serve in this ministry.

Responsibilities

Catechists instruct in the Faith and share their faith. Hospitality assistants set up coffee, tea and refreshments. Sponsors walk with a person in their faith journey, witnessing to the Catholic faith in everyday life.

Meetings

Dates, times and locations of general meetings and training sessions for this ministry will be announced.

Schedule

Sessions are conducted weekly, beginning in September. OCIA team training is provided by the Diocese.

Contact Information

If you are interested in serving on the OCIA team or

  • are an adult seeking Baptism
  • are an adult of another faith tradition seeking to become Catholic
  • are a baptized Catholic adult or teen needing First Holy Communion and/or Confirmation

Please contact:

Louise Timko
(908) 756-0633  Ext 143
Email: ReligiousEducation@churchofthesacredheart.net