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The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) serves baptized adults and young adults who are seeking the Sacraments of First Holy Communion or Confirmation for any reason.
It is never too late to receive these sacraments.We also serve adults who are exploring membership in the Catholic church.
RCIA has two sessions each week:- Drop-In Scripture on Sunday mornings after the 9:30 Mass; and
- Class study from 7 to 8 pm Mondays
Our Sunday morning get-togethers offer the chance to talk a bit over coffee about the day's readings and homilies. Join us whenever your time permits. No RSVP required, and all adults in our community are welcome.
On Monday evenings, we focus on catechism, and we welcome you to join us at any time. Our time together is friendly, informative and fun! Refreshments are served. Wherever you are on your faith journey, please join us at any time. Let us share the love of Christ with you.
We warmly welcome all!
Contact:
Elaine M. Mott
emott@sjcparish.org
610-874-3418 x 107 -
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a spiritual and educational program designed to welcome adults into the Roman Catholic church.
RCIA is for individuals age 16 and older who are exploring membership in the Catholic Church and for baptized Christians who have not yet received the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation.
The program includes instruction, spiritual formation, service opportunities, retreats, and prayer services. All materials are provided. We welcome new participants at any time.
Parishioners who are seeking the Sacraments of First Holy Communion, First Reconciliation or Confirmation for children ages 15 and under should contact our Parish Religious Education Program.Our 2017-18 RCIA team and participants were (front, L to R) Elaine Mott, Taylor Moore, Gena Scanlan, Marie Anderson and Linda Jackson. Back row, from left: Jonathan Jackson, Keith Moore, Julie Moore, David Tannenbaum and Gloria Mann. Not pictured: Andrew Robb. -
Easter Vigil 2017
Joined by proud sponsors, godparents and families, Ashley Maze, Kunle Folarin, Alissa and Emma Bristow, and Matthew Rockle Sr. were welcomed into full membership in the Catholic Church and St. John’s parish at the Easter Vigil Mass on April 16, 2017. May God continue to bless them and the entire RCIA team for making this journey of faith with them! -
Easter Vigil 2016
RCIA catechumens marked milestones in their faith journey at the Easter Vigil Mass in 2016 with the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation.
LEFT: Fr. Ed Hallinan confers the Sacrament of Confirmation on Noah Geveke, Dawn Lawrence, Gloria Mann, John Pulcinella, Timothy Rich, Matthew Spalding-Criscuolo, and Zachery Winter.
RIGHT: Anica and Henry Null and Noah Geveke prepare to take part in the Offertory Procession.