God wishes man to seek Him, to know Him and to love Him. In ancient times, God inspired prophets to teach, lead and prepare Israel. God then came to the world directly in the person of Jesus Christ. Christ prepared the apostles to spread his teachings throughout the world. The teachings of Christ became both the traditions of the Church and Holy Scripture. These teaching continue to be passed on and spread by Holy Spirit in the Church. The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) prepares those seeking to know God through the sacraments of Baptism, Confession, 1 st Communion, and Confirmation. This is done through various rites during Sunday mass and sessions where Catholic doctrine and morality are taught and discussed. The OCIA process relies on both the Catechism of the Catholic Church and Holy Scripture to teach the faith and prepare candidates and catechumens for reception of sacraments. The Catechism explains the profession of faith, the sacraments, how to live a life of faith, and prayer. The process culminates with the reception of the sacraments during the Easter season.
Syllabus:
Instructor Email Paul Fujawa 574.287.0469
Instructor Email Vicki Kruszka 574.895.1328
General Information
Description God choses when to be present in the world. He promises to be present in the sacraments. The seven sacraments are very dear to the Church and are handled with great care. The RCIA process teaches the meaning and importance of the Catholic faith. This is life changing information which is necessary for receiving the sacrament during the Easter season.
Expectations and Goals
Class dates and topics are shown on the schedule. Classes begin at about 10:45 on Sunday morning and end at about noon to 12:30. The Rites of Acceptance and Welcoming will be celebrated at St. Casimir Church on Sunday, November 30, 2025. The Rite of Sending will be celebrated at St. Casimir on Sunday, February 22, 2026, and the Rites of Election and Continuing Conversion will be celebrated later that afternoon at St. Pius X Church. Attendance and participation in these classes and rites are important steps towards receiving the sacraments at the Easter Vigil and adult confirmation in May 2026.
Course Materials
Required Materials :
U.S. Catholic Catechism for Adults. Cost $20.
Handouts will be given at the classes.
Website This site contains videos of class presentations and download files of the handouts.
My Soul Longs for You, O God (part 1)
My Soul Longs for You , O God (part 2).
Revelation & Tradition
Response of Faith
The Church- Reflecting the Light of Christ.
God and Creation.
Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ Slide Show
The Saints and Mary
Advent and the Liturgical year.
Our Eternal Destiny.
The Trinity
Sacraments and Devotions
Baptism
Confirmation and the Holy Spirit
Confessions and Annointing of the Sick
Eucharist
Liturgy and the Mass
Holy Orders and Matrimony
Lent and Life in Christ
The First Three Commandments
The Fourth and Fifth Commasndments.
Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Commandments
Ninth and Tenth Commandments
Prayer in Christian Life
Mystagogy
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