Christian Initiation is a journey, but it is not a journey to a destination, but to a person, the person of Jesus Christ. “Becoming Catholic” is a response to God’s invitation by answering the call to follow Jesus as his disciple. This is a process of conversion, communion, and discipleship.
“Come, follow me.” — Matthew 4:19
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is a process by which adults are welcomed into the Roman Catholic Church. Adults who have never been baptized, have been baptized in another Christian faith, or have been baptized Catholic but not celebrated Confirmation or Eucharist, are invited to join the OCIA faith journey.
Unbaptized and uncatechized children of catechetical age (7+) are included in the OCIA. Children celebrate the same rites as adults. Contact Deacon Mike at 440-409-7170 or mcostantini@barnabasohio.org to learn more or register online below.
REGISTER HERE ONLINE
