EVANGELIZATION


EVANGELIZATION COMMITTEE

Our efforts in this arena are based on the "National Plan and Strategy for Catholic Evangelization in the U.S." by the National Conference of Catholic Bishops. This committee set the following goals:
  • To bring about in all Catholics such an enthusiasm for their faith that, in living their faith in Jesus, they freely share it with others.
  • To invite all people in the United States, whatever their social or cultural background, to hear the message of salvation in Jesus Christ so they may come to join us in the fullness of the earth.
  • To foster Gospel values in our society, promoting the dignity of the human person, the importance of the family and the common good of our society, so that our nation may continue to be transformed by the saving power of Jesus Christ.
These goals are meaningless unless they are steeped in prayer. They must bear upon our everyday life, in the family and the workplace, in our neighborhoods and associations, in the way we live. The thrust of evangelization is the everyday exchange between believers and unbelievers.


THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS

What is RCIA ?

This program is for adults who:
Want to become Catholic.
Are interested in inquiring about the Catholic Church.
Are interested in being a sponsor for an RCIA candidate.
What is the RCIA Time Frame?
RCIA begins: The second week in September.
RCIA ends: Pentecost Sunday.
RCIA meets once a week from 7:00PM to 8:45PM.
The first hour is a presentation on the Catholic Faith.
Following a short break, the second period involves small group discussion.
RCIA Topics
  • The Catholic Vision - The Spirit of Catholicism, creation of God, relationship with God.
  • A Tour of the Church - An explanation of the Church building, signs and symbols.
  • Sacred Scripture and Tradition - The Bible as God's Word; Tradition of the Church.
  • Catholic Beliefs and Doctrine - Incarnation, The Trinity, Communion of Saints, Nicene Creed.
  • Church History - Significant Events in the Life of the Church.
  • Introduction to the Church - The Church as the People of God and the Body of Christ.
  • The Seven Sacraments - Sacraments of Initiation, Healing, and Vocation.
  • Morality - Viewing the Christian Life as a Series of Relationships: With God, Self, Neighbor, and the World.
  • Life in Christ - Evangelization, Prayer, Liturgy, Ministry, Faith Sharing.