RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA provides an opportunity to learn more about the Catholic
Church in order to make an informed decision for those
interested in entering into full communion with the Church.
Once that decision is made, preparation for the reception of the
Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Eucharist, and
Confirmation) and Reconciliation take place. Candidates and
Catechumens are brought into the Church at the Easter Vigil.
Using the US Catholic Catechism for Adults, the basic teachings of
the Church are discussed. These include: Scripture and
Tradition; Eucharist and the True Presence; Apostolic
Succession; Mary and the Saints; Moral and Social Justice
Teachings; Liturgy; the Sacraments and Faith.
For more information, you can contact Beth Rutski at [email protected] or by calling 317-826-6000 ext 159.
Sessions are held on Wednesday evenings from September through June.
RCIA Calendar 2022-2023
RCIA Form
Adult Formation / Confirmation
Adults who have been raised in the Catholic faith, Baptized in the Catholic tradition and have received the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist, but have not been Confirmed are required to prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Traditionally, the Archbishop of Indianapolis will confer the Sacrament on adults at the Cathedral of Ss. Peter and Paul on (or near) the feast of Pentecost. In 2022, that date will be June 26, 2022. Contact Beth Rutski at [email protected] or by calling 317.826.6000, ext. 159. Preparation includes 8 sessions of catechetical instruction and a retreat for adults in early March.
Adults who have been baptized, catechized in the Christian faith and are contemplating conversion to Catholicism are also invited to attend these Adult formation classes. These classes may serve as a gateway to more instruction in the Faith or to full communion in the Catholic Church. Please call Beth Rutski to inquire.
Please pick up a registration form from the parish office or look under “Forms” on the website www.saintsimon.org