Order of Christian Initiation for Adults

OCIA (formerly known as RCIA) is the Church’s process for adults to explore, discern, and enter the Catholic faith through participation in a supportive parish community.

Who Can Participate?

Catechumens – Adults who have never been baptized.

Candidates – Those baptized in another Christian tradition and now seeking to become Catholic.

Practicing Catholics – Baptized but lacking First Communion and/or Confirmation

For inquiries, contact Colleen Brodhead, Director of Faith Formation: cbrodhead@stmichaelcommunity.org / (630) 462‑5043