The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA - formerly known as the RCIA)) restores the ancient practice
of initiation into the church. It is a process where adults discern a call to the life of faith as it is lived out in our Church.
They enter into a commitment of formation and education and formal rituals, which lead them on a journey to the Easter Vigil,
where they receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.

The OCIA is one rite with a series of stages that acknowledges the growing dimension of faith and understanding
of those who participate it.   It is a call for the entire community to recognize its identity, respect its heritage,
and renew its commitment to the creed that marks our belief in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ,
alive in our Church and in our individual hearts and minds.

We meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 pm on the lower floor of the church building.  We follow the IU and MCCSC schedules for Christmas, Spring, and Thanksgiving breaks.

The OCIA is a year-round program, so when you discern that you are ready to prepare to come into the Church or simply learn more about the Catholic faith we invite you to join the program right away!  If you are interested feel free to download and fill out the OCIA information form, and email it to [email protected].  

For additional information please call Rose Johnson at 812-334-1664 or email her at [email protected]