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The RCIA follows the life-long
process of human development in faith formation. There are
several stages involved in this process which include inquiring
about the Catholic Church, reflecting on the Scriptures and
developing a sense of belonging to a faith community. There will
be many opportunities to share stories, meet new friends, and
grow in an understanding of yourself and your faith.
The R.C.I.A. is primarily a
journey of faith:
"From the awareness of stirring
of faith and curiosity within one's heart,
through all those
stages of asking and seeking,
through beginning
involvement with Roman Catholic people,
through hearing
the Gospel proclaimed and by faithful reflection and prayer on
this Word of God,
through study and
discussion about the Catholic experience,
through doubts and
hesitations,
through
discernment of God's call for them as individuals,
through the steps
of commitment,
through the
sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist)
to a life of faith, love, and
justice lived in communion with Catholics throughout the world."
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