The sacrament of baptism ushers us into the divine life, cleanses us from sin, and initiates us as members of the Christian community. It is the foundation for the sacramental life.

• Infant Baptismal Formation 

  • Baptism preparation sessions are required of first-time parents prior to scheduling a baptism. Click here to go to the registration page.   

• Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) 

  • RCIA is designed for non-Catholics who wish to learn more about the Catholic Church.  The RCIA process explores the meaning of faith and how Catholics express that faith in the community and in the world. It offers a chance to ask questions, raise doubts, acquire information, share, learn and grow. The process helps seekers to discern whether or not God is calling them to become Catholic. Those who complete the process celebrate the sacraments of Baptism (if needed), First Eucharist and Confirmation at the Easter Vigil.

  • RCIA sessions take place on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm in Room 118 of the John P. Finnegan Parish Center. Although the format will vary, most meetings will have three parts: input on the topic for the evening by a priest or lay person, an opportunity for the members of the group to share ideas and experiences relating to the topic, and time for refreshments and getting to know one another. 

  • For information concerning the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, contact the office, 847-362-1005