RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

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- Mary Peacock
  
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  (517) 323- 2379 ext. 4744
  mpeacockstgerard.org
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RCIA Calendar 2020-2021
- RCIA Session 15: The Mass, why we do what we do.
  
  Sunday, January 24, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  
  In-person class (with simultaneous 'zoom' offering for those at home) today is all about the Mass: why we do what we do. We also will have the ceremony called the Rite of Acceptance and Welcome. The plan is to do the Rite of Acceptance in person with those preparing for baptism. Those who are already baptized will participate in this Rite via Zoom. More details TBD!
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- Mass and RCIA Session 16: Sacraments of Healing (Anointing and Reconciliation overview)
  
  Sunday, January 31, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  
  Now that we have participated in the Rite of Acceptance and Welcome, part of our class involves attending Mass together! For those in-person, come to the 9am mass and after the homily Father will 'dismiss' you back to the classroom where we can further discuss the Word of God. For those joining us at home, you will watch the 9am Mass livestream up until that point of dismissal, then join us via Zoom to discuss the Word of God. When that is finished, we will have our class about the Sacraments of Healing.
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- Mass and RCIA Session 17: Sacraments of Vocation (Marriage and Holy Orders)
  
  Sunday, February 7, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  
  Now that we have participated in the Rite of Acceptance and Welcome, part of our class involves attending Mass together! For those in-person, come to the 9am mass and after the homily Father will 'dismiss' you back to the classroom where we can further discuss the Word of God. For those joining us at home, you will watch the 9am Mass livestream up until that point of dismissal, then join us via Zoom to discuss the Word of God. When that is finished, we will have our class about the Sacraments of Vocation.
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- Mass and RCIA Session 18: The Season of Lent
  
  Sunday, February 14, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  
  Now that we have participated in the Rite of Acceptance and Welcome, part of our class involves attending Mass together! For those in-person, come to the 9am mass and after the homily Father will 'dismiss' you back to the classroom where we can further discuss the Word of God. For those joining us at home, you will watch the 9am Mass livestream up until that point of dismissal, then join us via Zoom to discuss the Word of God. When that is finished, we will have our class about the Season of Lent.
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- If able, Rite of Sending and Rite of Election would happen this weekend
  
  Sunday, February 21
  
  Details TBD
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- Mass and RCIA Session 19: Human Dignity, Social Justice, Mercy
  
  Sunday, February 28, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  
  For those in-person, come to the 9am mass and after the homily Father will 'dismiss' you back to the classroom where we can further discuss the Word of God. For those joining us at home, you will watch the 9am livestream up until that point of dismissal, then join us via Zoom to discuss the Word of God. When that is finished, we will have our class about Human Dignity, Catholic Social Teachings and Mercy.
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- Mass and RCIA Session 20: Morality-Forming and Examining Your Conscience, Virtues
  
  Sunday, March 7, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  
  Those preparing for Baptism must come in person to the 9am mass. After the homily, Father will have the First Scrutiny Rite with you, then 'dismiss' you back to the classroom where we can further discuss the Word of God. For those joining us at home, you will watch the 9am livestream up until that point of dismissal, then join us via Zoom to discuss the Word of God. When that is finished, we will have our class about Morality.
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- Mass and RCIA Session 21: Sacrament of Reconciliation-history and role play with Fr. John
  
  Sunday, March 14, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  
  Those preparing for Baptism must come in person to the 9am mass. After the homily, Father will have the Second Scrutiny Rite with you, then 'dismiss' you back to the classroom where we can further discuss the Word of God. For those joining us at home, you will watch the 9am livestream up until that point of dismissal, then join us via Zoom to discuss the Word of God. When that is finished, we will have our class about the Sacrament of Reconciliation, which includes a role play with Fr. John and a team member.
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- RCIA Retreat Session: details TBD
  
  Sunday, March 21
  
  Details TBD
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- Mass and Session 23: Palm Sunday and Holy Week
  
  Sunday, March 28, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  
  For those in-person, come to the 9am mass and after the homily Father will 'dismiss' you back to the classroom where we can further discuss the Word of God. For those joining us at home, you will watch the 9am livestream up until that point of dismissal, then join us via Zoom to discuss the Word of God. When that is finished, we will have our class about Palm Sunday and Holy Week.
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How Do I learn more about the Catholic Faith?
How Do I Become Catholic?

For adults, the way to join the Catholic Church is a process called RCIA. RCIA stands for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. RCIA is intended for just about anyone and everyone: baptized or not; seekers and doubters; people who don't even want be become Catholic but just want to understand more about the faith of their Catholic spouse or friend; even Catholics who have fallen away and would like to return. In short, RCIA is for you!

No matter where you are in your journey of faith, there is a place for you here with us. Don't be afraid to take that first step. Come, see for yourself what we are all about!
Congratulations to the RCIA 'Class of 2020'!

We had a few adjustments to make due to COVID, but we had a wonderful celebration! Check out our year in review in the video below...
RCIA is the process where adults explore the Catholic Faith in a non-judgmental setting. There is no pressure to join and classes are open to anybody out of high school and over the age of 18.
IN-PERSON* classes began on Sunday, September 27th with some adjustments on seat spacing to ensure social distancing, the wearing of masks, disinfecting the room before and after class, and offering individually wrapped snacks (more COVID-friendly). It's not too late to join us!
Online classes via Zoom are also available for those who are unable to attend in person due to being in a high risk category, if you or a family member are ill, or you have been exposed and are in quarantine.
*note: as of 11/16/20 we will be doing Zoom only class for a few weeks in response to our State's Pause to Save Lives announcement.
(Scroll down for the Zoom information.)
Please contact Mary Peacock with any questions, concerns or to register for RCIA!
Either fill out the information on this page (I will email or call you back),
email me at mpeacock@stgerard.org,
or call my direct line at the Parish Office at 517-908-4744.
My Story of Becoming Catholic...a Q&A with Lauren...
1. What brought you to the RCIA classes? What was your faith background prior to taking RCIA?
- Prior to RCIA, I was always a Christian. We had a great church we went to, but once we left, we struggled to find a place we were comfortable in and just fell out of the habit of attending church on Sundays.
1. What was your experience being in the RCIA process & classes for all of those months?
- I had a great experience in RCIA! I did it in preparation for my wedding this summer. In the beginning, I knew it was important to my fiancé and his family, but was able to learn more about the religion and really grew to understand what makes Catholicism different than other facets of Christianity. It will make decisions about our kids’ religion so much easier, and our eventual family can all enjoy mass together as Catholics. While COVID did make my experience different, it was amazing how supportive and flexible everyone at St. Gerard was to accommodate everyone who wanted to go through the process. I got my own personal Confirmation to ensure it was completed before my wedding, and I was so appreciative that the virus didn’t stop us from coming together in a small group to celebrate becoming a member of the Catholic Church.
1. What advice or encouragement do you have for anyone who might be thinking about becoming Catholic but is unsure about taking that step?
- My advice to anyone looking to become Catholic is just come to RCIA and check it out! We always had a decision to move forward with the process, take time away if we needed it, or leave if we felt that was the best choice for us. You’ll never know if you don’t try! Just because you start the classes doesn’t mean you have to go through the confirmation that year. Take your time and meet up with the class! At the very least, you’ll meet some great people and learn a little bit along the way.
-Lauren Porco, RCIA Class of 2020
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