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Becoming Catholic

God continually invites people into a deeper relationship with Him: sometimes in ordinary ways, sometimes in extraordinary ones. Whatever has brought you here, you are welcome. All are welcome. All are loved. No exceptions.

“Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.”: Romans 15:7

You may be feeling the first urge to know more about the Catholic faith, or you may have been reflecting on this for a long time. Either way, know that you are welcome here. Becoming Catholic is a journey made in community, at a human pace, with room for every question.

Upon This Rock

Upon This Rock is a course developed in our own parish. It orients you to the Biblical foundations of the Catholic Church, the basic message of Christ, and the mission of His Church. It is the path our parishes use for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA): the way adults prepare for baptism, confirmation, and first Eucharist. Many lifelong Catholics have taken it simply to rediscover their faith.

What the journey looks like

  • Come and see: attend Mass, ask questions, meet the community.
  • Learn and pray: walk through Upon This Rock with companions and guides.
  • Celebrate: adults are received into the Church at the Easter Vigil, alongside new Catholics around the world.

If you were baptized in another Christian tradition, your baptism is honoured: you will prepare for confirmation and Eucharist rather than being baptized again.

The path is patient

  1. Ask the first question

    Send a note or call the parish office. A real person will help you decide whether OCIA is the right next step.

  2. Begin meeting with others

    You learn the Catholic faith, pray, ask questions, and get to know the parish at a human pace.

  3. Prepare for the sacraments

    When you are ready, the Church prepares you for Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist as needed.

  4. Keep walking with the parish

    Becoming Catholic is not a graduation ceremony. It is the beginning of a life of worship, prayer, service, and community.

Start with a conversation

You do not need to know whether you are ready to become Catholic. It is enough to say that you are curious and would like someone to help you understand the next step.

Becoming Catholic inquiry

Questions about OCIA, becoming Catholic, or simply learning the faith with others.

Contact the parish office 250-542-1276