The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process by which Adults become Catholic.

The OCIA process is for those interested in becoming Catholics or completing their Sacraments of Initiation. The first stage of OCIA is the period of Inquiry. This is the time for interested persons to ask questions about the Catholic faith.

Can you answer “Yes” to any of these questions?

• Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic Church?
• Are you unbaptized but recognize a need for spirituality in your life?
• Were you baptized Catholic or baptized into another denomination but never received any formal religious education?
• Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass, but just don’t know what the next step is to become one of the Catholic faithful?

OCIA is the process for you. Every year adults are welcomed into the Catholic Community through OCIA. It is a learning and loving process in which conversion of the heart brings you to Jesus Christ who is our Lord and Savior.

For more information, we invite you to call Director of Adult Faith Formation and Social Concerns Tony Bosnick at 301-840-1407. There is no obligation, just information.

If you are already practicing your Catholic faith and are seeking a deeper relationship with Christ, visit Adult Faith Formation groups or consider participating in Discovering Christ.