The Catholic Church does more than welcome new members; she forms disciples. To seekers old and new, those feeling alienated or indifferent, the Roman Catholic Church offers Jesus Christ and his love, the fulfillment of hope.

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the pastoral process that begins in September and ends at Easter that initiates new members into the Church. Through the RCIA process at a parish the Church leads seekers to knowledge of the truths of faith, to the celebration of the Seven Sacraments, to commitment to the moral life--including the forming of a social conscience--and to the practice of prayer, and at the same time, the Church responds to their desire for community.

If you are interested in joining the Catholic church and would like more information about the RCIA process please contact a Catholic parish near you or the Toledo Diocese Office of Evangelization at 419-244-6711 ext 368.