Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA), formally RCIA

Meets Sundays at 10am in St. Clare

Why is there something rather than nothing?

Why do things seem so messed up?

What, if anything, has God done about it?

What is my response to God's actions?

These are questions that really need to be addressed if we are to truly understand the overwhelming story of salvation. Most often these are not the exact questions people ask, but when it is all boiled down, this is what is at the heart of what it means to join the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA). 

We all come to a place in our lives when we ask these questions either to ourselves or we look for answers from others. For us, those answers come from the Catholic Church. Over two millennia of experience has shown that the longing for beauty, goodness, and truth never ends. Where we look for beauty, how we discern what is good, and who we turn to for truth, we believe, are all found in Jesus Christ. 

OCIA is a program devoted to opening the eyes of faith through conversation, study, and fellowship. All is ordered toward friendship with the One who made us and desires to share His love with us in this world, and eternity. Through the OCIA program we pray, we share our own journey of faith, and we pass on the truth of the Catholic Church. If you, a friend, or loved one has been curious about the Catholic Church, or is asking these most important questions, we encourage you to contact Deacon Roy Brown, OCIA Director, to begin this journey of faith. Email: OCIA@StBernardBlgs.ORG or call 406.259.4350