English Course Directors
Carlos & Monica Dinis
(559) 917-5149
rcia@stjohnsfresno.org
Wednesdays Singleton Hall
7:00pm - 8:30 pm
Registrations 2023-2024 Are Currently Closed
Spanish Course Directors
Jorge Chavez & Arcelia Cisneros
(559) 375-0413
ccd@stjohnsfresno.org
Thursdays Singleton Hall
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Registrations 2023-2024 Are Currently Closed
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This is the earliest phase in the process; it is also known as the Period of Inquiry. Catechumens and Candidates acknowledge that Christ is calling them into the Church through the movement of the Holy Spirit. This is a time for seeking and reflection.
The first Rite in the RCIA process, the Rite of Initiation accepts new members into the worshipping community.
The longest part of the process, the Catechumenate is a time of learning and formation in the traditions and doctrine of the Catholic Church. This is a time for sharing stories, reading scripture, and studying the Church customs, traditions and doctrine. Participants also participate in worship services and various Church rituals.
Catechumens and Candidates are chosen to be received by the bishop and the community and to receive the Sacraments of Initiation at Easter.
At the Easter Vigil (Holy Saturday), all newly elected members of the community who have been journeying through the RCIA process are welcomed formally into the community of believers through receiving the Sacraments of Initiation – Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation.
This is a time of reflection and celebration after the formal reception into the Catholic Church. Mystagogia means “leading into the mystery” and it is a time to explore the deep mystery of our faith and go forth to help build the reign of God on Earth as new members of the faithful.
These classes are for Catholics who are seeking the Sacraments of First Communion and/or Confirmation.
For those whom are already baptized catholic.