Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
Purpose
To assist parishes in the full implementation of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults through the liturgical, catechetical, and pastoral aspects as outlined and presented through the documents of the Church.
From the National Directory of Catechesis (36.A)
Diocese and parishes should present catechesis initiation that:
- Summons the catechumen to profess faith in the person of Jesus Christ from the heart, to follow him faithfully, and become his disciple.
- Recognizes that Christian initiation is an apprenticeship of the entire Christian life and so should include more than instruction.
- Presents a comprehensive and systematic formation in the faith so that the catechumen or candidate can enter deeply into the mystery of Christ.
- Incorporate the catechumen into the life of the Christian community, which confesses, celebrates, and bears courageous witness to the faith of Jesus Christ.
- Includes instruction on the rites of Christian initiation, their basic symbols and forms, and the offices and ministries at work in them.
English Informational Flyer
Spanish Informational Flyer
Electronic Registration Form
Church Documents
Contact
Lucas Pollice
Diocesan Director of Catechesis
(817) 560-2452, Ext. 260
lpollice@fwdioc.org