Welcome to Order of Christian Initiation for Adults 2026 - 2027
We are so glad you’re here!
Documents you will need:
Baptismal Record
- If baptized Catholic, a certified copy of your Baptismal Certificate dated within the last six months.
- If baptized non-Catholic, a copy of your Baptismal record.
Sponsor
- We will talk about your sponsor in class. A sponsor is not due until Jan. 1, 2027.
Session Schedule
Mondays, 7p.m., Gathering Space Meeting Room
Group Session #1, Mon., Sept. 21, 7-8:30p.m. - Welcome and Introduction
Group Session #2, Mon., Sept. 28, 7-8:30p.m. - What is the meaning of life?
Group Session #3, Mon., Oct. 5, 7-8:30p.m. - Why does Jesus matter?
Group Session #4, Mon., Oct. 12, 7-8:30p.m. - What did Jesus come to reveal?
Group Session #5, Mon., Oct. 19, 7-8:30p.m. - Why do we need a Savior?
Group Session #6, Mon., Oct. 26, 7-8:30p.m. - What does the Resurrection mean to me?
Group Session #7, Mon., Nov. 2, 7-8:30p.m. - Who is the Holy Spirit?
Group Session #8, Mon., Nov. 9, 7-8:30p.m. - New life in the Holy Spirit
Group Session #9, Mon., Nov. 16, 7-8:30p.m. - Living Catholic life in the Church
Thanksgiving Break, Mon., Nov. 23
Group Session #10, Mon., Nov. 30, 7-8:30p.m. - I believe. We believe. (read Compendium questions 1 — 32).
Mass + Group Session #11, Mon., Dec. 7, 7-8:30p.m. - Mass for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, evening begins with Mass in the church then to the meeting room. I believe in God the Father. (read Compendium questions 33 — 78).
Group Session #12, Mon., Dec. 14, 7—8:30p.m. - I believe in Jesus Christ. (read Compendium questions 79 — 135).
Group Session #13, Mon., Dec. 21, 7—8:30p.m. - I believe in the Holy Spirit. (read Compendium questions 136 — 217).
Christmas Break, Monday, Dec. 28 and Monday, Dec. 29
Part 2
Group Session #14, Mon., Jan. 4, 7—8:30p.m. - The Sacramental Economy. (read Compendium questions 218 — 249).
Group Session #15, Mon., Jan. 11, 7—8:30p.m. - Baptism and Confirmation. (read Compendium questions 250 — 270).
Group Session #16, Mon., Jan. 18, 7—8:30p.m. - The Eucharist. (read Compendium questions 271 — 294).
Group Session #17, Mon., Jan. 25, 7—8:30p.m. - Sacraments of Healing (Reconciliation and Anointing) + Sacramentals and Funerals. (read Compendium questions 295 — 320, 351 — 356).
Group Session #18, Mon., Feb. 1, 7—8:30p.m. - Sacraments of Service: Marriage and Holy Orders (read Compendium questions 321 — 350).
Group Session #19, Mon., Feb. 8, 7—8:30p.m. - Human Dignity and Human Community. (read Compendium questions 357 — 414).
Ash Wednesday, Wed., Feb. 10 - Lent begins. Please attend a Mass or Prayer Service with Ashes.
Rite of Sending, Rite of Election, Sunday, Feb. 14, 9a.m. Mass followed by Cathedral of Mary Our Queen - Mass + Rite of Sending at St. John the Evangelist + 3:30p.m. Rite of Election at Cathedral of Mary Our Queen
Information will be provided to participants prior to events.
Group Session #20, Mon., Feb. 15, 7—8:30p.m. - Law and Grace. (read Compendium questions 415 — 433).
Group Session #21, Mon., Feb. 22, 7—8:30p.m. - You Shall Love the Lord Your God. (read Compendium questions 434 — 454).
First Scrutiny, Sun., Feb. 28, 11a.m. - First Scrutiny at 11a.m. Mass, St. John the Evangelist
Group Session #22, Mon., March 1, 7—8:30p.m. - You Shall Love Your Neighbor as Yourself. (read Compendium pages 455 — 533).
Second Scrutiny, Sun., March 7, 9a.m. - Second Scrutiny at 9a.m. Mass, St. John the Evangelist
Group Session #23, Mon., March 8, 7—8:30p.m. - Prayer in the Christian Life. (read Compendium questions 534 — 577).
Third Scrutiny, Sun., March 14, 11a.m. - Third Scrutiny at 11a.m. Mass, St. John the Evangelist
Group Session #24, Mon., March 15, 7—8:30p.m. - The Lord’s Prayer. (read Compendium questions 578 — 598).
Palm Sunday, Sun., March 21 - Holy Week Begins
Chrism Mass, Mon., March 22, 7p.m. - Chrism Mass at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen
Rehearsal for Easter Vigil, Tues., March 23, 6:30p.m.
Holy Thursday, Thur., March 25, 7p.m. - Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Good Friday, Fri., March 26, 3p.m. - Good Friday Service of the Lord’s Passion
The Great Easter Vigil, Sat., March 27, 8p.m.
Easter Break, Mon., March 29
Group Session #25, Mon., April 5, 7—8:30p.m. - Growing in faith: Living out what we just received