The Order of Christian Initiation for Children (OCIC)(Formerly RCIC)“Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other Sacraments. Through Baptism, we are freed from sin and reborn as sons and daughters of God. We become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church, and made sharers in her mission: ‘Baptism is the Sacrament of regeneration through water in the word.” CCC Welcome to the Order of Christian Initiation for Children! The Order of Christian Initiation for Children (OCIC) program is the process for a child to become Catholic and prepares children for receiving the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, and Eucharist if they have not been brought into the Catholic faith by Catholic Baptism as infants. This program is for children between the ages of seven and seventeen. The program’s goal is to help children understand the foundation and essential teachings of God and the Catholic Church through the Word of God (Bible), Church Traditions, the Sacraments, prayers, and other Church teachings. Through these classes, we hope to help them deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ, who truly loves and cares for them. In addition, we hope to gradually prepare them to enter the worship assembly (Mass) with a profound understanding and great joy of being a part of the Body of Christ, the Church. To register, you will need to complete the Order of Christian Initiation for Children (OCIC) form. |
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