This week Nicole and Tara talk about RCIA -better known as, The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults! Both have been through this process, one as an actual catechumen and the other as a sponsor, the ladies delve into their personal takes on the program through their parishes. The typical levels of an RCIA program follows four periods: the Period of Inquiry, Period of Catechumenate, Period of Purification and Enlightenment and the Period of Mystagogy. The three official steps of the process are the Rite of acceptance into the Order of Catechumens, The Rite of Election and ultimately the Celebration of Sacraments of Initiation (which occurs at the Easter Vigil). RCIA is a huge commitment, and a life changing experience. At the end of the day, our faith is a life long journey, and RCIA is a place that can open the door to the catholic faith! If you or anyone you know is interested in learning about what it means to become catholic, the below links give more information about this decision!

http://www.beginningcatholic.com/catholic-rcia-stages

http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/who-we-teach/rite-of-christian-initiation-of-adults/