If you would like to know more about the Catholic Faith you may be interested in a scheme specially designed to provide both teaching and support within the local Catholic community. It introduces people to local Catholics and provides an opportunity to learn without commitment. If, after a time, you decide you would like to become a Catholic, the scheme provides a framework for fellowship, preparation and initiation.

This scheme is known as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA for short) and is an ongoing process designed to welcome new members into the Church. The original scheme dates back to the first few centuries of the Church's history. It was re-instated by the Catholic Church following Vatican II in the 60's. Since the scheme is designed to involve the whole Catholic community it helps to lead every parishioner to deeper belief and renewal of his or her faith.

The RCIA process starts in the autumn and runs until Easter, the highlight of the Christian year and the traditional time for initiating new Christians. Meetings are held on a weekly basis and usually involve a mix of Catholics, enquirers and those actively preparing for initiation.

If you would like to know more, please speak to Fr Tapparo.

For further information or comments please contact info@stpeterapostle.org