Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)
 

OCIA is the process through which individuals are received into full communion in the Catholic Church. It is a gradual journey of faith, formation, and conversion within the Church community.

There are several periods to OCIA. We begin with the Inquiry Period, which provides a basic introduction and overview of the Catholic faith. It is an opportunity to bring your questions, explore your interests, and learn more about the Catholic Church and what Catholics believe. These sessions are open to everyone, regardless of where you may be on your spiritual journey.

If, after a period of inquiry and discernment, an individual desires to enter the Catholic Church, they are invited to participate in the Catechumenate (or Candidate) period of formation of OCIA. During this time, participants receive deeper instruction in Church teachings, Scripture, and the Catholic faith, while growing in prayer and community.

OCIA is a year-long process of catechesis and formation. It often begins in the summer and concludes in the spring, culminating in the reception of the sacraments of initiation.
Please contact Alejandra Yang for more information: alejandra@visitstpeters.org or 803-779-0036

Volunteers welcome!

The OCIA process also invites Catholics to witness to their faith through OCIA. All of us can assist another to live as a disciple of Christ. Please contact Alejandra Yang if you are interested in serving with our OCIA team: alejandra@visitstpeters.org or 803-779-0036