What are services like?
In the Church's liturgy the divine blessing is fully revealed and communicated. the Father is acknowledged and adored as the source and the end of all the blessings of creation and salvation. In his Word who became incarnate, died, and rose for us, he fills us with his blessings. Through his Word, he pours into our hearts the Gift that contains all gifts, the Holy Spirit.
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1082
The whole liturgical life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic sacrifice and the sacraments. There are seven sacraments in the Church: Baptism, Confirmation or Chrismation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony.
Sacraments are "powers that comes forth" from the Body of Christ, which is ever-living and life-giving. They are actions of the Holy Spirit at work in his Body, the Church. They are "the masterworks of God" in the new and everlasting covenant.
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1113 & 1116
What is the community like?
Today, more than 50 years after its establishment, Christ the King Cathedral is a thriving faith community with many active ministries for all ages and all walks of life.
What if I'm not a Christian?
The Catholic Church Welcomes You!
Do you feel something missing in your life? Begin a new life of love, faith, and justice lived in communion with Catholics throughout the world!
Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic faith? People are drawn to explore the Catholic faith for many different reasons. Perhaps they experienced a Catholic Mass at the time of a wedding or funeral and were attracted by the prayer and ritual. They may have witnessed the source of hope and comfort a Catholic relative, friend or co-worker found in their faith at a time of difficulty or crisis.
Any one of these experiences—or a thousand more like them—might have started you thinking about what it would be like to be a Catholic.
How do you find out? Where do you start?
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process whereby adults enter the Catholic Church. RCIA classes are held weekly and over the course of several months those who attend the RCIA classes are educated on what the Catholic Church believes and are given the oppurtunity to ask questions about those beliefs.
Just because you start RCIA, doesn't mean you are committed to finished. If you are merely curious about what Catholicism is, please feel free to come. All are welcome.
Adults journey with parishioners and the RCIA Team in exploring whether participation in the Roman Catholic Church is where God is calling him/her. The process involves spiritual growth and discernment, knowing Jesus personally, learning about Church doctrine, beliefs, traditions and practices, and how to live as a Catholic in today's world. Entrance into the church usually takes place during the Easter Vigil, depending upon the faith journey of the individual and parish process, with Baptism or Profession of Faith, Confirmation and Eucharist. Parishioners are invited to assist in this ministry as a sponsor, with prayers and hospitality.
Rite of Christian of Adults (RCIA) may be for you. If you are
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Non-Catholic who wishes to know more about the Catholic faith.
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Non-baptized who are seeking God in their life.
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Baptized Catholics who desire to complete their initiation sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation.
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Catholics who want to learn more about their Catholic faith and enrich their spiritual faith journey.
How Does One Become a Catholic?
Every year adults are warmly welcomed into the Catholic Community through RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults). It is a process in which conversion of the heart brings you to Jesus Christ who is our Lord and Savior. “Come to me, all you who are weary and find life burdensome, and I will refresh you. Take my yoke upon your shoulders and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble of heart. Your souls will find rest, for my yoke is easy and my burden light.” Matthew 11:28-30
Those who were previously baptized in other Christian traditions become Catholic after making a solemn profession of faith, receiving communion and sharing Eucharist with the Catholic community. And still others, those who were not previously baptized, become Catholic Christians after receiving the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.
What if I’m not sure if I want to become a Catholic?
That’s fine! RCIA begins with a period of Inquiry Sessions. At the end of the Inquiry Period, you decide if you are interested in learning more. Even if you decide to continue, there is no final commitment to join the Church until much later in the process.
What is the first step?
Contact Margo Gonzalez or Deacon Randy Canale, RCIA Coordinator.
