RCIA - The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, or RCIA, is an ancient process that was revived recently at the Second Vatican Council. The process of RCIA corresponds to the stages of individual faith development and personal conversion. It also involves the deeper conversion of the accompanying Catholic community, who witness and are partaking in the same spiritual journey. In order to hear and follow God’s voice, those seeking initiation enter into RCIA with a parish community through prayer and careful listening. 

The journey of each person is unique. The RCIA process respects this and the animators help to explore the spiritual aspirations of each one at a deeper level. While the input sessions are informative of Christianity as a religion more importantly the participants are encouraged to personally explore the faith aspect of their lives individually and as a group. 

If you are interested in joining our RCIA course at Our Lady of Angels Erith, please complete the form and a member of our team will be in touch shortly to discuss the programme.