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Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (18 years of age or older)
The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is a class for people who want to know more about the Roman Catholic faith and those who desire to be received in full communion with the Catholic Church. We welcome catechumens, candidates, and inquirers.
Catechumens
Catechumans are individuals who have never been baptized in any Christian church.
Candidates
Candidates have been baptized in a Christian church (including the Roman Catholic Church) but have not been confirmed in the Catholic Church.
Inquirers
Inquirers are individuals who want to know more about the Roman Catholic Church.If you would like to learn more about the Catholic Faith or information on our OCIA classes, please contact Harriett Cariaga at faithformation@stmichaelsnohomish.org
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Order of Christian Initiation of Adults adapted for children (7 years of age up to 17)
An adapted version of the OCIA process is available for children 7 years of age or older who have not been baptized.
The preparation process is intended to help the child or youth develop a real, lasting relationship with Christ and help the whole family find support for a life of faith in a parish community.
Parents, or the adults taking this role, are their children's first and most important teachers. Therefore, the full participation of parents or guardians is essential in the journey of children to full initiation into the Catholic Church.
To register your child/youth for OCIA adapted for children, please contact Harriett Cariaga at faithformation@stmichaelsnohomish.org