This process is an adaptation of the RCIA process that adults enroll in when they want to become Catholic. The goals of the RCIA-C are to help children discover their faith in God and to experience His love in their own lives through Mass, celebration of the sacraments, and the practice of prayer. These goals are achieved first and foremost within the support of the child's family and with the assistance of the catechists and others in ministry at Holy Family.

RCIA-C answers a variety of needs and can be individualized based on family circumstances.

This is the right choice for your child(ren) if:

• One or more of them is age 7 or above and has yet to be baptized in the Catholic Faith and/or has yet to receive  First Reconciliation and/or First Holy Communion.
• Your child is a second grader (or older), has been baptized in another denomination, and now wants to enter the Catholic Church. 

When you enroll your child(ren) in RCIA-C, we will work with you to develop a plan for sacramental preparation that is suitable for your child(ren) and your family.

All plans consist of Sunday Mass attendance and participation in the Faith Formation program. At least one parent must attend the parent formation. These sessions are conveniently offered at the same time the child is in his/her class. SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
When participants in this program have special circumstances and/or needs, the plan may be modified at the discretion of the parents and parish staff to best serve and accomodate the entire family.