Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
For those considering becoming Catholic.
Classes begin early in September.
Coordinator: Fr. Jim Blaettler, S.J. at 415.422.6639
Confirmation
For those wanting to get confirmed, Confirmation class is being offered for Spring 2013. The class meets every Sunday, beginning January 27, 6:15 to 7:45 pm at the Romero Room, University Ministry office, Lower Phelan Hall. Confirmation mass/ceremony will take place at St. Agnes in late April or early May. Contact person is Stephen Abuan, S.J.
Week |
Date |
Topic |
Week 1 |
Jan 29 |
Introduction/Get to know one another/Scope of class What is God’s presence in your life? To what is what God calling you? What are your beliefs? Why do you want to get confirmed? |
| Week 2 |
Feb 5 |
Old Testament/Hebrew Scriptures Structure of OT/ Salvation history/God’s Covenant |
| Week 3 |
Feb 12 |
New Testament/The Gospels Continuation of Salvation history |
Week 3 |
Feb 19 |
No Class: Presidents’ Day Weekend |
Week 4 |
Feb 26 |
Prayer in Scriptures/Prayer in general/ Relationship with God |
Week 5 |
March 4 |
Acts of the Apostles/Church History |
Week 5 |
March 11 |
no class: spring break |
Week 6 |
March 18 |
Church History, cont’d |
Week 7 |
March 25 |
The Sacraments |
Week 8 |
April 1 |
Paschal Mystery/Easter |
Week 9 |
April 8 |
no class: Easter Sunday |
| Week 10 |
April 15 |
Paschal Mystery/Easter |
Week 10 |
April 22 |
What we believe/Nicene Creed/Apostles’ Creed |
Week 11 |
April 29 |
What now? What does it mean to be a Catholic? Do I have a relationship with God and others? What is life in the Spirit? |
Week 11 |
TBA |
Rehearsal - Time: TBD Location: St. Ignatius Church |
Week 12 |
TBA |
Confirmation Day - Time: TBD Location: St. Ignatius Church |