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Becoming a Catholic - OCIA Cathedral of St. John Berchmans

Becoming a Catholic – OCIA

Why OCIA?

OCIA is the procedure for unbaptized adults and adults of other Christian Churches to become members of the Catholic Church,  OCIA deeply touches all aspects of Church life. To search, to belong, to mature, to be nourished, to continue growing, to love and be loved: these and others are fundamental stirrings of the human heart. Our lives are lived in a manner of seeking satisfaction of these very deep hungers throughout the journey of life. OCIA is the experience of discovering that one’s journey is caught up in the mystery of God’s loving plan for all people.

What is Involved?

  1. Fill out the Inquiry Form below
  2. Meet several times with our Director of Faith Formation
  3. Attend Mass and develop a life of prayer
  4. Participate in the Rites throughout the program
  5. Provide records if already Baptised

Please contact Sarah Romanski at either (318) 221-5296 ext.118 or sromanski@sjbcathedral.org to set up an introductory meeting.  This meeting will provide you with more specific information pertaining to the OCIA process.

O.C.I.A. Inquiry Form

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