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“And so I am sure confident that God, who began this good work in you, will carry it on until it is finished on the Day of Christ Jesus.” Philippians 1:6
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Explore the Catholic faith for the first time or
catch up on what you may have missed in Sunday school!
Come learn more about OCIA (formerly known as RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation)
- What is OCIA? Order of Christian Initiation
- If I attend the class am I obligated to join the church? There is no obligation but it is a beautiful first step in discerning if the Catholic Church is your spiritual home.
Who should join?- Do you have questions about life? What is the purpose?
- Are you interested in becoming Catholic and formally entering the Church?
- Do you wish to complete any missing Sacraments of Initiation?
- Have you been away from the faith but feel God calling you back?
- Do you want to learn more about why Catholics believe what they believe?
- Have you received all of your Catholic sacraments and would like to grow deeper in your faith?
Then this class is for you! Yes, Everyone!Catholicism 101 | OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Esta clase también se ofrece en español.This course is open to all interested in learning more about the Catholic faith. It will prepare for formally entering the Catholic Church for those prayerfully considering becoming Catholic.
Join Cathy Wideman, Director of Catechesis and Evangelization, from September through May.
Fall Class Schedule: September 25, 2024 - May 6, 2025
Wednesday evenings from 6-7:15 pm
Location: Shakopee Area Catholic School (SACS) campusWe ask for a donation of $60 to cover the cost of materials for the Catholicism 101 / OCIA course.
We welcome your participation in the class regardless of your ability to pay.
Find resources, registration, and payment information below.
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"Therefore leaving the elementary teaching about the Christ, let us press on to maturity,
not laying again a foundation of repentance from dead works
and of faith toward God." Hebrews 6:1
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Have questions?
What is OCIA?
Are you interested in becoming Catholic?
Find out more at
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REGISTRATION
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PAYMENT
ONLINE: Pay via our ePayment.
Scroll down to "Faith Formation Registration" and enter the quantity for Catholicism 101 / OCIA.
MAIL OR DROP OFF TO THE SJA OFFICE: Place your payment in the form of CASH or a CHECK to SJA in the collection basket clearly marked for Catholicism 101 or mail or drop off your payment to the Parish Office.
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Need Assistance?
If you are unable to pay in full at this time, contact us at [email protected] or 952-445-1319 to set up a payment plan or to request financial assistance. We must receive payment in full by March 31, 2024.
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QUESTIONS? Contact
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CWidemanssjacs.orgDirector of Catechesis & Evangelization (Habla Ingles y Español)
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"At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying,
‘Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?’
And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said,
‘Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children,
you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.’” Matthew 18:1-3
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