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St. Linus Catholic Church 6466 Evangeline - Dearborn Heights, Michigan 48127 Phone: 313-274-4500 - Fax: 313-562-2821 |
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Christian Service - Deacon Jerry Schiffer, Director 313-274-4500 ext. 104 - deaconjerry@stlinusparish.org |
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RCIA: An Invitation... | How can you join the Catholic Church? Have You Always Wanted to Receive the Sacrament of Confirmation? Twice a year Archbishop Vigneron confirms adults at the cathedral. This provides a regular opportunity for adults who are baptized and have received first communion to receive the sacrament of confirmation. It is common for active Catholics to be embarrassed that for one reason or another they missed confirmation. Sometimes it was because they moved. Sometimes because of personal or family sickness. Sometimes the result of a personal decision we might regret. Or maybe we just were not ready. Regardless, the important thing is that there is something you can do about it. You do not have to go through RCIA just to be confirmed. The preparation is not difficult. Call our Pastoral Associate, Deacon Jerry Schiffer to see how you can finally get confirmed. AN INVITATION TO JOIN THE CHURCH Every year the Catholic Church welcomes thousands of new members through a process known as RCIA. The letters stand for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, and through the RCIA, interested men, women and children come to know the presence of God in their lives. The RCIA process allows us as a parish community to welcome new “family members” into our community. During the weeks of instruction and preparation that are part of the RCIA process, the parish family supports their entry into the Church, prays for them, and helps them understand Catholic prayer, worship, beliefs and activities.
In the RCIA process, we are always interested in new inquiries. If you or someone you know would like to become a Catholic, or if you were baptized Catholic but have never celebrated Eucharist or Confirmation, contact Deacon Jerry at the Parish Office (313-274-4500). We will be happy to have you as part of our RCIA process.
How you can join the Catholic Church Who are we? | Why join the Catholic Church? How you can become a member | What if you change your mind? What do you do now? | RCIA Topics | More Information
Catholics are disciples of Jesus Christ and we seek to follow the path that He has marked for us, which calls on us to love God and each other. The choice to follow Jesus is not always easy. Much of what we believe is counter-cultural and calls each one of us into a special relationship with God. By choosing to follow Jesus, we choose to live our lives in a particular way – His way. We are guided by Sacred Scripture and the teachings of the Church, and our pilgrimage is made easier since we walk together in faith.
If you are asking the question, perhaps God is leading you to an answer. We believe you will find the fullness of Christianity in the teaching of the Catholic Church. Acceptance of Jesus Christ as your personal savior may not provide an immediate answer to all your problems, but as a Christian you will experience a joy that can be found in no other way. Only you can truly answer the question about joining our Church. Jesus invites us to follow Him. The Catholic Church invites you to come and see the way we live our Christian call. Join us, watch us, and observe our worship service, preaching, sacraments, teaching, and simple day-to-day living.
You can seek membership in the Catholic Church through a process known as RCIA – the “Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.” A similar program runs concurrently each year for children who want to join our community. The RCIA offers you the opportunity to learn how a relationship with God can change your life. It is an opportunity to see what the Catholic Church believes and how we live our faith. Many people have preconceived ideas about the Catholic Church. In the RCIA process, we will study the Scriptures, discuss Catholic teaching, and most importantly, get a true, good and honest idea about what the Catholic Church is really all about.
That’s always your choice. Each of us chooses the path that he or she will walk in this life. By coming to an RCIA meeting, you’re not making a commitment to join the Church. This is a time to explore and have your questions answered. Along the way, you will decide if the Catholic Church is to become your home. Though the RCIA process, thousands of people in Southeastern Michigan join the Catholic Church each year.
Searching for truth is perhaps the most important thing we can do in our lives. If you have questions, or are interested in finding out about the RCIA, contact Deacon Jerry Schiffer at the parish offices at (313) 274-4500.
Among the Topics to be Covered in the RCIA Process: Discipleship/What it means to be a Christian Images of God Scripture and Tradition The Catechism as a Source of Catholic Teaching Mary, the Mother of God, in Scripture How do we pray? What are Devotions? The Mass What are Sacraments? The Apostles' Faith in Action God's Will in your Life Apostolic Succession, Infallibility How We are Saved Catholic Perspective on Suffering Lenten Practices Sin and the Ten Commandments The Paschal Mystery/Christ's Suffering, Death and Resurrection For information about Sacraments, the RCIA Program (Right of Christian Initiation for Adults), or any other Christian Service Matters, contact Deacon Jerry Schiffer at (313) 274-4500.
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