The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults is a process, not a program.

The journey to full communion with Jesus and the Catholic Church looks different for each person. As a result, St. Luke no longer offers a one-size-fits-all “OCIA class”.  

Instead, we provide a variety of opportunities throughout the year for adults to be evangelized, catechized, and receive any necessary Sacraments (see below). This allows us to be more flexible in accommodating the circumstances of each individual seeking Sacraments, and allows each individual to move through the four periods of OCIA formation at their own pace.

If one is interested in becoming Catholic or receiving Sacraments, he or she should:

1. Sign up for OCIA -CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
2. And arrange to meet with the OCIA Coordinator or Director of Evangelization
   

During this initial meeting with the OCIA Coordinator or Director of Evangelization, a “plan of action” will be determined as well as an approximate timeline for the reception of needed Sacraments.

The timeline and “plan of action” for each person will be different based on the specific circumstances of his or her situation. However, adults seeking to become Catholic or receive Sacraments are typically asked to complete the following series offered at St. Luke, or their equivalent:

• Catholicism 101: What the Church Believes (10wks)
  • Thursdays at 6:30pm: August 14th - October 16th 2025
  • OR
  • Tuesdays at 6:30pm: January 6th - March 10th 2026
• Catholicism 201: How the Church Lives (6wks)
  • Tuesdays at 6:30pm: October 21st - November 25th 2025
  • OR
  • Thursdays at 6:30pm: January 8th - February 12th 2026
• An Introduction to the Sacraments (9wks)
  • Wednesdays at 6:30pm: June 4th - July 30th 2025
  • OR
  • Thursdays at 6:30pm: October 23rd - December 18th 2025

To view descriptions of each of these series, as well as the schedule of upcoming classes, CLICK HERE.

These series may be completed in any order, and each is offered multiple times during the year on a variety of days.

SIGN UP for OCIA HERE