The Sacraments

The seven sacraments shape us into a sacramental people. They do so by revealing God’s saving grace in the most significant moments of our lives—like birth, healing, forgiveness, sharing a meal. Formed in such a fashion, we look for and can become the mediation of God’s saving grace in our lives, relationships and all of creation.



Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
(RCIA)


Interested in joining the Catholic Church or learning more about what it means to be Catholic?

The RCIA is for you if:

1. You are not baptized and are interested in being baptized as a Catholic;
2. You have been baptized in another Christian denomination and are interested in joining the Catholic Church;
3. You have been baptized Catholic and seek First Eucharist and/or Confirmation, and you have not had any significant religious education;
4. You seek greater understanding of what it means to be a Catholic Christian.

The RCIA begins at the end of September. It consists of weekly classes which allow participants to learn and ask questions about the essentials of Catholic beliefs. During this time, participants are encouraged to explore the ways God is calling them through prayer and involvement in the faith community. The RCIA culminates in the conferral of the Sacraments of Initiation shortly after Easter. Interested persons should contact Jo Ellen Miller, Director of Sacramental Preparation (x2439, jmiller@wju.edu).

Confirmation

Campus Ministry prepares Catholics who have been baptized and have received First Communion for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Confirmation is usually celebrated shortly after Easter. Interested persons should meet with Jo Ellen Miller, Director of Sacramental Preparation (x2439, jmiller@wju.edu) in the Fall semester to determine when confirmation preparation should begin.