Let the Church always be a place of mercy and hope, where everyone is welcomed, loved and forgiven. - Pope Francis.

Becoming Catholic is a profound and joyous experience. Some are blessed to receive this great gift when they are infants and others enter the Catholic fold when they are older children or adults.

In this unsteady world, Jesus invites you to experience a union with him that will bring peace and understanding. This relationship with him is lived in the life of the Church, where his light and love can shine through you! 

If you are interested in becoming Catholic

Welcome! To become Catholic, one receives the Sacraments of Initiation, which are Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation.  

If you are 18 years or older

If you are 18 years or odler and have not received any or all of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Communion, Confirmation), we invite you to consider enrolling in RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation. Learn more.

For children ages 8-18

If your child is between the ages of 8 and 18 and has not received any or all of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Communion, Confirmation), we have a version of RCIA for children called RCIC. Learn more. 

If you have already been baptized or received First Holy Communion

If you have already been baptized or received First Holy Communion and would like to receive the other Sacraments of Initiation, please contact us and we will be delighted to assist you.

For more information, please contact:
Fr. Ben Muhlenkamp
Pastor
574-282-2308
frben@stasb.org