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

Becoming Catholic is one of life’s most profound and joyous experiences. Some are blessed enough to receive this great gift while they are infants, and, over time, they recognize the enormous grace that has been bestowed on them. Others enter the Catholic fold when they are older children or adults. 

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 have not received any or all of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Communion, Confirmation), we offer 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 baptised 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:
Alycia Valentiny
Director of Religious Education
574-282-2308, ext. 206
avalentiny@stasb.org