If you are 18 years of age or older and have not received one or any of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Eucharist, and Confirmation), we invite you to consider enrolling in RCIA. This process prepares you, through the work of God's grace, to receive the Sacraments of Initiation and come into full communion with the Catholic Church. 

Before Jesus left this world to return to Heaven, he established the Church as a way to continue to be with His people. "Behold, I am with you always, even until the end of the age." (Matthew 28:20). RCIA gives you a chance to ask questions about things like: What is the purpose of life? How can I learn to pray? What steps do I need to take to become Catholic? Why does the Church teach certain things?  

If you would like more information about RCIA, please contact Fr. Arthur Joseph Ssembajja at [email protected]. 

We meet once a week from September through May to learn about Jesus and how to be His disciples. Adults who complete the RCIA process receive the necessary Sacraments at the Easter Vigil at St. Anthony de Padua Church on the evening of Holy Saturday. Download a detailed RCIA Process Map. 

Classes run from September-May

Classes began again each September, and will run from 9:15am-10:15am each Sunday, so that you could attend either the 8:15am or 10:30am Mass. 

All are invited to attend!

Classes are for those who are seeking to become Catholic, but anyone is invited to attend!

• Get an official copy of your Baptismal certificate if you have been baptized.

• If you have received First Holy Communion, please provide a certificate if possible.

• If you have received the sacrament of Confirmation, please provide a certificate of Confirmation if possible.

• Print and complete the RCIA Inquirer Information Sheet from the Diocese. Please return your completed form to the Parish Office.

• Please contact Fr. Arthur Joseph Ssembajja at [email protected]. Fr. Tyrell will work with you to determine where you are in the process of sacramental formation.