Converting to Catholicism: RCIA Tips

Reaching out to adults looking to convert to Catholicism and guiding them through RCIA is a key part of parish ministry. Today, Dave “Not a Mouth Breather” VanVickle and I discuss different ways to run an RCIA program at a parish and offer helpful tips in preparing adults to enter the Catholic Church.

Converting to Catholicism is a journey that must accompanied by the lives of the saints, community life, prayer and theology.

RCIA Core Themes:

It is important for RCIA candidates to understand these four key themes:

• God
• Faith
• Prayer
• Church Authority

Practical Takeaways

1. Do an audit of your parish/program website to make sure it’s easy to navigate for people looking to convert to Catholicism. Make sure you provide helpful information and resources for non-Catholics.
2. Weave in Catholic culture in your RCIA program. Include the saints, devotions, and prayer.
3. Don’t be afraid to ask hard questions in a loving manner as you guide RCIA candidates.

Resources

• Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com
• Text “EKSB” to 33-777 to subscribe and be added to Gomer and Dave’s email list
• Visit Dave’s website at www.thecatholictruthaboutangelsanddemons.com and www.artofevangelization.com
• Visit Mike’s website at www.layevangelist.com
• Catechist’s Field Guide to Confirmation
• Ascension is pleased to offer our new and improved online bible study programs and sacramental preparation programs digitally to help you minister with flexibility. Go to ascensionpress.com to view all our offerings!