The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults assists people who desire to come into full communion with the Catholic Church. The process is continuous so that anyone inquiring about membership is interviewed soon after initial inquiry is made.
 

 

Coming into full communion with the Catholic Church describes the process for entrance into the Catholic Church for already Baptized Christians. In most cases, these individuals make a Profession of Faith but are not Baptized again. To prepare for this reception, the people, (who are called Candidates) participate in a formation program to help them understand and experience the teachings and practices of the Catholic Church. Some preparation may be with non-Baptized people (called Catechumens) who are preparing for Baptism, the preparation for Candidates is different since they have already been Baptized and committed to Jesus Christ.  Many have also been active members of other Christian communities. The Candidates and Catechumens may be received into the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil or at another Sunday during the year depending on pastoral circumstances and readiness of the Candidate.                                                                                                      ~ USBCC
 

• Has never been Baptized
• Was Baptized Catholic, but did not receive First Holy Communion or Confirmation
• Was Baptized in a Christian Community, but is interested in the Catholic Church