SAINT THOMAS OF VILLANOVA PARISH
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WELCOME TO RCIA...       
Rite of Christian Initiation
To have someone contact you click here.
Coordinator of the RCIA program is
Kraig Null (RCIA@stvparish.org) | 
Contact: Kraig Null          

DO YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT BECOMING
A CATHOLIC OR COMPLETING SACRAMENTS?

Saint Thomas of Villanova Parish offers year round opportunities for people seeking more information about the Catholic Faith, the Sacraments and living the Christian Life. These opportunities are for adults who would like to inquire about following Jesus and becoming a member of the Catholic Church, or, if you are already a baptized Christian, would like to become a Catholic, or, if you are already a baptized Catholic, would like to receive Confirmation and Holy Communion. There are many people like yourself inquiring and we are ready to answer your questions. Members of our RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation) team will be hosting several “open house” informational sessions at the Parish Center in Rosemont. 
To stay updated Check the website / bulletin

UPCOMING EVENTS: 

RCIA WEEKLY HANDOUTS
and READINGS 2020

February 
Handout

February 
Handout

March 
Handout

March 
Handout
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March 
Handout 
 
March 
Handout

RCIA Calendar

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Liturgical Calendar 2018

Educational Videos

Sacraments 101
Ignite your Faith Video Series
Saints Resources

CALENDAR &  EVENTS
Ignite your Faith Video Series

Apprentices In Faith Library

RCIA Calendar 

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Annual Schedule of Mass Readings
​and Reflections for Years
  • A (2017)
  • B (2018)
  • C (2016)

QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
Welcome to the Rite of Christian Initiation of  Adults
Frequently asked questions
Can you answer "Yes" to any of these questions:

Are you  interested in  learning more about the Catholic Church?
 Are you unbaptized but recognize a need for spirituality in your life? 
 Are you baptized Catholic but never completed your initiation, that is, celebrated Confirmation of Eucharist?
Are you or baptized Christian in another denomination but desire to become a Catholic Christian? 
Are you a fully initiated Catholic who never received any formal  
religious education?
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass  but just don't know what the next step is to become one of the Catholic faithful? 

Resources
​Catholic Prayers & Practices
​Confirmation
Registration Form

​Overview of the Rite of Christian Initiation
Key Teachings
​Celebrating the Lord's Day
Confirmation Quiz
​What it Means to be a Sacramental People
Parts of the Mass
Liturgical Participation
​Praying with Body, Mind and Voice
Words in the Roman Missal

Rite of Christian Initiation of  Adults
Frequently asked questions
 
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the place for you. Every year adults are welcomed into the Catholic Community through RCIA. It is a learning and loving process in which conversion of the heart brings you to Jesus Christ who is our Lord and Savior.
 
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process of discerning and ritualizing stages of gradual conversion. Initiation of adults belongs to all the baptized. The process is about a relationship over time with both God and the Catholic community. It is the Church's method of a faith journey of conversion.

The process has no time frame. Conversion occurs  on God's time; not our time. The RCIA conversion process consists of four periods. The amount of time spent in each phase is dependent on individual needs and feelings.
The Period of Evangelization or  Precatechumenate 
The Period of The Catechumenate A  Brief History 
The Period of Purification and Enlightenment Mystagogy 
 
At the end of each period, a rite is  celebrated to signify the continuation of the process until the sacraments of  initiation are celebrated. The rites are: 
 
  The Rite of  Acceptance (into the Order  of the Catechumens) 
 
  The Rite of  Election 
  
  Celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation



 




Villanova Church | 800 E. Lancaster Ave  | Villanova, PA  19085
​Rosemont Chapel | 1229 E. Lancaster Ave | Rosemont, PA  19010
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St. Thomas of Villanova Parish Office | 1229 E. Lancaster Ave | Rosemont, PA  19010 | Phone: 610.525.4801 | Fax: 610.525.6041  ​
  • HOME
    • Augustinians
    • PASTORS PAGE 2
    • Archdiocese
    • Pope Francis Statements & Updates
  • Parish Ministries
    • Parish Councils >
      • Pastoral Council
      • Finance Council
      • Stewardship Council
    • Christian Service >
      • Christian Service Information >
        • In God's Hands
    • Family Life >
      • Mom's Group
      • Person with Disabliites
      • Stewardship Camp
    • Mercy Ministry
    • Music Ministry >
      • Musical Advent Calendar
      • Director Ted Latham
      • Cantor Ministry
      • Instrumentalists
      • Music Director's Corner
      • Parish Choir
      • Laetate Ringers
      • Teen Music Ministry
      • Youth Choir
      • Holy Week 2020
    • Pastoral Care Ministry
    • Young Adults
    • Youth Ministry >
      • Blaze
      • CYO
  • Sacraments
    • Baptism
    • Reconciliation
    • Eucharist
    • Confirmation
    • Marriage
    • Anointing of the Sick
    • Becoming Catholic - RCIA
    • Liturgy
  • Catholic Education
    • Pre School
    • REP Grades K - 7th
    • Adult Faith Formation >
      • Bible Study & Prayer
      • Women's Bible Study - Walking with Purpose
      • Men's Gatherings
    • Parochial Education
  • Social Justice
    • ANTI - RACISM
    • WATCH
  • Stewardship Life
    • Parish Stewardship Ministries
    • Stewardship Finance Report
    • Information on Stewardship Grants
    • Stock Gifts-Instructions