At its core, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process for people who would like to know more about the Roman Catholic faith. Its most obvious application is for those who desire to be received into full communion with the Catholic Church. RCIA is the process by which interested people learn about, participate in, and eventually become fully initiated members of the Catholic Church. We believe it should be a period of reflection, prayer, instruction, discernment, and formation.
Yet, even the most robust, well-structured, and successful RCIA process is not simply a one-time experience in catechetical instruction; rather, it is truly the beginning of a life-long conversion process. At St. Monica, we desire to help all of our parishioners discern the call of God in their life. We seek to help each person answer those universal questions of humanity: Why was I created? What am I to do? How do I find true happiness? What is the purpose of suffering? What is love? Where do I find peace?
And so this RCIA page is created with both our RCIA aspirants as well as our entire parish in mind. We hope it provides an additional resource for information on the Catholic faith for those seeking to walk ever closer to Christ. We fellow Catholics realize that Christ’s call to follow Him involves a journey of life-long conversion.
For more information on RCIA or how to be part of this ministry, please contact Maria Rocha mrocha@stmonicachurch.org or at 214-358-1453 Ext. 7131.
RCIA for the 2023-2024 year will be held on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. The first day of RCIA this year will be on August 7, 2023.
As part of class preparation, we use Symbolon a series of videos that explores in-depth the essentials of the Catholic Faith.
To access the Symbolon videos, you will need to log in to Formed.org.
To log in click “Sign Up” in the upper right corner of the screen. Then click on “Sign Up as a Parishioner” in the center of the screen. Type “75220” in the box and then click on “St Monica”. Click “Next”. Enter your name and email address (you must be able to access your email to sign in each time you want to watch a video). Click “Sign Up”.
Feel free to navigate the many sources provided by FORMED. However, the only resource used directly for RCIA will be Symbolon.
UNITED STATES CATHOLIC CATECHISM for ADULTS
Another resource used as preparation for classes in the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults it includes stories, doctrine, reflections, quotations, discussion questions, and prayers to lead the reader to a deepening faith.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church is a compilation of the teachings of the Catholic Doctrine in regard to faith and morals. All the teachings presented in RCIA use the Catechism as a point of reference along with Scripture.
Participation in a spiritual retreat during formation is offered to candidates and catechumen to experience a personal and prayerful time with Christ. (Date provided when registered)
RCIA is open to anyone, Christian or non-Christian, who genuinely seeks to explore the possibility of joining the Catholic Christian faith community. RCIA includes a substantial amount of instruction in the teachings of the Church. But first and foremost, RCIA is a process of conversion; it is about changing the heart and transforming the spirit.
Welcome to St. Monica RCIA!
We are sorry you missed the 2023-2024 RCIA Registration! Please email Maria Rocha, mrocha@stmonicachurch.org for more information. We will open our online registration for 2024-2025 RCIA Formation in May 2024.
Thank you for your interest in joining St. Monica RCIA Sponsor team. A RCIA sponsor is an active Catholic willing to accompany a Catechumen or Candidate who is going through the RCIA process. The role of a sponsor is essential for those seeking to join the Catholic Church through the Sacraments of Initiation. It is your testimony of faith, love, and devotion to the Catholic Church, that will help them experience the action of the Holy Spirit in someone who lives and practice the faith.
It is a special time of commitment that includes your participation during the RCIA sessions, retreats, Rites, Scrutinies, and Easter Vigil.
What are the requirements to be a RCIA sponsor?
Registered and active member at St. Monica Catholic Church (or at another Catholic Church)
If you are interested in being part of the RCIA sponsor team, please fill out this application.
Or email Maria Rocha, mrocha@stmonicachurch.org for more information.
Every Monday night a ministry or family hosts a supper for our candidates and catechumen preparing to join the Catholic Church. If you are interested in preparing a meal or would like to financially contribute to one, please contact Maria Rocha,
When ministries host a supper they are invited to talk about their ministry to create awareness of the service and activities they provide to the parish and community and invite the candidates/catechumen to become future members.
Catholic Answers is an online resource that provides trustworthy Catholic information. The website includes a database of questions answered and apologists to respond to any questions.
Eternal World Television Network (EWTN) provides Catholic programming including talk shows, children's shows, documentaries, and plenty more.
Catholics Come Home provides an interactive, user-friendly website for those interested in learning more about Catholicism or those coming back to the Church.
Word on Fire is Fr. Barron's website which provides informative videos and commentaries.
FORMED - CATHOLIC CONTENT ALL IN ONE PLACE
St. Monica has a new online subscription to the best Catholic content all in one place! Formed can be accessed on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Formed includes informative and inspiring teaching from renowned speakers such as Scott Hahn, Edward Sri, Fr. Robert Barron, and more. Programs address Adult Faith Formation, Marriage Preparation & Enrichment, Scripture Study, RCIA, Sacrament Preparation, movies on the lives of the Saints, and more! To get started visit: and register using our parish code: JT85TX.