The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults goes by the abbreviation OCIA. OCIA provides adults and sometimes older children with the process to join the Catholic Church. The change from RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) to OCIA occurred to align with the original Latin title and enhance understanding of the process. The word "Order" helps clarify that Christian initiation exists as an ordered process and journey as opposed to a single rite.

Let's pray for everyone going through OCIA that they may feel peace and joy in their discernment!

If you are looking for a gift for someone entering the Church, we've got some great OCIA Gift Ideas!