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RCIA “Come and See” Inquiry Sessions

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“Come and see”.

It is a time when we begin to identify individuals who have a desire to join the Church or to learn more about the Catholic faith. If you or someone you know might be interested, Inquiry Sessions are for you. "Inquiry" in the Catholic Church is sometimes compared to the first stages of exploring a new friendship. It is a time when we begin to identify individuals who have a desire to join the Church or to learn more about the Catholic faith. It is a time to meet others who may have hopes and histories similar to our own. Inquiry gatherings are informal discussions centered around the different topics of the Catholic faith, and questions and comments that arise within the group. There is no obligation to join the Church…just come and see. At the end of the 14 week Inquiry period, if you decide to continue on in RCIA, sessions will meet at 9:00 a.m. Mass on Sundays.

Who can attend Inquiry?

Anyone who wants to learn more about God’s love and how it is expressed within the Catholic Church is invited to attend.

These sessions are particularly appropriate for:

Anyone who has never had a personal relationship with God or known about His love
Anyone who has been baptized but has not been active in a faith community
Anyone who is active in another faith community but who feels drawn to the Catholic faith
Anyone who wishes to develop a better understanding of the Catholic faith
Anyone who is engaged or married to a Catholic but is not Catholic themselves
Parents who are not Catholic but whose children are being raised Catholic
Adults who were baptized as Catholic but who have not yet received the Sacrament of Confirmation
Catholics who want to learn more about the Catholic faith

Friends and spouses of Inquirers

How do I become part of Inquiry?

Contact the parish office at 225.665.5359 or email for information on the next meeting time.

What should I do as part of Inquiry?

Bring your questions about the Christian faith and the Catholic Church and be willing to listen to what others have to say about their faith journey.

How long does Inquiry last?

Sessions are 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. every Thursday beginning August 16th and continue until the Advent Season (December 2). A light supper is served from 6:30-7:00. Sometimes faith is likened to a journey where we don’t know the exact route. Inquiry is part of that journey and each individual journeys at his or her own pace. We trust that the Spirit will lead us and allow the journey to “take as long as it takes”.Our hope is that you come to understand and appreciate the Catholic faith more fully.

What is the difference between Inquiry and RCIA?

Inquiry is the first step in RCIA which is the process for most adults who join the Catholic Church. However, Inquiry is also a way for anyone to learn more about the Catholic faith. Those who desire to become Catholic will continue through the RCIA process and further spiritual formation within the Catholic faith. Others may feel the Spirit is not leading them to the Catholic Church at this time. Each individual is free to make the choice appropriate for themselves.
When Jesus first encountered potential disciples (John 1:38-39), he asked them “What do you want?” They in turn asked him where he lived, and Jesus’ response was, “Come and see”. That is what Inquiry is about: helping you discern what it is you are looking for -- “What do you want?” -- and then, “Come and see” if that need can be met here. We pray for God’s blessings, wherever your journey may lead.