The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process and a journey, which seeks to lead adults into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ within the Catholic Church. People who might choose to make this journey include those who may be unbaptized, those baptized in other faith traditions, and baptized Catholics who wish to receive additional sacraments. We welcome those interested in becoming members of the Catholic Church, as well as those Catholics who have been away from the practice of their faith and are considering a return to active participation.
If you are an adult (age 18 and up) interested in registering for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and need Baptism (RCIA), please contact our parish office at: 707-257-2555 or email Paul Rogers at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
If you are a batized adult and are interested in registering for Adult Confirmation, please click here: https://stasparish.
If you are interested in learning more about this process, please contact Valentina DeLuna in the Parish Office at 707-257-2555.
For adults today, the Church, after the Second Vatican Council, has restored the order of the Catechumenate in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). It outlines the steps for the formation of catechumens, bringing their conversion to the faith to a greater maturity. It helps them respond more deeply to God's gracious initiative in their lives and prepares them for union with the Church community. This process is meant to form them into the fullness of the Christian life and to become disciples of Jesus, their teacher.