Our adult faith formation ministry engages the particular needs and interests of adults in our local community. The adult faith formation ministry will provide a comprehensive presentation and exploration of the core elements of Catholic faith and practice-a complete initiation into a Catholic way of life. (USCCB, 2023)
Adult OCIA Registration
The Order of Christian initiation process is designed for adults who, after hearing the mystery of Christ proclaimed, consciously and freely seek the living God, and enter the way of faith and conversion as the Holy Spirit opens their hearts. By God’s help they will be strengthened spiritually during their preparation and at the proper time will receive the sacraments fruitfully.
Applications from baptized (candidates) are being accepted now through June 30, 2026, for the 2026 – 2027 OCIA process.
Download the registration form below. You may submit your registration form in person at the Faith Formation Office.
For more information, please contact Deacon Henry Eagar at 562.296.9028 or [email protected].
What is OCIA?
The OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults), also called the Catechumenate, is a process of initiation into the Catholic Community of Faith for persons who are experiencing a conversion in their lives and seeking either Christian baptism in the Catholic Church or full Communion with the Catholic tradition of Eucharist and Confirmation. It is a process which enables the study of the Gospels, Catholic Christian teaching, the acceptance of Christian values and morality, the development and deepening of a life of prayer and action with the support and involvement of the local Christian community. The OCIA is more than a course of instruction. It is a process of conversion, designed to meet the unique and individual needs of the participants.
Who is OCIA for?
- Those who were baptized Catholic as infants but never received religious education, Confirmation, or First Eucharist.
- Non-Catholics who want to find out more about the Catholic Faith
- Those who want to join the Catholic Church through Baptism, or Profession of Faith
What is the OCIA Process?
At St. Hedwig, our mission is to form loving disciples who will transform the world. Accordingly, we welcome people at every stage of their faith formation journey who desire to receive the sacraments of initiation or to become Catholic ages 18 and older.
Things to know:
1. Choose a sponsor who is a registered and active member of a Catholic parish, in line with the Catholic church, attending mass regularly, has received all the sacraments of initiation, and if married, has received the sacrament of Matrimony.
2. Meetings will be held on a weeknight and on occasion Sunday Mass followed by Sessions in the Prayer room.
3. A copy of your Birth certificate, and if applicable, your Baptism certificate is required with registration submission in person for interview. Please call to make an appointment.
4. The process is estimated to end on Pentecost Sunday 2027.
5. Please make sure that you can commit to all masses and sessions, as no absences are allowed, no make-up sessions are available. (Please speak with the Instructor/Team).
6. Select a Saint whose life and talents have meaning to you.
Adult Confirmation
Adult Confirmation is a process for baptized Catholics who want to complete their initiation into the Catholic Church by receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. It’s an opportunity for adults to renew their baptismal promises, receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and commit to living a Christian life.
Sessions are on Sundays:
- February 15, 2026 to May 24, 2026 (Pentecost)
- Each session begins with the 10 AM Mass
Registration Requirements:
- Submit a completed registration form in-person at the Faith Formation Office
- Submit certificate copies of Birth, Baptism, First Communion and Matrimony (if applicable)
- $60 Materials Fee.
Registration for 2026 has passed. Please check back for 2027 dates.
For more information, please contact the Faith Formation office at [email protected] or 562-296-9023.