Period of Inquiry

Period of Inquiry has as its purpose, a time:

to become acquainted with the Roman Catholic Church and
to hear the good news of salvation from Jesus Christ our Savior;
it is a time to look within at one’s one life story and see connections to or needs for the gospel story of good news.
During this period, the gospel of Jesus is proclaimed, and inquirers look within their own story to make and mark connections.
This reflective process becomes a continuing, on-going method used by inquirer and team member alike.
This period lasts as long as the person needs it to last, from a few months to several years, if necessary.
During this period, some may decide that this is not the right time for them to become a Catholic.

The Rite of Acceptance ( and Welcome) is a liturgical rite, marking the beginning of the catechumenate proper, as the candidates express and the Church accepts their intention to respond to God’s call to follow the way of Christ. (RCIA, Part 1)
This rite may be celebrated at any time of the year, and more than once during the liturgical year, as groups of candidates in the precatechumenate become ready to celebrate it.

For more information call Joyce Marie McCosco, (818) 216-5507