RCIA Process Difference

[Keithi]

How is the RCIA process different for a baptized Christian than a non-baptized Christian or non-Christian?

Since I am in the process of taking RCIA with full intentions to become Catholic, I am more curious each day to how this works…

I know that during the RCIA there are several Rites… Rite of Acceptance/Welcome, Rite of Election, and then others that slip my mind at the moment.

So as a baptized Christian, what can/should I expect to take place as I continue on my journey until I finally am confirmed on Easter Vigil of 2009?

 

[dhgray]

How is the RCIA process different for a baptized Christian than a non-baptized Christian or non-Christian?

Since I am in the process of taking RCIA with full intentions to become Catholic, I am more curious each day to how this works…

I know that during the RCIA there are several Rites… Rite of Acceptance/Welcome, Rite of Election, and then others that slip my mind at the moment.

The only real difference is “non-baptized Christian or non-Christian” will be baptized before they confirm…just one extra step.

So as a baptized Christian, what can/should I expect to take place as I continue on my journey until I finally am confirmed on Easter Vigil of 2009?

Keep an open mind and ask lots of questions. We are here for you. WELCOME to the family

 

[SuscipeMeDomine]

How is the RCIA process different for a baptized Christian than a non-baptized Christian or non-Christian?

Since I am in the process of taking RCIA with full intentions to become Catholic, I am more curious each day to how this works…

I know that during the RCIA there are several Rites… Rite of Acceptance/Welcome, Rite of Election, and then others that slip my mind at the moment.

So as a baptized Christian, what can/should I expect to take place as I continue on my journey until I finally am confirmed on Easter Vigil of 2009?

There is both the theory and the practice of receiving a baptized Christian into the Church.

In theory, the baptized are treated very differently from the catechumens. They are welcomed as candidates and go through a suitable period of catechesis, then make a profession of faith and are confirmed and receive the Eucharist. They don’t have to wait for the Easter vigil as catechumens do, and they can be received into the Church whenever they’re ready.

You mention the Rite of Election but that is something you won’t do as someone who is already baptized.

You will probably have classes with the catechumens to learn about the faith. You shouldn’t be dismissed from Mass or take part in breaking open the word – again, that is for the unbaptized.

You should probably talk with your RCIA director to see how your particular parish handles things. Some do a better job of recognizing and honoring someone’s baptism than others.

 

[Joannm]

How is the RCIA process different for a baptized Christian than a non-baptized Christian or non-Christian?

Since I am in the process of taking RCIA with full intentions to become Catholic, I am more curious each day to how this works…

I know that during the RCIA there are several Rites… Rite of Acceptance/Welcome, Rite of Election, and then others that slip my mind at the moment.

So as a baptized Christian, what can/should I expect to take place as I continue on my journey until I finally am confirmed on Easter Vigil of 2009?

There is a difference. Baptized Christians should not be treated the same as catechumens although they may be catechised together. Baptized Christians or Candidates are not signed at the ri\Rte of Acceptance. In actually, they are not accepted but welcomed. It can be done at the same time or not done at all. Candidates are not dismissed from Mass. They do not go to the Rite of Election or sign the book of the Elect. Thier is a Rite of Continuing Conversion that they participate in insted. They do not participate in the scrutinities nor are they anointed with the Oil of the Catechumens. They do not take part in any of the Optional Rites for the Catechumenate. They do not receive the Lord’s Prayer or the Creed. They also DO NOT have to wait for the Easter Vigil to be brought into the Church. They can make theri profession of faith and receive Eucharist and COnfirmation whenever the pastor feels they are ready. Also Candidates have to go to confession before they are received into the CHurch.

 

[Br.Rich_SFO]

How is the RCIA process different for a baptized Christian than a non-baptized Christian or non-Christian?

Since I am in the process of taking RCIA with full intentions to become Catholic, I am more curious each day to how this works…

I know that during the RCIA there are several Rites… Rite of Acceptance/Welcome, Rite of Election, and then others that slip my mind at the moment.

So as a baptized Christian, what can/should I expect to take place as I continue on my journey until I finally am confirmed on Easter Vigil of 2009?

As a Baptized Christian you are already in a way although imperfectly united to the Mystical Body of Christ. After a period of Inquiry with your sponsor, you will be invited to participate in the Rite of Welcome. You will then spend several months studying the Catholic Faith and Practice. Then when ready you will be invited to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and then be received into full union with the Catholic Church by the Rite of Reception and be Confirmed and receive First Holy Communion. As a Baptized Christian you can be received into full union with the Church whenever you, your pastor and Sponsor feel you are ready, you do not have to wait until the Easter Vigil.