RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Schedule 2009-2010
RCIA Director:
RCIA Team:
- Msgr. Anthony M. Tocco Pastor
- Rev. Michael Wilkes Associate Pastor
- Dc. Michael Smith Deacon
- Dc. Oscar Brown Deacon
- Sr. Barbara Rund, OP Pastoral Associate
- Ms. Mitzi Bucchi Coordinator of Religious Education
Resources:
- The Faith Connection and Echoes of Faith PLUS (Allen, Texas: National Conference for Catechetical Leadership [NCCL], Resources for Christian Living [RCL], 2008
A. Period of Evangelization and Precatechumenate
This is a time for inquiry and introduction to Gospel values, an opportunity for the beginnings of faith.
Initial Meeting:
An initial meeting will take place with the candidate and the Pastoral Associate (Sr. Barbara Rund, OP), in order to discuss the process of the RCIA. The candidate is to arrange for an appointment, at his or her convenience (barbara.rund@sthugo.org) or 248-644-5460.
Inquiry Sessions:
Inquiry sessions will take place with the candidate(s) and the Pastoral Associate.
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DATE
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TIME
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TOPIC
10am-11:45am Formation
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STAFF
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May-Aug.
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To be determined individually
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Initial Interviews
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Sr. Barb
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Aug. 2
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10-11:45am
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Welcome and Introduction to the RCIA process, Brief History of the Church
Tour of St. Hugo of the Hills Church
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Sr. Barb
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Aug. 9
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10-11:45am
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Welcome and Introduction to the RCIA process, and
Brief History of the Church
Tour of St. Hugo of the Hills Church
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Sr. Barb
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Aug. 16
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10-11:45am
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The Liturgical Year
Tour of St. Hugo of the Hills Church
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Sr. Barb
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Aug. 23
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10-11:45am
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Preparation for the Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens
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Sr. Barb
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B. First Step: Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens
This is the 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.
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DATE
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TIME
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TOPIC
10am Mass, 10:30am Scripture, 11am Break, 11:10am-12noon Formation
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STAFF
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Aug. 30
Rite
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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Rite: Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens
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Sr. Barb
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C. Period of the Catechumenate
This is the time for the nurturing and growth of the Catechumens/Candidates faith and conversion to God; celebrations of the word, and prayers of exorcism and blessing, are to assist the process.
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DATE
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TIME
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TOPIC
10am Mass, 10:30am Scripture, 11am Break, 11:10am-12:30pm Formation
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STAFF
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Sept. 6
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No Session
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Labor Day Weekend
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no
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Sept. 13
Th-Sept.17, 7pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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1.1 Scriptures - What is the Bible?
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Sr. Barb
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Sept. 20
Th-Sept.17, 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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1.2 Scriptures - Why is the Bible Holy?
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Sr. Barb
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Sept. 27
Th-Sept.24, 7pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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1.3 Scriptures - What’s in the Bible?
Preparation for the Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens
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Sr. Barb
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Oct. 4
Th-Sept.24, 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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1.4 Scriptures - Jesus: The Alpha and the Omega
Rite: Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens
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Sr. Barb, Mitzi
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Oct. 11
Th-Oct.8, 7pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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2.1 Believe - God the Father
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Sr. Barb
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Oct. 18
Th-Oct.8, 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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2.2 Believe - God the Son
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Sr. Barb
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Oct. 25
Th-Oct.29, 7pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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2.3 Believe - God the Holy Spirit
Preparation for the Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens
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Sr. Barb
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Nov. 1
Th-Oct.29, 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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2.4 Believe - The Christian Creed
Rite: Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens
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Sr. Barb, Mitzi
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Nov. 8
Th-Dec.3, 7pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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4.1 Sacraments - What is Liturgy?
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Sr. Barb
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Nov. 15
Th-Dec.3, 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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4.2 Sacraments - Liturgy and Christian Identity
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Sr. Barb
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Nov. 22
Th-Dec.17, 7pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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4.3 Sacraments - Sacraments of Initiation
(Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist)
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Sr. Barb
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Nov. 29
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No Session
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Thanksgiving Weekend
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no
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Dec. 6
Th-Dec.17, 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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4.4 Sacraments - Sacraments of Healing and Service
(Matrimony, Holy Orders)
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Sr. Barb
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Dec. 13
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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Sacraments - Sacraments of Initiation
(Baptism, Confirmation)
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Msgr. Tony
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Dec. 20
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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Sacraments - Sacraments of Healing and Service
(Anointing, Reconciliation/Penance)
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Fr. Michael
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Dec. 22 (M)
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7pm
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Rite: Sacrament of Reconciliation, Communal Celebration
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Sr. Barb
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Dec. 27
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No Session
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Christmas Break
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no
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Jan. 3,2010
Th-Jan.14, 7pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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3.1 Morality - Foundations of the Moral Life
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Mitzi
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Jan. 10
Th-Jan.14, 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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3.2 Morality - Objective and Subjective Morality
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Mitzi
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Jan. 17
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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Sacraments - Sacraments of Healing and Service
(Matrimony, Holy Orders)
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Dc. Mike
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DATE
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TIME
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TOPIC
10am Mass, 10:30am Scripture, 11am Break, 11:10am-12:30pm Formation
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STAFF
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Jan. 24
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
2-4pm Retreat
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BBT Vicariate RCIA Retreat Day at St. Hugo
This is a retreat day for all catechumens, candidates, spouses, and sponsors from the BBT Vicariate parishes.
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BBT Team
Speaker
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Jan. 31
Th-Jan.21, 7pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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3.3 Morality - The Morality of Human Actions
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Mitzi
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Feb. 3 (W)
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(refer to Bulletin)
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Rite: Feast of St. Blaise + Blessing of Throats
6:10am Mass, or 8:30am Mass, or 5pm Ltg. of Word, or 7:30pm Holy Hour
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Sr. Barb
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Feb. 7
Th-Jan.21, 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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3.4 Morality - Conscience and God’s Law
(RCIA robes for Feb. 21)
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Mitzi
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Feb. 14
Th-Feb.4, 7pm & 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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5.1 Prayer - What is Prayer? (Mary and the Rosary)
5.2 Prayer - How Do We Pray?
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Mitzi
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Feb.17(W)
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(refer to Bulletin)
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Rite: Ash Wednesday + Distribution of Ashes
6:10am, or 9am, or 12noon, or 7pm Masses, or 5pm Ltg of Word, or 7:00pm Mass
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Sr. Barb
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D. Second Step: Election or Enrollment of Names
This is the liturgical rite by which the Church formally ratifies the Catechumens’ readiness for the Sacraments of Initiation and the catechumens, now the elect, express the will to receive these sacraments. At the same time, the Church formally ratifies the Candidates’ readiness for the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist and/or the reception into the full communion of the Catholic Church.
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DATE
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TIME
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TOPIC
10am Mass, 10:30am Scripture, 11am Adjourn
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STAFF
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Feb. 21
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
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Rite: Sending of the Catechumens for Election or
Rite: Election or Enrollment of Names at the Cathedral
Saturday, Feb.20 = 2pm, 5pm
Sunday, Feb. 21 = 2pm, 5pm
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Mitzi
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E. Period of Purification and Enlightenment
This is the time immediately preceding the Elects’ initiation; it is a time of reflection, intensely centered on conversion, marked by the celebration of the scrutinies. Candidates will receive First Reconciliation.
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DATE
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TIME
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TOPIC
10am Mass, 10:30am Scripture, 11am Break, 11:10am-12:30pm Formation
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STAFF
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Feb. 19, 26, Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26 (F)
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7pm Fridays of Lent
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Rite: Stations of the Cross
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priests & deacon
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Feb. 28
Th-Feb.11, 8pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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Rite: Presentation of the Creed and the Lord’s Prayer
5.4 Prayer - The Our Father
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Mitzi
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Mar. 7
Th-Feb.11, 7pm
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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Rite: First Scrutiny
5.3 Prayer - The Prayerful Life
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Mitzi
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Mar. 14
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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Rite: Second Scrutiny
Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist
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Msgr. Tony
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Mar. 21
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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Rite: Third Scrutiny
Sacrament of Penance
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Fr. Michael
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Mar. 28
Palm Sunday
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10am Mass
10:30am Scripture
11:10am Formation
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Preparation for Holy Week and the Holy Week Liturgies
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Sr. Barb, Mitzi
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Mar.30 (Tu)
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7pm
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Rite: Sacrament of Reconciliation, Communal Celebration
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Sr. Barb, Mitzi
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F. Third Step: Celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation
This is the liturgical rite by which the elect are initiated through Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist; and, the Candidates who are already baptized Christians receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist and/or the reception into the full communion of the Catholic Church.
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DATE
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TIME
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TOPIC
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STAFF
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Apr. 1
Holy Thursday
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7pm
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Rite: Mass of the Lord’s Supper
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Sr. Barb, Mitzi
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Apr. 2
Good Friday
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1-3pm
7-9pm
Required
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Rite: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
Rehearsal for the Easter Vigil for Elect and their Sponsors
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Sr. Barb, Mitzi
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Apr. 3
Easter Vigil
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8-11pm
Required
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Rite: Celebration of Baptism and the Rite of Reception into the Catholic Church
Easter Vigil
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Sr. Barb, Mitzi
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Apr. 4
Easter
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No Session
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Easter
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no
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G. Period of “Immediate” Mystagogy or Postbaptismal Catechesis
This is the time, usually the Easter season, following the celebration of initiation, during which the newly initiated experience being fully part of the Christian by means of pertinent catechesis and particularly by participation with all the faithful in the Sunday Eucharist celebration.
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DATE
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TIME
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TOPIC
10am Mass, 11:10am-12noon Formation
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STAFF
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Apr. 11
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10am Mass
11:10am Formation
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What was my experience of the Easter Vigil?
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Sr. Barb, Mitzi
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Apr. 18
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10am Mass
11am Celebration
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Rite: Concluding Blessing and Celebration
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Sr. Barb, Mitzi
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H. Period of “Extended” Mystagogy or Postbaptismal Catechesis
This is the time, after the Easter season until the anniversary of Christian initiation, during which the neophytes assemble to deepen their Christian formation and incorporation into the full life of the Christian community.
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DATE
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TIME
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TOPIC
9:00am-10:00am Formation
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STAFF
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Fall 2010?
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2-4pm
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BBT Vicariate RCIA Annual Alumni Retreat at St. Hugo
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BBT Team
Speakers
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Note:
RCIA or Catechetical Sessions are repeated on Thursday Evenings in Parish Office Conference Room
- Session 1 = 7-8pm
- Session 2 = 8-9pm