Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is the course for those who are interested in joining the Roman Catholic Church and for those interested in learning more about the Church.

We meet two(2) sessions per week, Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday morning at 9:45 a.m., after attending the 8:30 a.m. Mass.  With this format we are able to offer two (2) complete programs.  Thus Program-1 began Wed. September 5, 2007 and ended Sunday December 16, 2007 and Program -2 began Wednesday, January 9, 2008 and will finish Sunday April 27, 2008.  Wednesday sessions are held in Room 316/317 of Our Lady of Grace Parish Center and Sunday sessions are in Herbert Hall / gym, in conjunction with Adult Education.

Each program explores the History of the Church, the Creed, Sacred Scripture and Tradition, the Sacraments, Mary and the Saints, and Church organization.

Contact Deacon Pat O'Connor (ext. 1116 or deaconpat@saintcatherineofsiena.org) at the parish office for details.

Catholic adults wishing to attend the RCIA class as a refresher are most welcome.

Adult Enrichment

Adult Faith Enrichment meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in Room 202. This is an ongoing weekly session exploring current events, Sacred Scripture and traditions of our faith. All are welcome.

Bible Study

Bible Study sessions are held to assist parishioners in learning about their religious heritage. The small group atmosphere adds balance to our communal worship. As participants study God’s word, they share ideas about how to love and live as Christ teaches.

Morning Session meets Tuesday morning at 10:00 am in Room 218. We finish by 11:30 for all the Moms to pick up children and run errands. For more information contact Mary (770) 422-2780.

Evening Session -  Meets Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in Room 218.

Adult Education

The Catechism states that the faith of adults must be continually enlightened, developed, and protected.

Adult education meets Sunday Mornings during the months from September through May from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. in Herbert Hall.  Coffee and light refreshments are available.

These sessions help adults and young adults expand their knowledge and understanding of Catholic teachings, consider the impact of these teachings on daily life and grow to maturity in faith.

Schedule for September 2008 to May 2009 will be published shortly: