O.C.I.A., the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, is the process where we explore and learn about Jesus Christ as well as the Catholic Church’s teachings about him. OCIA meets weekly, from late September through Easter.  Classes are relaxed and informative. 

Perhaps there is something missing in your life? Do you have questions about this wonderfully mysterious person, Jesus Christ? Would you like to know and experience God’s love for you personally? Would you like to hear more about the age-old teachings of the Catholic Church? If so, give us a call! We may have what you are seeking. We are part of a 2,000 year old tradition and can help you find some answers. Know that as we seek Him, He has already sought and found us, and wishes to share the fullness of His divine life with us.

Like a lingering whisper in the silence of the night, the Lord comes to us.  He has created us for Himself and sometimes our hearts feel restless, sensing that there is something more to life than we know.  God often comes noiselessly, not like a strong wind or in the earthquake or in the fire, but as a still small voice (1 Kings 19:11).  St. Augustine, an early Church writer and convert (+431), wrote of this inner disquiet: “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.” His invitation is that we seek Him and open ourselves to Him.  And as we respond, He will draw us into a never-ending journey of delight, happiness, and peace.  And His love will know no end.

“Speak now to God and say with your whole heart: I seek your face; your face, Lord, I desire.”-- from the Proslogian by St. Anselm (1078)

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CATHOLIC? 

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA - formerly RCIA) is the process by which one becomes a member of our Catholic faith. The first step is the Period of Inquiry which will begin this fall. This stage is a time for searching, questioning, discussing and reflecting. No decision is required during this period. · The OCIA is designed for those who have never been baptized, those who have no church to call their own; · Catholics who have been baptized but have not received Confirmation or Eucharist and would like to come into full communion with the Church; Catholics who have strayed from their faith but would now like to be reconnected. 

To indicate your interest contact Fr. Francis Frazer at 724-627-7568, at the St. Ann Office of St. Matthias Parish. Please leave a message with your name, phone number and interest in OCIA Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is a series of basic instruction in the Catholic faith 

Classes are currently meeting on Tuesday evenings at 6:00PM at the St. Ann Social Hall in the Bell Room. 

For more information contact Fr. Francis Frazer at 724-627-7568