Catechumens

Become Catholic

A journey of conversion, not a registration process.

Open a personal starting point, prepare a parish conversation, or choose a source to read.

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Your next steps

  1. Choose your starting pointKeep a question and choose a short reading.
  2. Prepare a conversationFind official contacts and make a meeting checklist.
  3. Choose a small prayer practiceOpen its supporting resources and adjust the rhythm.

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Formation for this path.

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read · Jesus & Christianity

Meet Jesus in the Gospel of Luke

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read · Catholic foundations

Begin with Jesus

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Your first time at Mass

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read · Catholic foundations

How becoming Catholic ordinarily works

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read · Catholic foundations

If you have never been baptized

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Prepare for your first initiation meeting

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Common questions

Questions about this path

Does OCIA always begin in September?

How long does becoming Catholic take?

What if I have a complicated marriage situation?

Can my work schedule be accommodated?

Need help?

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