What is OCIA?

  The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults, or OCIA, is a process for formal initiation of new members into the Catholic Church. It is also for those inquiring about Catholicism and for existing Catholics to deepen their knowledge of the faith.

  • March 1st

    LIC Chapter 32 Moral Life 2-- Taught by Fr. T. 

  • March 8th

    First Scrutiny, LIC Chapter 32 First 3 Commandments, LIC Chapter 35 Fourth Commandment- Taught by Deacon Dan and Deb Moffitt, and Pat and Edith Ewing 

  • March 15

    Second Scrutiny, LIC Chapter 36 Fifth Commandment, LIC Chapter 37 Sixth and Ninth Commandment- Taught by Deacon Tony and Lana Herdrich and Pat and Edith Ewing 

  • March 22

    Third Scrutiny LIC Chapter 38 SEventh and Tenth Commandment, LIC Chaper 39 Eighth Commandment- Taught by Fr. T. 

  • March 29

    LIC Chapter 33 Faith, Hope and Love. Chapter 40 Life Everlasting- Taught by Gene Taylor 

  • April 12

    Final Session, Potluck, Mystigogy, Divine Mercy Service

All are Welcome!

OCIA is a process of study, exploration, faith-sharing, and faith formation for seekers, inquirers, and those already established in the faith, as well as baptized but unconfirmed adults who desire full communion in the Catholic Church.  During this process participants are introduced to the liturgy, the teachings, and the life of the Catholic Church.


OCIA is highly encouraged for Catholics who wish to grow in their faith. All are welcome to join in on our classes to grow in their spiritual faith with Jesus-- there is always more to learn!


One of our goals is to equip parishioners with a solid, living knowledge of the Catholic faith—so they can confidently witness to Christ in the public square, thoughtfully respond to their children’s hardest questions, and stand firmly in the truth entrusted to the Church when challenged by non-Catholics. This is not merely about information, but about formation: knowing what we believe, why we believe it, and how to live it with charity and conviction.


OCIA Classes are on Sundays at the ICC Parish Hall from 3:30-6. Located at  125 N. Fayette St. Carthage, IL 62321



OCIA is an awesome Journey

OCIA is a process that proceeds over weeks and months. The learning process relies heavily on scripture and the catechism to not just understand Church doctrine and tradition, but to understand the Who, What, When, Where, How and Why of the Catholic church.

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OCIA Team

Our OCIA Team is lead by Gene Taylor. Gene is a life long Catholic, Parishioner, Father, and Spiritual Leader. Gene and his wife Lora, our Deacons and their wives, Fr. Tony and Parishioners Pat and Edith Ewing create our core OCIA teaching team.


Team members share their faith with inquiring adults who are seeking more information about the Catholic Church, many of whom seek to celebrate one or more of the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation.