RCIA Team/Catechumenate
Duties: Facilitate the process of initiating new members into our Catholic community of faith through Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. Team duties include: catechesis, sponsor formation, hospitality, curriculum planning, faith sharing, small group facilitation, organizing and facilitating retreat days.
Time: General requirement for each team member: monthly team meeting; yearly team retreat on a weekend. In addition team members can decide their level of commitment choosing from among the following: inquiry meetings on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday nights; faith sharing and catechetical sessions on Sunday mornings; 3 whole day retreats per year; preparation meetings for sponsors 3 times a year.
Special skills: Requires people of faith and prayer with a strong sense of community, witnesses to the Gospel, good listeners, welcoming presence, some facilitation skills, knowledge of Catholic teaching. Training is available and recommended.
Coordinator: L.J. Milone at 301-622-1122.