RCIA Team/Ministry to the Baptized
Duties: Provide opportunities for catechesis and formation for returning inactive Catholics, adult Catholics who were not fully initiated, and those who have been catechized in other Christian faith traditions and desire to be in full communion with the Catholic Church. 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; Adult Confirmation preparation classes during Easter season.
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.