Become a Catholic
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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
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Welcome to the Catholic Church
Questions? Contact Deacon Joe Standridge at jstandridge@stmarkdenton.org or 940-220-7160
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For those interested in becoming Catholic
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RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is for those adults who have never been baptized, or who have been baptized in another Christian tradition and now wish to inquire into our Catholic Faith, or those who were baptized Catholic but did not receive further religious education to complete the Sacraments of Initiation (First Communion and Confirmation).
Meetings are held on Monday evenings from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM.
If you are interested or have any questions please contact Deacon Joe Standridge at 940-220-7160 or via email at jstandridge@stmarkdenton.org
I look forward to hearing your story and answering any questions you may have. God bless.
Click Below for Information
RCIA Inquirer Form
RCIA Godparent / Sponsor Form
Calendar 2021 - 2022 PDF
CATHOLIC RESOURCES
USCCB BOOKS OF THE BIBLE
USCCB CALENDAR DAILY READINGS FOR MASS
USCCB ON LINE CATHOLIC CATECHISIM
Knights of Columbus Catholic Information Services
Booklets and Audio Resources
FORMED - The Catholic Faith On Demand
Saint Selection
SAINT OF THE DAY CALENDAR FRANSCIAN MEDIA
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Calendar 2021-2022
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September 13 Welcome Introductions and Journey Discussion Presentation
Catechism of the Catholic Church - 95 Q & A
Catechism History
Catechism of the Catholic Church - Simplified
Catholic Terms Every Catholic Should Know
Catholic Word Book K of C
September 20 Intro to Bible Presentation
Timeline
Structure of the Bible
Why Believe the Bible
Catholic Bible Summary
Books of Bible Info
September 27 Tour of Church
Liturgical Vocublary List
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October 04 2021 Salvation History
Covenants Presentation
Salvation History Presentation
Salvation History Summary Sheet
October 11 2021 FOUR MARKS of the CHURCH
Meeting Presentation 4 Marks
One, Holy, Catholic & Apostolic Handout
The Catholic Church
Saint Selection
The Holy Catholic Church (K of C 107)
History of Church Handout
Church Divisions Handout
October 18 2021 The Blessed Trinity - Father Son & Holy Spirit
October 25 2021 The Communion of Saints
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November 01 2021 Scripture Tradition Doctrine
Sacred Scripture & Sacred Tradition & Magesterium 1 of 2
Sacred Scripture & Sacred Tradition & Magesterium 2 of 2
Sacred Tradition
Divine Revelation
Church Doctrine - Presentation
Beatitudes
Precepts of the Church
Dogma, Doctrine, Theology Handout
Catholic Doctrine
November 06 2021 RETREAT Rite of Acceptance & Welcome - St. Mark Saturday 9 AM - 2 PM
Agenda
Presentation 1 Happy Are We - The Teachings of Jesus Episode 2 Bishop Barron
Presentation 2 The Fire of His Love - Prayer & Life of the Spirit Episode 9 Bishop Barron
Rite of Acceptance & Welcome Discussion
November 07 2021 Rite of Acceptance and Welcome
Sunday 11:30 AM Mass St. Mark
November 08 2021 First Three Commandments Presentation
K of C First Three Commandments: Duty to God
God's Law
Veneration of Holy Images: Idolarty ?
Profanity
The Sabbath & Sunday Worship
November 15 2021 The Next Seven Commandments Presentation
Honoring Our Parents
Sancitity of Human Life
Chasity & Modesty
Stealing & Lying
K of C The 4th Commandment Honor Your Father & Mother
K of C The 5th Commandment Thou shalt Not Kill
K of C The 6th & 9th Commandment
6th - Thou shalt Not Commit Adultery
9th - Thou shalt Not Covet thy Neighbor's Wife
K of C The 7th & 10th Commandment
7th - Thou shalt Not Steal
10th - Thou shalt Not Covet thy Neighbor's Goods
K of C - 8th - Thou shalt not Bear False Witness
November 28 2021 1st Sunday Advent
Advent in Three Minutes - Busted Halo
November 29 2021 The two Great Commandments - The New Law
Liturgical Calendar
ADVENT
Busted Halo Advent in 2 Minutes
Presentation Liturgy & Liaturgical Year
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December 06 2021 Four Last Things - Death, Judgement, Heaven, and Hell
Presentation Handout
Presentation 2021
Four Last Things Document
December 08 2021 Immaculate Conception HOLY DAY OBLIGATION
Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary Prayer
Immaculate Conception
Marian Dogmas of Church
December 13 2021 Blessed Virgin Mary
BVM Handout Questions
BVM Handout Answers
K of C Mary Booklet
December 20 2021 NO SESSION - Christmas Holiday
December 27 2021 NO SESSION - Christmas Holiday
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January 01 2020 Soleminty of Blesed Virgin Mary HOLY DAY OBLIGATION
January 03 2022 Liturgical Calendar & Sacraments
January 10 2022 BAPTISM
K of C BAPTISM CONFIRMATION
Baptism Power Point Presentation
Video Baptism
January 17 2022 Eucharist Part 1
K of C Eucharist
Handout Eucharist
January 24 2022 Respect Life Mass Bishop Olsen St. Mark 7 PM
Januaery 31 2022 Eucharist Part 2
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February 07 2022 Confirmation
CONFIRMATION
K of C GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
Video Confirmation
Confirmation Handout
February 14 2022 Sacraments of Healing - Penance & Annointing of Sick PDF
Power Point Presentation
Video Penance
Video Sacrament of Sick
February 21 2022 Matrimony & Holy Orders Presentation
K of C Matrimony
Matrimony Handouts
Matrimony Video Matrimony 1
Matrimony Video Matrimony 2
Matrimony Video Matrimony Sketch Pad
February 27 2022 Rite of Sending
Sunday 11:30 AM St. Mark
February 28 2022 The Mass
K of C Intro Catholic Liturgy
Mass Power Point Presentation
Video The Mass
The Parts of the Mass
History of the Mass
The Mass - Bishop Barron Videos
The Mass - Venerable Bishop Fulton Sheen
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March 02 2022 Ash Wednesday St. Mark - Begining of Lent
Lent in 3 Minutes Video
Stations of the Cross Video
Lent Handout
Stations of Cross Handout
March 04 2022 Rite of Election/Call to Easter Sacraments
7:30 PM Immaculate Conception Church
March 07 2022 Prayer
Lords Prayer Presentation
K of C Lords Prayer
K of C Prayer
Prayer Presentation
Our Father Prayer K of C Article
March 21 2022 Social Teachings of the Church
CST 101 Catholic Social Teaching Video
Virtues & Vices Presentation
K of C Virtues & Vices
Virtue of Faith
Virtue of Hope
Virtue of Charity (Love)
Virtuous Living
March 20 2022 3rd Sunday Lent 1st Scrutiny
Sunday 11:30 AM Mass St. Mark
March 28 2022 Mercy & Justice
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April 04 2022 Virtues & Vices Presentation
K of C Virtues & Vices
Virtue of Faith
Virtue of Hope
Virtue of Charity (Love)
Virtuous Living
April 09 2022 Reconciliation Retreat 9 AM - 2 PM Sacrament of Reconciliation / Penance St. Mark
Seven Deadly Sins Bishop Barron You Tube
Guide to Confession
Sin Presentation Handout
Meeting Recording
Penance Quiz
Forgiveness of Sins K of C
April 10 2022 Palm Sunday
Bishop Barron on Palm Sunday
April 11 2022 Paschal Mystery, Holy Week & Profession of Faith
Handout
Video Holy Week
Zoom Presentation
Holy Week Presentation
April 14 2022 Holy Thursday Mass 7 PM St. Mark
April 15 2022 Good Friday - Stations of Cross 3 Pm and Veneration Cross 7 PM St. Mark
April 16 2022 Easter Vigil Rehearsal 9 AM
Easter Vigil Saturday 8 PM St. Mark
April 18 2022 NO MEETING
April 25 2022 Mystagogy
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May 02 2022 Mystagogy
May 09 2022 Mystagogy - Intentional Discipleship - Presentation
May 16 2022 Mystagogy
May 23 2022 Mystagogy - Pot Luck Meal
Saints Presentation
How to Become a Saint
Introduction to the Sacraments
Class Presentation Grace & Sacraments
Hand Out Grace & Sacraments
Presentation Last Four Things
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GO AND ANNOUNCE THE GOSPEL OF THE LORD
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For Catholics who want to help Candidates
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IT TAKES A PARISH TO RAISE A NEW CATHOLIC!
"To convert someone, go and take them by the hand and guide them" -Saint Thomas Aquinas
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA for short) is the formation process for welcoming new adult members into the Catholic faith community. Because RCIA is tailored to the needs of the individual participants, it is a challenging process and requires the gifts and talents of the whole community to provide the spiritual and religious formation necessary for newcomers to become fully mature disciples. During every step of their faith journey, those seeking communion with the Catholic Church need the whole parish to support them through prayer, example, hospitality and inclusion in parish activities, to celebrate with them the rites that mark their progress, and to offer their specific talents to the formation process. Below are some of the formation aspects of RCIA that are seeking your specific gift and a brief description of the responsibilities involved. Where do you recognize yourself?
Sponsor - most suited to friendly and engaged parishioners who can introduce RCIA newcomers to parish life and activities. A sponsor is one who will:- Befriend an RCIA candidate and offer the gifts of presence, emotional support, prayer, listening, and the personal witness of faith
- Introduce their candidate to the wider community by inviting them to participate in parish events
- Maintain regular contact with their assigned candidate, attend as many of the RCIA sessions as possible with their candidate
- Participate in the public rituals that celebrate their candidate's deepening commitment to Jesus Christ and his Church
- Must be a practicing Catholic and have been Confirmed in a valid marriage as recgonized by the Church
If one of the above categories speaks to your heart and you would like to offer your specific gifts to the RCIA, or if you would like to discuss a commitment further, please contact:
Deacon Joe Standridge 940-220-7160
mailto:jstandridge@stmarkdenton.orgThank you for your prayerful consideration.
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