OCIA - Discover The Journey & Embrace The Faith

Elizabeth Borovy • August 25, 2025

Interested In Becoming Catholic?

Are you, or do you know someone who…


  • Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic?
  • Was baptized Catholic as a child but never celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?
  • Has never been baptized?


Starting Wednesday, August 27th, Our Lady of Fatima will begin OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) sessions. These weekly “no obligation” gatherings are a wonderful opportunity to:


  • Ask questions about the Catholic faith
  • Learn more about the teachings of the Church
  • Prepare to celebrate the Sacraments of BaptismConfirmation, and Eucharist during the next Lenten season


Come and explore the faith in a comfortable setting where your questions and experiences are always welcome.


For more information or to register, please contact:
Deacon Bill Jacobs

📧 
deaconbill@ourladyoffatima.org


¿Eres tú, o conoces a alguien que…



  • Ha expresado interés en convertirse en católico(a)?
  • Fue bautizado(a) como católico(a) de niño(a), pero nunca recibió los Sacramentos de Confirmación y Eucaristía?
  • Nunca ha sido bautizado(a)?


A partir del miércoles, 27 de agostoNuestra Señora de Fátima comenzará las sesiones de OCIA (Orden de la Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos). Estas reuniones semanales, sin ningún compromiso, son una maravillosa oportunidad para:


  • Hacer preguntas sobre la fe católica
  • Aprender más sobre las enseñanzas de la Iglesia
  • Prepararse para celebrar los Sacramentos de BautismoConfirmación y Eucaristía durante la próxima temporada de Cuaresma


Ven y explora la fe en un ambiente cómodo y acogedor, donde tus preguntas y experiencias siempre son bienvenidas.

Para más información o para inscribirte, comunícate con:
Diácono Bill Jacobs

📧 
deaconbill@ourladyoffatima.org

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