Becoming Catholic and Sacramental Preparation for Adults (OCIA)

What is the process? What is OCIA? 

OCIA (formerly RCIA) stands for The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. It is the process by which those who wish to join the Catholic faith pray, study beliefs and traditions, and participate in Christian community and discipleship in preparation for the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation and/or First Holy Communion. The Sacraments give us a new identity in Christ, and a vocation to live as His witnesses.

 

Who is OCIA for?

  • Those who want to become Catholic
  • Adults and children ages seven and older who are not baptized
  • Anyone baptized in another Christian church who wishes to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church
  • Adults who were baptized in the Catholic church who wish to complete their initiation (seeking both Confirmation and first Holy Communion)
  • Not sure? Give us a call!


What if I’m an adult seeking Confirmation only?

If you were baptized Catholic and have already received your first Holy Communion, we can prepare you for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Please contact us for more information.

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Matrimony (Marriage)

We are delighted you would like to celebrate the sacrament of your marriage! If you're considering having a wedding at St. Leonard, please review the booklet (below) and email Fr. Dan here or call the Parish Office at 262-679-1773.

Wedding Guidelines

Marriage Prep Ministry (FOCCUS)

Marriage preparation helps engaged couples assess their readiness for the sacrament of Marriage. It is a requirement for couples to be married in the Church. FOCCUS, Inc. USA, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building, promoting and enhancing healthy relationships by offering resources and training that "Facilitate Open, Caring Communication, Understanding and Study." FOCCUS provide couples the opportunity for deeper conversation and understanding of each other. Facilitators of the FOCCUS process are married couples of the parish who have been trained by the Archdiocese. Meetings are held in their homes with the engaged couple. The facilitators may be both Catholic or interfaith couples. If you are interested in becoming a FOCCUS couple, contact the Parish Office.

Holy Orders & Other Vocations

Our first vocation in life is the call to holiness (The Catechism of the Catholic Church ##1694; 2012-2013).


We are also called to vocations in our day-to-day lives, discerning how the Lord wills us to use our gifts to the service of God and to love one another more generously.


We are also called to State of Life Vocations, most commonly known as marriage, priesthood, religious life and generous single life. Visit the Archdiocese of Milwaukee's resource page below for more information on these state-of-life vocations.

Vocations Resources