Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) Team
OCIA is the process for the initiation of adults, older teens into the Catholic Church.
The sessions typically begin in August with an inquiry phase for adults and older teens. Classes on the teachings of the Catholic Church follow. The adult sessions are held on Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Room.
Volunteer opportunities include: catechists as well as hospitality for the adult sessions and organizational assistance for special events.
Contact: Deacon Greg Thomas, Deacon.Greg@holyrosarymemphis.org or call 767-6949.
Baptismal Preparation
Parents who wish to have their child baptized are obliged to attend a single instructional session to assist in the understanding of the sacrament for the child, the parents, the parish and the Church. Sessions are held the fourth Wednesday of every month (except Holy days) at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Office.
Contacts: Deacon Jeff Drzycimski, Deacon.Jeff@cc.cdom.org; or call 767-6949
Parish Religious Education (PRE) Program
PRE provides essential religious education and sacramental preparation classes for students in grades 1-8 who are unable to attend a Catholic school. Classes are held August thru May, on Wednesday evenings from 6-7:15pm. Volunteer teachers and aides are always welcome.
Contact: Hannah Jones at Hannah.Jones@HolyRosaryMemphis.org or call 901-767-6949