Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)
OCIA is designed for adults who wish to enter the Catholic Church for the first time or who need to complete the sacrament of confirmation. It is also a great way to refresh and boost your faith -- no matter how long you have been Catholic! You may also want to serve as a sponsor to one of our incoming Catholics.
Are you or someone you know looking to become Catholic?
At St. Brendan, OCIA begins each year with inquiry meetings in the summer. These meetings are devoted to answering questions about all things Catholic and the OCIA process itself. In the fall through the spring, we offer weekly sessions on Sunday mornings to provide instruction about the Catholic faith. These sessions teach the essentials our faith and its practice; help members find answers to their questions; and build community through prayer, Bible study, worship, fellowship, and service.
At the Easter Vigil Mass each year, those who have continued the process faithfully enter the Church and receive the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, First Holy Communion, Confirmation) that they have not yet received. We hope you can join us this year and deepen your faith and knowledge of the Catholic Church.
How do I start?
For classes in English: visit an Inquiry Session
- 9:15 am on Sunday, August 9, 2026 in the Faith Formation Center
- 7:00pm on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in the Fireside Room
- 9:15am on Sunday, August 23, 2026 in the Faith Formation Center
For classes in Spanish: email Veronica Ruiz.
I have more questions?
English Classes:
Contact our OCIA Coordinator at OCIA@stbrendansatl.com.
Spanish Classes:
Contact our Spanish Adult Faith Formation Director, Veronica Ruiz at 770-205-7969 or vruiz@stbrendansatl.com
Learn more from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
