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RCIA Instructor
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Tom McHughtmchughcharlestondiocese.orgDirector of Religious Education
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For Further Study
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The Church is the entrance to life; all others are thieves and robbers. On this account we are bound to avoid them . . . Resist them in defense of the only true and life giving faith, which the Church has received from the Apostles and imparted to her sons.” — St. Irenaeus, Against Heresies, Book III
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The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is similar to an inquiry class where one has the freedom to ask questions, discuss and study the Catholic faith. The class gives an opportunity to explore the Bible, Church tradition, the sacraments, morality, prayer, worship/liturgy, the saints, Mary, history, the Papacy, social justice, salvation etc. It is a journey taken at one's own pace; to continue or cease at one's own discretion.
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Format of the RCIA Sessions
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The Catholic Answer Bible and "Come and See" binder of Catholic "Updates" from St. Anthony Messenger Press are supplied to you by the parish.
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Videos/DVDs by Catholic scholars and converts.
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RCIA normally meets twice a month usually on the first and third Thursday (September - May) at 6:45pm in the conference room in St. Bernadette Hall.
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There are roughly 17-20 classes that meet for 1 1/2 hours.
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Participants are expected to read 3 - 4 "Catholic Updates" prior to each class to be informed of the class discussion. Each "update" is about 4 pages.
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If you are interested in participating, contact the DRE, Tom McHugh at the parish office (864-223-8410) or use our contact page.
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