Catechesis
RCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the way we
describe the journey undertaken by those who would like to be
received into the Catholic Church - either through the Sacrament of
Baptism or through reception of the other Sacraments if they have
already been baptised in another Church. Enquirers are accompanied
by a group of ordinary Catholics who gather to share their faith
with anyone who is interested in finding out more about the
Catholic Faith. As well as those who want to join the Church, this
could include those who are married to a Catholic, have children
being brought up as Catholics or even people who were baptised as
children but not raised as Catholics, who now want to rediscover
the gift of their baptism. We welcome all inquirers and try to make
them feel part of the parish community right from the start.
Together, the members of the group embark on a journey to get to
know Christ better and to deepen our relationship with him. We do
this through weekly meetings where the inquirer has the opportunity
to ask questions and learn about the teachings of Christ and his
Church. The R.C.I.A group usually meets on a Thursday evening at
7.30pm from September to May/June. If you would like an opportunity
to share your faith or to find out more about the process of
joining or rediscovering the Church please speak to Mgr. Paul about
the group.
Contact: Mgr Paul or Fiona McCartney
Phone: 0141 632 2626 / 0141 423 2627
Special Religious Education (SPRED)
The SPRED group comprises members, catechists and friends. The
friends are brought by car to fortnightly meetings, the catechists
gathering each week in between to prepare for the next meeting. The
catechists have a full training programme for this work. Apart from
their own sessions, which include regularly a mass and a
penitential service where the friends have a wonderful opportunity
to experience the joy of sharing in the liturgy, there are SPRED
family masses from time to time in the parish. SPRED needs support
- more catechists (anyone willing to give a real time commitment
and share their faith) and funds to pay for premises, equipment,
activity materials and books. Saint Helen's group meets on Mondays
in St Helen's Hall.
Contact: Pat O'Neil
Phone: 0141 632 9091