Adult Sacraments

Are You Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Catholic Faith?

Whether you are exploring Catholicism for the first time or are a baptized Catholic who has not yet received all the Sacraments of Initiation, Holy Name Cathedral welcomes you. OCIA and Adult Confirmation offer two different pathways of formation, depending on where you are on your faith journey.

What is OCIA?

OCIA — the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults — is the process through which adults explore the Catholic faith and prepare to become full members of the Catholic Church.

OCIA may be right for you if you:

• Have never been baptized and are interested in becoming Catholic.
• Were baptized in another Christian tradition and are considering becoming Catholic.
• Were baptized Catholic but have not received First Communion and/or Confirmation and would like to complete your Sacraments of Initiation.
• Simply want to learn more about the Catholic faith before deciding what your next step might be.

OCIA is more than a class. It is a journey of encounter with Jesus Christ, prayer, Scripture, learning, community, conversion, and discernment. Participants are accompanied by a team and sponsors as they grow in faith and prepare for the Sacraments.

OCIA begins Sunday, September 13, 2026.

What is Adult Confirmation?

Adult Confirmation Formation is designed for practicing adult Catholics who have already been baptized Catholic and received First Communion but have not yet received the Sacrament of Confirmation.

The preparation provides an opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ, better understand the Catholic faith, grow in prayer, and reflect on what it means to live as a fully initiated Catholic disciple.

Preparation begins with gatherings starting November 18, 2026, with formal formation sessions beginning Monday, February 8, 2027.

Not Sure Which Path Is Right for You?

You do not need to figure it out alone. Complete the appropriate interest form or registration form, and Marta Stepniak, Director of Lifelong Formation Strategy, will contact you to discuss your faith and sacramental background and help determine the next best step.

Contact: Marta Stepniak
Email: mstepniak@holynamecathedral.org

There is a place for you. Come explore, ask questions, grow in faith, and take the next step in your journey with Christ at Holy Name Cathedral.