RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN
The religious education program at Immaculate Conception is open for children entering grades Kindergarten through eighth grade. Children are prepared to receive their First Communion in second grade. After participating in a series of preparatory classes, ninth grade students are invited to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
For more information, please contact the Religious Education Office at 201- 825-0333.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION FORM
Adult Faith Development
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA is the process established for the universal Church for individuals to become Catholic and receive the sacraments of initiation-Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. This initiation process also involves a parish community experiencing a renewal in faith as it prepares and welcomes new members into the Church. The Rite speaks of conversation as a "spiritual journey". Centered on fostering a deep relationship with Jesus and the Church he founded, this journey takes place through distinct stages over a period of time suitable to bring thorough catechesis, significant experience of a parish community and commitment to liturgical and moral life of the Catholic faithful. The RCIA process is a restoration of the ancient catechumenate, arising within the first three centuries. The Second Vatican Council called for the restoration and use of this venerable and powerful method of initiation for the worldwide Church.
RCIA is for (1) individuals in need of Baptism, (2) individuals baptized in another Christian tradition who desire to become Catholic, and (3) those baptized Catholic in need of First Communion and/or Confirmation.
Scripture Study
“Ignorance of the Scriptures is ignorance of Christ.” ~ St. Jerome
The Church of the Immaculate Conception periodically offers Bible Studies during the Liturgical Year. Contact the Parish Office (201-327-1276) or paicc@yahoo.com for information about the next scheduled Study.
“Not by Bread Alone
“Not by Bread Alone” is a book discussion group that meets monthly to discuss literary titles that contain spiritual themes. Meetings take place one Sunday a month, at 5 p.m., at Panera Bread in Ramsey. Contact the Parish Office (201-327-1276) or paicc@yahoo.com for information about the next meeting date and book title.
