Overview

This page contains links to a variety of articles that will assist you and your OCIA team in your ministry. The first set of articles, under the heading of Young Apprentices, was prepared for OCIA directors and catechists who work specifically with children and youth.

The remaining articles, under the heading of General Background, were originally prepared for Apprentices in Faith, the companion product for those who work with older teens and adults. However, the articles offer good background on the OCIA process, the role of the parish community, interviewing, and discernment that is useful to all who are a part of the parish OCIA team.

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Young Apprentices

General Background