For children and teens who have not received the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, or Reconciliation at the usual age of reception, Saint John Neumann offers a specialized preparation program adapted from the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults, or R.C.I.A. The process guides children or teens through an age-appropriate understanding of our Catholic Faith nurturing the relationship with Jesus Christ whom God sent for the salvation of all.
The Rite of Christian Initiation for children or teens is geared for those between seven and eighteen years old who are:
Fees for this program are covered in our Religious Education Fees, unless specified in writing.
Contact Information:
Mrs. Julie Benjamin
Director, Religious Education
dre@sjncatholic.org
301-977-7990
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