Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults – RCIA welcomes adults preparing for Baptism and Catholics already baptised who wish to be Confirmed and receive the Eucharist. Info: stjosephparis@orange.fr
Program (see below) will start 5th September 2026 to Easter 2027 each Saturday, 5:30pm to 6:30pm, followed by Invitation to Mass at 6:30pm. (break for Christmas).
You can register from now on and before the end of August: Please send us an email to get more information and pre-registrations form.
Sacraments 2026: Baptism, Full Communion & Confirmations: Easter Vigil 4 April 2026, 8pm at St Joseph’s.
For adults who seek to become Catholic, RCIA provides a gradual progress into understanding Catholic belief, a gentle growing involvement in this community, and friendship with other believers. Emphasis is placed on personal decision and spiritual growth. The R.C.I.A. team includes parishioners who accompany candidates on their spiritual journey. Baptisms are celebrated at Saint Joseph’s Church every year at Easter Vigil.
CONTACT : An interview with the priest is a pre-requisite to joining the sessions : email Father Kieran
Essential Documents for participants REGISTRATION:
- Birth Certificate issued within the last 6 Months.
- Baptism Certificate issued within the last 6 Months- {Applicable only to Candidates for Confirmation or if already baptised in another Christian Church}
- If married, copy of your Marriage Certificate – issued within the past 3 months
- Archdiocese of Paris forms to be filled in :“Fiche de Renseignements” – which is an Information form.
Later on during the Program:
- A Letter to our Bishop by all candidates explaining your request to be baptised and /or confirmed, key events in your journey of faith and who inspired you to apply for Sacraments.
adressed to « Monseigneur Laurent Ulrich », new Archbishop of Paris; letter can be in English or French. - Name of Sponsor for your reception into the Catholic Church.