Inquiry Sessions

Have you been coming to Mass as a non-Catholic with your family but never received Communion with them? Are you from another faith tradition but feel called to learn more about the Catholic Church? Have you been baptized in the Catholic Church and have never received the Sacraments of Eucharist or Confirmation? Do you want to know what Catholics believe, how to pray, or why Mary is so important? Perhaps you might want to consider joining us for an RCIA InquirySession, held every Wednesday evening, 7:30 – 8:30pm. No commitment is required.

For more information call Sara at RCIA – 732-562-1990 x 1633.

RCIA Biographies

CATECHUMENS

Jasmine Castillo

Jasmine is a tenth grade student who volunteers with the Key and Rotary clubs. Wanting to join her mother in becoming Catholic, she has been attending the RCIA sessions to get to know God. Through this process, Jasmine knows that she wants to be baptized and welcomed into the church. She has discovered that God is guiding her and is always there with her. Jasmine believes that receiving the Sacraments of Initiation will help her to learn more and grow as a Catholic Christian

Leslie Castillo

Leslie lives in Edison with her husband, her daughter and her two sons. She is a guidance counselor in the North Plainfield School system. Having always had an interest in the Catholic faith (her mother was Catholic as is her husband), she sought out the RCIA process. She is looking forward to receiving the Sacrament of Baptism and being part of the Church. She enjoys attending Mass and feels closer to God today.

Ron Kanzig

Ron lives in Edison and has been attending Mass for several years at St. Francis. Although he is not baptized, he was raised in the Lutheran faith. Over the years, he attended Mass with many friends in different parishes and felt called to become Catholic. Ron has come to a greater awareness and deeper understanding about God and his faith through his RCIA journey.

CANDIDATES

Rick DeChellis

Rick lives in Scotch Plains and attends Mass at St. Francis with his family and friends. A baptized Methodist, Rick wanted to become Catholic since a young age and his two trips to the Vatican helped him to understand how important becoming Catholic is to him. He has enjoyed learning more about the Sacraments and the Bible and looks forward to working in different ministries in the Church. 

Justin Galanti

Justin is an eighth grade student who enjoys martial arts, wrestling and cooking with his mother. A baptized Catholic, he has been getting to know God with the help of his mother. Wanting to receive the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist, he joined the RCIA process last year and has continued to grow closer to God.