Becoming Catholic (RCIA)

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.

Matthew 28:19

  • Are you wondering what the Roman Catholic Church is all about?
  • Have you gone to Mass and want to understand more about its meaning?
  • Have you never been baptized or are baptized in another tradition and are being drawn to the Catholic Church?
  • Are you married to a Catholic, but never received First Eucharist or been Confirmed?
  • Are you an active member of the Catholic Church and just want to know more about your faith, its past and present history?

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (English/Spanish)

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process through which interested adults and older children are gradually introduced to the Roman Catholic faith and way of life. It is a liturgical rite, usually celebrated on some annual date or dates, marking the beginning of the catechumenate proper, as the candidates express and the Church accepts their intention to respond to God’s call to follow the way of Christ.

If you would like more information or interested in participating in RCIA process, either as a candidate or as a volunteer, call the Parish Office at (510) 895-5631 and leave a message for Rebecca Martinez or email her at rmartinez@csdo.org.

Upcoming Events

May
17
Sat
8:00 am Mass Intentions for Saturday Masses @ St. Leander Church
Mass Intentions for Saturday Masses @ St. Leander Church
May 17 @ 8:00 am – 7:30 pm
Dear St. Leander’s Community, As we gather today for Mass, let us hold in our hearts the intentions of our fellow parishioners and the needs of our community. Today’s Mass...
May
18
Sun
7:00 am Mass Intentions for Sunday Masses @ St. Leander Church
Mass Intentions for Sunday Masses @ St. Leander Church
May 18 @ 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
Dear St. Leander’s Community, As we gather today for Mass, let us hold in our hearts the intentions of our fellow parishioners and the needs of our community. Today’s Mass...
May
19
Mon
7:00 am Mass Intentions for Daily Mass @ St. Leander Church
Mass Intentions for Daily Mass @ St. Leander Church
May 19 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 am
Dear St. Leander’s Community, As we gather today for Mass, let us hold in our hearts the intentions of our fellow parishioners and the needs of our community. Daily Mass...
6:00 pm el rosario
el rosario
May 19 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
el rosario
Los invitamos a rezar el rosario durante el mes de mayo, de lunes a viernes a las 6 de la tarde en el jardín de la oficina parroquial  
May
20
Tue
7:00 am Mass Intentions for Daily Mass @ St. Leander Church
Mass Intentions for Daily Mass @ St. Leander Church
May 20 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 am
Dear St. Leander’s Community, As we gather today for Mass, let us hold in our hearts the intentions of our fellow parishioners and the needs of our community. Daily Mass...