How to Become Catholic: Adult Initiation into the Catholic Church Explained

How can an adult become Catholic? Don Smith, coordinator of sacramental catechesis and family life for the Diocese of Rochester, describes the Catholic formation program for adults who have never been baptized or have not completed the sacraments of initiation in the Catholic Church. Smith also outlines the steps toward adult initiation, some of which take place during Lent and Holy Week.
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0:00 - How can an adult become Catholic?
0:32 - Inquiry: Asking questions
0:51 - Catechumenate: The formal process toward baptism
1:27 - The Elect: Take part in the Rite of Election
2:00 - The Scrutinies: Final preparation for baptism
2:39 - What about adults who have already been baptized?
3:01 - Rite of Acceptance and the Call to Continuing Conversion
3:45 - Celebrate the sacraments at the Easter Vigil

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Well done, Don Smith and Catholic Courier..