Rite of Christian Initiation of Children
- Rite of Christian Initiation of Children
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Children (often abbreviated RCIC) is a common misnomer that should be avoided. There is no official rite by this title. There is only The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Within in the RCIA is an adaptation titled "Christian Initiation of Children Who have Reached Catechetical Age" (RCIA 252, ff.)
Introduction
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) adapted for children who have reached catechetical age is intended for children not baptized as infants. "The Christian initiation of these children requires both a conversion that is personal and somewhat developed, in proportion to their age" (RCIA, 252).
Parental involvement
"The children's progress in the formation they receive depends on the help and example of their companions and on the influence of their parents" (RCIA 254).
External links
* [http://rciablog.com The Blog That's All About R.C.I.A.]
* [http://acmrcia.org The Association for Catechumenal Ministry]
* [http://www.naforum.org/new_site The North American Forum on the Catechumenate]
* [http://teamrcia.com TeamRCIA]
* [http://www.archdiocese.la/learning/ore/guidelines/cic.html Christian Initiation of Children]
See also
* Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
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