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An unbaptized person preparing for full initiation into the Catholic Church through study, reflection, and prayer.

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Catechumen

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Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist—full membership in the Church.

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Sacraments of Initiation

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Process teaching Christian doctrine and forming disciples.

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Catechesis

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Process for preparing catechumens and candidates for full communion to become full Church members.

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RCIA

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Good News of Jesus Christ through word and witness.

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Evangelization

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First Sunday of Lent; Church accepts catechumens for Sacraments at Easter Vigil. Begins purification and enlightenment.

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Rite of Election

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Study of the mysteries in Greek; a period of catechesis after Christian Initiation to deepen understanding of Christ.

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Mystogogy

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First of the Seven Sacraments and a Sacrament of Christian Initiation, making one a member of the Church.

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Baptism

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Large candle lit at Easter Vigil, symbolizing the Risen Christ and His presence.

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Paschal Candle

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Day Christians celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection; the most holy day and climax of the Church’s year.

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Easter