April 11

Readings for the Day can be found at http://usccb.org/bible/readings/041120.cfm

One of my hats at the parish is Director of RCIA. And while the Rite of Christian Initiation is technically for those getting baptized into the Catholic Faith as adults, most parishes (Our Lady of Joy included) combine their RCIA program with the preparation for their candidates – that is – those who have been validly baptized in other Christian communities and wish to become Roman Catholic.

This year, it has been my honor and privilege to get to know the incredible adults who wish to come into full communion with our beautiful Church. They understand that the Church is a hospital for sinners, not a museum for saints. They understand the beauty and necessity of the sacraments. They understand the life of a Catholic is one of continuing prayer and education. And I know our Faith will be richly blessed to have them as full members.

Today is the day they would’ve received their sacraments. It breaks my heart that they have to wait even a day longer. I hate that tonight isn’t the night that they hear those words we all miss so much – “the Body of Christ.” In fact, this might be the first year some of us have any idea how they feel as they wait to hear those words whispered to them.

Tonight, please keep them in your prayer.

David is the Director of Faith Formation at Our Lady of Joy.

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