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RCIA Testimonials
"I encourage anyone who is considering following the RCIA journey to do so. These classes are instructive in the best way--joyful, fun, and meaningful. I marveled at the blossoming of the other participants along the way and I thank those who, as continuing participants, truly brightened our journey with their input.
The classes from September to May have sped by and I hall miss our weekly meetings. Thank you, Deacon George, for your invaluable guidance and presence along this memorable step in my life's journey."
Jenifer Christine Taylor
"Going to my first RCIA class, I was nervous and excited. To my delight, walking into RCIA was like walking into a big warm hug. I had never felt so safe and supported in anything that I had done. there were people of all ages, of all backgrounds, of all different stages on their own religious journeys, all there for different reasons, coming together for one reason. It's almost magical.
RCIA is a place to learn about the how's and why's of being Catholic, and investigate how you fit. You learn that you are not alone, that it's okay to ask questions, and you leave feeling closer to God and the Holy Cross community. I feel so blessed that I was able to be a part of this year's class and got to know everyone that was there."
Rachel Croft
"I have been a Catholic all my life and a member of Holy Cross since 1993 and "thank you" for offering the R.C.I.A. class. The leadership and knowledge of Deacon Zarella was great. It truly was a journey! I really enjoyed the deep and adult discussions during the class and the friends I have in my life that I met during the class.
I enjoy my experience more now in church and my relationship with God and the Holy Cross community at a deeper level than I ever have in my life!"
Larry Hassan
"When you go to RCIA you realize that there is a lot more to "it" and it's a little bit more complicated than you thought. The best part about the class is the class itself. Everyone is encouraged to put in their two cents and by listening and participating, you learn so much. It changes everything. You see and hear everything differently. I have completed my second year and can't wait until class starts again in the fall.
Donna Cunha
"My time in the RCIA was an emotional journey. I started with a little bit of anger and reluctance, but t ended with a smile and a little sadness. The smile was because I had made some great friends, and I had completed the first part of my spiritual path. The sadness is because I miss all of my classmates who made the journey with me. Even though it took me twenty four years to start, it was completely my choice and I could not be happier that I made it."
Stephen Becker
"I would highly recommend people to join RCIA. It has changed my life for the better and made me feel good about myself. I got to meet lots of nice people, learn new things, and experience a journey. The classes are not just reading the Bible and lectures; they are discussions. The class would read a passage and discuss what we think it means. It was great to get different people's views and interpretations on the topics. The class helped me to understand the reading in church more and made me realize how important the passages are.
I would highly recommend RCIA to anybody. It was a wonderful experience. It is difficult to explain everything that the class has done for me. There is a lot to say about this program. One must join and see for themselves."
Crystal Mason
Revised: 06/13/07
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