| Precatechumenate:
This is a time, of no fixed duration or structure, for inquiry and
introduction to Gospel values, an opportunity for the beginning of faith and a
time to recognize Jesus Christ’s personal invitation.
The first step (Rite of Acceptance and Rite of Welcoming for candidates):
Reaching the point of initial conversion and wishing to become Christians, they
are accepted as catechumens by the Church. In the Rite of Acceptance they are
signed by the Cross. |
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