The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the evangelisation of adults as they discern their faith. It is not a program but a sacramental formation process that prepares individuals and communities for a particular way of life. Conversion is at the heart of this way of life and RCIA facilitates this conversion. RCIA presents the Catholic teaching in its entirety, fosters participation in the liturgy, and inspires apostolic activity. 

The RCIA prepares one to receive the sacraments of Christian initiation – Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Thereafter, the baptised Catholic continues his/her journey as a lifelong and joyful disciple of Jesus Christ.