Adult Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation
Becoming Catholic/OCIA
The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (O.C.I.A.) is a process designed for adults who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith and/or are thinking about becoming Catholic. We welcome new members year round; sacraments are received when individuals are fully prepared. The meetings present an overview of Catholic beliefs and provide an opportunity to ask questions and explore your feelings and any concerns you might have.
Those who go through the process who have not yet been baptized (called catechumens) typically have the opportunity to join the Catholic Church during the Easter Vigil Mass.
For more information, Contact Bob Nicholas at Bnicholas@stmel.org /
(818) 340-6020 ext. 1021
Confirmation Formation for Adult Catholics
Are you a practicing Catholic adult who has not received the Sacrament of Confirmation? Are you simply interested in learning more about the Catholic faith?
Adult Confirmation classes at St. Mel begin Wednesday, February 1, 2023. These six sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 6:30—8:00 p.m. and will be an opportunity for you to prepare to embrace the gifts of the Holy Spirit in your daily life. We look forward to journeying with you!
For more information on preparing for the sacrament of Confirmation or to inquire about the Catholic faith. Please contact Monica Matthews mmatthews@stmel.org or (818) 698-2883 ext. 1026.
Scripture Study
Rob Larsen, a Theology teacher at Notre Dame High School and a Master Catechist, teaches on passages from the Bible and helps us apply God’s wisdom to our lives. Sessions are held Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Children’s Chapel (in the church, to the east of the sanctuary). Please come as you are able.
Becoming Catholic/OCIA
The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (O.C.I.A.) is a process designed for adults who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith and/or are thinking about becoming Catholic. We welcome new members year round; sacraments are received when individuals are fully prepared. The meetings present an overview of Catholic beliefs and provide an opportunity to ask questions and explore your feelings and any concerns you might have.
Those who go through the process who have not yet been baptized (called catechumens) typically have the opportunity to join the Catholic Church during the Easter Vigil Mass.
For more information, Contact Bob Nicholas at Bnicholas@stmel.org / (818) 340-6020 ext. 1021
Confirmation Formation for Adult Catholics
Are you a practicing Catholic adult who has not received the Sacrament of Confirmation? Are you simply interested in learning more about the Catholic faith?
Adult Confirmation classes at St. Mel begin Wednesday, February 1, 2023. These six sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 6:30—8:00 p.m. and will be an opportunity for you to prepare to embrace the gifts of the Holy Spirit in your daily life. We look forward to journeying with you!
For more information on preparing for the sacrament of Confirmation or to inquire about the Catholic faith. Please contact Monica Matthews at mmatthews@stmel.org or (818) 698-2883 ext. 1026.
Scripture Study
Rob Larsen, a Theology teacher at Notre Dame High School and a Master Catechist, teaches on passages from the Bible and helps us apply God’s wisdom to our lives. Sessions are held Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Children’s Chapel (in the church, to the east of the sanctuary). Please come as you are able.
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Woodland Hills, CA 91367
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Saturday - Sunday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Contact Us
20870 Ventura Blvd.
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm