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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

Coordinator: Judith McRae
Email: rcia@st-peters.ca
Phone: 403-286-5110

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RCIA is for Catholics who did not complete their Sacraments of Initiation in childhood (Baptism, Confirmation, First Holy Communion), for non-Catholic Christians who want to enter into full communion with the Church, and for people who have never been baptized and who have never practiced any form of the Christian faith.

While it would not be appropriate to include fully initiated Catholics in the Rites of RCIA, it would be perfectly appropriate for anyone who is interested to attend the Catechism classes that precede, accompany, and follow each of the Rites.

St. Peter’s makes use of a scholastic model of RCIA, with periods of fixed term, and Rites with fixed dates, keyed to the liturgical year of the Church. 14 Candidates and Catechumens are preparing to be received into the Church this Easter.

Registrations are now being accepted for next September. An intake interview is required. Call today!

Coordinator: Judith McRae
Email: rcia@st-peters.ca
Phone: 403-286-5110

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Did you know? RCIA stands for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. It is a process that involves many months of regular weekly Catechism classes; prayerful discernment; personal encounters with the Living Word of God at Mass and in the Scriptures; spiritual, ritual, and intellectual preparation for the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, First Holy Communion and First Reconciliation; and a supportive community of sponsors, catechists, and friends.

RCIA is intended for anyone who is feeling a call from God to receive any of these Sacraments for the first time in the Catholic Church.

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The Resurrection Choir at St. Peter’s stands as a testament to the power of music and compassion. By coming together for the sole purpose of singing at Catholic funerals, choir members provide a touching and heartfelt gift to grieving families, lifting spirits and creating a sense of peace during times of loss.

For those who wish to be part of a choir but cannot make a weekly commitment, the Resurrection Choir is the perfect fit. We understand that people have busy lives and might find it challenging to commit to regular rehearsals. Therefore, we only practice before each funeral Mass, allowing members to participate when they are available.

If you want to be part of a choir that makes a difference without the pressure of a weekly commitment, we warmly welcome you.  The joy of making a positive impact on the lives of grieving families is the most rewarding aspect of being part of the Resurrection Choir.

Encounter is a new choir that began to serve St. Peters in late 2022. We would love to welcome singers and musicians of all ages to join our growing group. Our song selections are mostly traditional sprinkled with some contemporary – sourced from the Glory & Praise hymnal. 

 

Our choir has a passion for leading St Peter’s congregation in praise, the meaning of our name, Laudate.  We are a friendly and supportive group who love the liturgy, the music and the gift of blending our voices with each other and the assembly. The music we sing is diverse, from chant & traditional to contemporary. Our membership presently is mostly adults but families with children are always welcome. Many young people have grown up in our ranks! Singers and instrumentalists, with or without experience, who share our desire to praise and to serve, are invited to join us.

 

Youth Alive is a group of young singers and musicians who come together to offer praise to God.  Being a part of our choir provides kids and teens with opportunities to grow musically as individuals, while contributing to the artistry of singing together as a group.

There are also opportunities to grow into leading roles, thereby allowing for teens to build confidence, and become role models for the younger ones. We are always happy to welcome new members who share our passion for music, as well as a solid commitment to serving the parish of St Peter’s.

 

We are a group of singers and players who get up extra early to praise God with music!

There are opportunities for a variety of skill and confidence levels. Being able to read music is an asset but is not required. Instruments get the chance to shine by playing musical parts.

Choristers are encouraged to blend their voices in song and are provided with the opportunity to sing solo parts as needed. We practise every two weeks for about an hour. There is an emphasis on joy and mutual support.

Welcome to our Saturday Night Live Choir where our dedicated singers and musicians understand the importance of embracing modern musical styles while honoring our rich Catholic traditions. Our limited practice time before Mass enables those who are busy during the week, to fit both choir participation and Mass into their schedules. 

Our choir’s energy and enthusiasm radiates throughout the church as we engage the congregation in active participation. Our goal is to create an atmosphere that resonates with all generations, inviting the congregation to connect deeply with their spirituality through the power of music, igniting the fire of faith within every heart present.  We happily welcome new members!