The Rite of Election is a significant step in the journey of those seeking to become a member of the Catholic Church and one in which the whole Church partakes. It always occurs on the First Sunday of Lent.
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Photos: Catechumens, candidates welcomed at Rite of Election
Young and old alike gathered at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud Feb. 26 for the Rite of Election of catechumens and the Call to Continuing Conversion of candidates.
Eden Valley man overcomes odds to join Church with young daughter
Life has not been easy for Shane Bartels. From having an abusive mother and then living in less than ideal foster homes to finding his father and then losing him unexpectedly, the road so far has been rocky.
Rite of Election to be celebrated March 1
All are invited to celebrate the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion on Sunday, March 1, at 3 p.m. at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud. Bishop Donald Kettler will preside.
Studying Bible, history led to conversion for Sauk Rapids native
Catechist, Jeff Mo prepared Daniel Stellmach as he went through the RCIA process. He provided support, answering questions and challenged himself to know his faith more deeply.
The story of becoming Catholic
Narratives, or stories, are one of the best ways of articulating any human experience. Whether baptized as an infant or coming to the waters of baptism […]