Welcome to OCIT!

Order of Christian Initiation for Teens

Based on OCIA, OCIT are specialized classes for teens, 'tweens', and young children developed by the Catholic Church for prospective converts to Catholicism who are above the age of infant baptism. Candidates are gradually introduced to aspects of Catholic beliefs and practices.

PREP's OCIT classes are for children in 7th through 11th grade; OCIC classes are for children in 3rd through 6th grade.

The program is designed to educate children in the Catholic Faith and prepare them for the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation. Whether your family is just entering the Church, returning to the practice of the Catholic Faith, or delayed your child’s sacramental preparation, all are welcome.

OCIT for teens meets once a week on Tuesday evenings for 1 hour in a small group setting. OCIC for grades 3-6 meets on Sunday morning for 1 hour after the 9:30 AM Mass.

A one-time fee of 125$/child covers books and other materials.

 -OCIC for fall 2025 begins in mid-September. Specific dates will be announced by mid-late summer.

- OCIT for fall 2025 begins in late September/early October. Specific dates will be announced by mid-late summer.

Contact the PREP office with any questions.