Rite of Sending

Sunday, Feb 22nd 
St Francis 27th Street Church
7:30 AM Mass. 


 The Rite of Sending is a formal ceremony that takes place at our parish for those participating in the OCIA.  This serves as a "bridge" between the local parish community and the regional Bishop. Essentially, our parish is publicly declaring that you are spiritually prepared and are "sending" you to the Bishop for the next major step, the Rite of Election.
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Please reply to Janet in the cc about your availability to attend and any guests would like to invite. 
Janet Deppmeier: [email protected]

Rite of Election

Saturday, February 28th
 St. Thomas Catholic Church in Redmond *
11:00 a.m. 
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• Timing: This is one of the most significant rites in the OCIA process. It marks the end of the Catechumenate and the beginning of the Period of Purification and Enlightenment. It is celebrated on the First Sunday of Lent.
• Where: This rite is celebrated at the diocesan cathedral with the bishop presiding. The catechumens from all the parishes in the diocese gather to be "elected" by the bishop to receive the Sacraments of Initiation at Easter.

We warmly welcome all family members, friends, and parishioners to show their support to our catechumens and candidates by attending the rite if they are able.   
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Please reply to Janet in the cc about your availability to attend and any guests would like to invite. 
Janet Deppmeier: [email protected]

*1720 NW 19th Street, Redmond, Oregon 97756