RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults), a process of initiation into the Catholic community of faith. It is a process which encompasses the study of Scripture, Catholic teaching, and Christian values - the development and deepening of a life of prayer and action - all with the support of the parish community. The RCIA is a process of Christian initiation beginning with a period of inquiry, which leads into a period of learning about Catholic theology and Gospel values, and culminating in a period of reflection and prayer as each person prepares for the initiation sacraments at the Easter Vigil.