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A Community You Can Call Home

We’re glad you’re here. Whether you’re new to the area, returning to the Church, or looking for a parish to call home, you are always welcome at St. John of the Cross.

Joining SJC means becoming part of a faith-filled community that supports one another through every stage of life.

We are a parish rooted in worship, service, and connection; a place where individuals and families grow together in faith.

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How to Join

Complete a Registration Form

Fill out our parish registration form online or download a printable version.

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Submit Your Information

You can submit your completed form in one of the following ways:

Online submission
Drop off at the parish office

Get Connected

Once registered, our team will help you get connected to the parish community, ministries, and opportunities that fit your interests.

Already Registered? Keep Your Information Updated

If you are already a member of St. John of the Cross, please keep your information current so we can stay connected.
Update us if you have:

Moved or changed address
Updated contact information
Changes in family status

New to the Catholic Church?

If you are interested in becoming Catholic, we invite you to learn more about our OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) program.

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), formerly known as RCIA, is the process through which adults are welcomed into the Catholic Church. It is intended for those who have never been baptized, those baptized in another Christian tradition who now seek full communion with the Catholic Church, and baptized Catholics who have not yet received First Eucharist or Confirmation. OCIA is a journey of faith, involving prayer, learning, reflection, and participation in the life of the Church.

The process unfolds gradually over several months and includes distinct stages marked by liturgical rites. Participants, accompanied by sponsors and guided by catechists, learn about Catholic beliefs, Scripture, liturgy, and Christian living. OCIA typically culminates in the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation—Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist—at the Easter Vigil. However, the emphasis is on each individual’s personal readiness and relationship with Christ.

Nathan Roy
Director of Lifelong Formation
708-246-6760 x256
nroy@stjohnofthecross.org

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Please contact our team with any questions, we look forward to meeting you.

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