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Let the Church always be a place of mercy and hope, where everyone is welcomed, loved and forgiven. -Pope Francis

Are you seeking to sacramentally enter the Catholic Church through Baptism, First Reconciliation and Communion, and/or Confirmation?

OCIA formation is available to Bennies and Johnnies via CSB Campus Ministry. Formation classes take place on select Thursday evenings of the academic year.

For more information, please email the Director of Saint Ben’s Campus Ministry:
Cindy Liliana Gonzalez, [email protected], and please fill out this OCIA interest form: OCIA Interest Form 2024-2025 (csbsju.edu) by September 19th, 2025.

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An older woman places her hands gently on the head of a young woman with braids, who bows her head. They stand indoors, and the setting appears calm and supportive.
A group of seven smiling women and a priest in light-colored robes stand together indoors, posing for a photo. One woman in the center holds a bouquet of flowers. Everyone looks happy and dressed up.
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Three women stand in a church with heads bowed as three older women gently place their hands on their heads, appearing to bless or pray for them in a solemn ceremony.