A new translation of the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) has been approved for use in the United States and is now available to order:

LTP Ritual Editions

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, Ritual Edition Learn More

Ritual de la Iniciación cristiana de adultos, Edición Ritual Learn more

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults/Ritual de la Iniciación cristiana de adultos, Bilingual Ritual Edition Learn More

LTP Study Editions

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, Study Edition Learn More

Ritual de la Iniciación cristiana de adultos, Edición de studio Learn More

The USCCB has shared the timeline for the implementation of the new translation, the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. The ritual text will be available for sale November 1, 2024 with a first use date of December 1, 2024 (First Sunday of Advent). Mandatory use for the new text will be March 5, 2025 (Ash Wednesday). While the ritual and study editions will not be available until November 1, formation resources related to the new translation are available. View the complete list of resources here: Christian Initiation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• When can I get the new ritual book?
  The first available date to receive the ritual text will be November 1.


• What editions will LTP be publishing?
  LTP will be publishing three ritual editions:
  • English: Order of Christian Initiation of Adults
  • Spanish: Ritual de la Iniciación cristiana de adultos
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish): Order of Christian Initiation of Adults/ Ritual de la Iniciación cristiana de adultos
  LTP will be publishing two study editions:
  • English: The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults: Study Edition
  • Spanish: Ritual de la Iniciación cristiana de adultos. Edición de estudio


• Is the Spanish version changing too?
  Yes. Updates have been made to the Ritual de la Iniciación cristiana de adultos (RICA) and a new translation will be made available. The timeline for implementation is the same for the Spanish and English editions.

Join our new Facebook Group

Connect, learn, and share with other initiation ministers from around the country! Join our new Facebook group and connect with others to share best practices, receive quick responses to questions, and more.

Learn with our Digital Institutes

We are offering a variety of virtual training opportunities. Please join us and/or invite others to participate in these engaging and informative sessions.

• The Rituals of the OCIA: Prepare, Celebrate, Reflect
  Wednesdays, January 15, 22, 29, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:30pm ET
  Register


• Orientation Sessions for New OCIA Coordinators, Part 1: Understanding the Periods, Rites, and Vision of the OCIA
  Monday evenings, January 27, February 3 and 10, 2025 | 8:30–10:00pm ET
  Register


• The OCIA Adapted for Children: A Family-Based Approach
  Thursdays, January 30, February 6, and 13, 2025| 1:00pm-2:30pm ET
  Register


• Orientation Sessions for New OCIA Coordinators, Part 2: Skills for Effective Ministry and Administration
  Saturday, February 15, 2025 | 11:00am-3:30pm ET
  Register


• Sesiones de orientación para nuevos coordinadores de RICA
  el sábado 25 de enero de 2025 | 11:00am-3:30pm ET
  Register

Host a training event

With this new translation of the ritual text, we have a great opportunity! This is the perfect time to rededicate ourselves to the Church's vision for initiation ministry by providing ongoing formation for parish leaders and initiation ministers. We are here to help plan a formation event (in English or Spanish) in your diocese.

If you are interested in hosting a workshop, contact Michael Ruzicki, LTP's training and events manager, at training@ltp.org or by calling 773-579-4900 ext. 3531.