RCIA Hollywood

Apr 09 2009 89

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An RCIA program designed exclusively for artists in Hollywood who are interested in exploring the Catholic faith in a systematic way, with the possibility of full admission to the Catholic Church during the Easter season. RCIA stands for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, a process that dates back to the very first centuries of Christianity.

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Opening remarks / Introductions

Barbara Nicolosi introduces the program and the RCIA team for 2005-2006. Duration: 13 minutes.

Syllabus / Book and Film recommendations

Barbara discusses the syllabus as well as recommended theologians, philosophers, books and films. Duration: 33 minutes.

Matthew 5: The Beatitudes

Barbara leads a discussion on the Beatitudes. Duration: 49 minutes.

Introduction to Session Two

Clayton Emmer introduces the second session of RCIA. Duration: 7 minutes.

About Matthew's Gospel

Clayton leads a discussion on the world of Matthew's gospel, including discussion of the role of memory in the Judeo-Christian tradition. Duration: 8 minutes.

Matthew, Chapter 1

A discussion of the first chapter of Matthew, including questions about the genealogy of Jesus and the importance of Mary's perpetual virginity. Duration: 36 minutes.

Matthew, Chapter 2

A discussion of the second chapter of Matthew. Topics include the Magi and the role of prophecy in the Bible. Duration: 28 minutes.

Matthew, Chapter 3

Fr. David Guffey reads the third chapter of Matthew's gospel. Duration: 3 minutes.

Introduction to Session Three

Barbara Nicolosi introduces the third session of RCIA by talking about the Te Deum. Duration: 4 minutes.

Matthew, Chapter 4

Barbara Nicolosi leads a discussion of the fourth chapter of Matthew's gospel, with a focus on the three temptations of Christ in the desert. Duration: 90 minutes.