St. Boniface welcomes individuals and families who are interested in becoming Catholic and joining our faith community.
Our Becoming Catholic team walks with people who are inquiring about the Catholic faith and those who are considering joining the Catholic Church. We also help those who have been away from the Church return at a comfortable pace.
We’d love to talk with you to find out where you are on your faith journey and help you grow closer to God!
For more information, contact Faye Akers in the Faith Formation Office at fayeakers@stbonifacechurch.org or call 515-987-4597.
Please scroll down this page to learn about inquiry and formation steps, as well as details about rites, retreats and sacramental celebrations that may be a part of your journey.
Thinking about becoming Catholic...or just curious about the Catholic faith? Come to our sessions to ask questions and learn about our Catholic faith...all are welcome!
Thursdays
July 7 - August 18
7-8:30pm
Mary & Joseph Room
Sessions will be presented by Father Chinna and co-facilitated by members of the parish Becoming Catholic team. Topics include:
Topics and dates subject to change.
For more information or to schedule an individual inquiry conversation, contact Faye Akers at 515-987-4597 or fayeakers@stbonifacechurch.org.
Depending on your faith background, the length and pace of your journey to become Catholic may differ from others. Rites take place and sacraments are conferred when both the individual and the parish are ready. Prayerful discernment is always a part of each person’s journey.
The first step is to schedule an inquiry conversation with a Becoming Catholic team member. During that conversation, we listen to your faith story and discover how we can best help you on your spiritual journey in the areas of word, worship, witness and community (see Acts 2:42-43). You will receive a tentative schedule, formation resources, and more details at this time.
Next we will develop an individualized faith formation map to guide you on your journey, as well as match you with a faith journey companion or sponsor from our parish. In addition to attending Mass each week, any or all of the following steps may also be part of your journey:
Serving on the Becoming Catholic team is an opportunity to learn more about the Catholic faith and grow in your relationship with Jesus, too! For more information, please contact Faye Akers in the Faith Formation Office at fayeakers@stbonifacechurch.org or call 515-987-4597.
Internal Forms
Inquirer Information Sheet [click here]
Sponsor Information Sheet [click here]
Parish Ministry Application [click here]
Becoming Catholic Team Ministry Roles & Descriptions [click here]