Belief
Jesus Christ
Compendium · questions 79–135
Beginning · a practical guide
I want to explore becoming Catholic
Prepare a first conversation and find out what is available where you live.
Know whom to approach and what to ask before making a commitment.
Start here
Find an official local contact
Use the directory for your country or region, then confirm the parish or eparchy and the person responsible for adult preparation.
Find a parish contactA way forward, at your pace
Prepare the conversation
Keep practical questions about meetings, language, access and any records the parish may request.
Prepare my questionsExplore the source readings
Read about initiation and bring questions about your own background to the parish.
Explore initiation sourcesChoose a manageable reading
You can begin a foundation reading while waiting for a reply; it is not a substitute for the local preparation process.
Open a foundation reading
Read further in the sources
Choose a subject to see its source section, numbered questions and any available local excerpts.
Belief
The Spirit, Church and eternal life
Compendium · questions 136–217
Worship and sacraments
Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist
Compendium · questions 251–294
Prayer
Learning to pray
Compendium · questions 557–566
Continue from what matters to you.
You can change direction at any time. Reading and practical preparation do not assign a religious status.