Credo: An OCIA Program
By Dominican Friars Thomistic Institute · Published by TAN Books
Overview
Credo: An OCIA Program provides a traditional, dependable resource for Catholics seeking formation rooted in the perennial wisdom of the Church. It aims at clarity and steady practice, avoiding novelty and keeping attention on what leads the soul to God.This edition emphasizes fidelity to Catholic tradition, a disciplined approach to prayer, and growth in the theological and moral virtues. It provides practical guidance suitable for a home, parish group, or classroom, encouraging slow reading, reflection, and concrete resolutions. The aim is steady conversion, not quick impressions, so the structure helps readers remain focused on Scripture, the sacramental life, and the wisdom of trusted Catholic teachers.
Credo includes sessions for Mystagogy, the often neglected period of discovery after catechumens are received into the Church. Plus, powerful interviews from recent converts allow catechumens to hear from their brothers and sisters who have already completed their journey through the Church’s doors.
Proceed at a deliberate pace, keep notes, and return to passages that move your conscience. Formation takes time, and the fruit shows up in family life, apostolate, and faithful service in the parish.
- Structured for steady spiritual growth in daily life.
- Traditional teaching presented with clarity and focus.
- Suited to personal prayer and parish study.
- Encourages disciplined, practical application.
- Built to serve for years of regular use.
What's Included
Prayer Book
The Credo Prayer Book is a companion piece to the program and has been compiled to introduce catechumens and candidates to the wealth of Catholic devotional prayers. It offers a representative sampling of the most common vocal prayers said by Catholics. While it was originally composed for new Catholics, it can certainly be used by any Catholic to assist and nurture one’s prayer life.
Catechist Guide
The accompanying guide book walks candidates through the course, introduces them to the treasures of the Catholic faith, and is a valuable reference during their formation and beyond. This complete and customizable 36 session program works with any level of current OCIA engagement. Use it as a supplement or make it the core of your OCIA.
Following the prayers, a brief compendium of various important lists and other information can be found, such as the Ten Commandments, the Beatitudes, the Precepts of the Church, and others.
Video Access
The Credo Video Series, produced in collaboration with the Dominican Friars and the Thomistic Institute, features 72 professionally filmed lessons—two per session across 36 topics—that bring the foundations of the Catholic Faith to life. Each 12-minute segment combines clear doctrinal teaching, theological depth, and real-world witness from converts and clergy. Perfect for group study or personal formation, these videos guide catechumens step by step through the truths of the Creed, the sacraments, and the moral life of the Church—all available to watch free of charge.
Lecturer: Various
Lessons: 36 Sessions (2 videos per session)
72 in total, all FREE
Length: 12 minutes (avg)
Publication Date: 2018
Intended Audience
- Pastors and parochial vicars seeking a doctrinally sound OCIA backbone
- Adult seekers, baptized but uncatechized Catholics, and returning faithful
- Small parishes that need a scalable structure without heavy staff lift
- Diocesan offices standardizing formation across multiple parishes
FAQs
How long is each session
About 24 minutes of video per session, delivered as two ~12 minute segments, plus discussion and prayer.
Can we use Credo alongside our current OCIA plan
Yes. Many parishes deploy Credo as the core framework with local readings, testimonies, and parish calendars added, or as a supplement to fill gaps.
Is there Mystagogy content after the Easter Vigil
Yes. Credo includes dedicated Mystagogy sessions to help neophytes remain grounded in sacramental life and parish community.
Do we need to purchase video access
No. The 72 lesson videos are available to watch free via the Wistia channel link above. The printed guide and companion prayer book are paid resources.
What is the best way to involve sponsors
Assign session previews, provide the guide, and leverage the discussion prompts. Sponsors can model prayer using the Credo Prayer Book.
What are the technical requirements
A stable internet connection to stream Wistia videos and the ability to display on a TV or projector. PDFs are viewable on standard devices.
How customizable is the pacing
Very. Run weekly across the liturgical year or compress to align with parish schedules. Add parish policies and sacramental preparation milestones as needed.
Key Themes
- Doctrinal clarity rooted in Thomistic theology
- Integration of creed, sacraments, and moral life
- Mystagogy as sustained discipleship, not a finish line
- Prayer as the engine of catechesis, supported by a companion prayer book
- Testimony of converts to model conviction and perseverance
- Parish adaptability that scales from small teams to large cohorts
- Pages:
- 174
- Publication Date:
- 8/27/2018
- SKU:
- SB1583
- Format:
- Paperbound
10 Reviews
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I have served in the RCIA/OCIA ministry for the past 35 years, to properly catechize those who come to the church, Credo is the curriculum to use. The study is well thought out and offered in such a way that the person taking part has the opportunity
Thank you for this study.
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From a Catechist and Convert
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Credo
Our OCIA team and participants has said this is the best we ever had.
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Credo RCIA Program
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Very thorough and systematic. The
Very thorough and systematic. The speakers are excellent. The witness videos are less useful though.…
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Excellent Program
I am attending RCIA classes at my local cathedral. The classes are excellent and a good way to begin…
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Very well presented program. Glad
Very well presented program. Glad that I found this for our orcia program
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Great program!
I was looking for something to provide a good framework for our RCIA program. We have a team that he…
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Credo
Very pleased. We had our first class last week on Chapter One - it was excellent. We also had the vi…
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More than Intellectual Formation
The lessons and the discussion questions help teach our OCIA not only the intellectual tradition of …
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