The Catholic parishes in Cedar Falls and Waterloo welcome individuals or families who are interested in joining the Catholic faith community and anyone who is interested in learning more about the Catholic faith.

For individuals who have never been baptized or catechized in the Christian faith, the parishes provide the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. For individuals who have been baptized, catechized, and participating regularly in another Christian church, the parishes offer the Rite of Christian Reception of Adults.

Both rites offer a combination of personal preparation and discernment in a small group format, combined with public liturgical ceremonies which celebrate an individual's gradual incorporation into the Catholic faith community.