The Rite of Christian Initiation for Children, RCIC, is a conversion process for children of catechetical age (3rd grade) whose parents wish them to be initiated into the Catholic Church. This process involves regular meetings lead by a designated catechist and usually with other children to learn about the Church's teachings. These sessions are designed and scheduled based on families' needs each year and usually culminate with entry into the Church at the Easter Vigil service. Parents must be registered members of the parish or participating in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. This program is also appropriate for older children who were baptized as infants but who have not continued their formation and made reconciliation or their first communion.