Frequently asked questions
Clear answers for pastors and parish leaders.
How Holy Journey complements OCIA, what it costs, and how a parish begins.
Does Holy Journey replace OCIA?
No. Holy Journey is complementary to OCIA and parish sacramental life. It begins where initial evangelization and OCIA leave off, helping newly initiated and returning Catholics continue into ordinary Catholic life and discipleship. It does not replace clergy, parish staff, diocesan structures, or pastoral discernment.
What does it cost?
Parish partnerships are priced per parish campus, not per participant, and Holy Journey requires no participant tuition. There are three tiers: Begin, Walk and Accompany. Founding pricing (first 25 parishes or until Easter 2027) is $499, $599 or $699 a month, or $4,999, $5,999 or $6,999 a year. Standard pricing is $599, $699 or $799 a month, or $5,999, $6,999 or $7,999 a year. Renewal is confirmed in writing each year. See the full pricing on the For Parishes page.
What does the Founding Parish Cohort include?
Founding pricing on any tier, plus founder softcover sets added at no charge with annual prepay in year one (Begin 0, Walk 2, Accompany 4). Standard plans include no sets. Founders can start monthly and switch to the founding annual price within 60 days. Founding renewals go up at most 5% a year until they reach the standard price. Other details are confirmed in your agreement.
How much parish staff time is required?
It depends on the partnership and your local model. Preparation typically asks 2–3 hours of parish leadership time in weeks 1–2, followed by leader formation and then weekly 60–90 minute sessions led by your own leaders. The fit conversation helps clarify roles before any commitment.
Who leads the cohorts?
Your own parish leaders, selected and prepared through the Holy Journey leader-formation process, serving with the knowledge of parish leadership. You lead your people; Holy Journey provides the formation system and support.
Can we start small?
Yes. A smaller first cohort is a thoughtful way to prepare leaders, learn from participants, and establish a sustainable rhythm. Founding cohorts are typically 12–30 participants.
Who is it for?
Newly initiated Catholics received through OCIA or the Easter Vigil, returning Catholics seeking continuing formation, and lifelong Catholics who want to go deeper. Returning and newly initiated Catholics can journey together.
How are personal reflections handled?
Reflections are private unless a participant chooses to share. Parish leaders see only what they need to support participation and accompaniment.
Is it faithful to Church teaching?
Scripture from the Douay-Rheims (Challoner) translation, with every lesson reviewed for fidelity to the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Holy Journey has been submitted to the Archdiocese of Vancouver for ecclesiastical review (Nihil Obstat and Imprimatur); no approval has yet been granted.
What happens on the call?
Thirty minutes with the Founders or a Parish Success Coach. We listen to your context, answer questions, and explore together whether Holy Journey fits your parish and timing. It is not a sales demo, and there is no obligation.
Begin with a 30-minute conversation.
Meet with the Founders or a Parish Success Coach to talk through your parish, your timing, and whether Holy Journey is a good fit. No obligation and no pressure.