In the Catholic RCIA "Rite of Election," is it also mandatory that the candidate be "presented"

Question

to the congegation at mass earlier that same day? I have M.S., and doing both a morning mass and an afternoon trip to the diocese (1.5 hrs) would endanger my ability to walk for @ 2 days after because it would be such a long day for me. I generally attend Saturday eve mass because I don't feel well AM's. Is it possible to attend ONLY the "Rite of Election" on that Sunday? Otherwise it would be too long a day for my health to take. It would seem a shame to have come all this way in RCIA and not be accepted because it's hard for people to understand that this is a health problem. What is the rule?

Answer 1

Although the fullness of the Rites includes both ceremonies, you are not required to attend the "Rite of Sending" Talk to the person running RCIA in your parish and explain your situation. If he/she does not give you an acceptable answer than talk to your pastor.

Answer 2

Accomodations can be made for people with medical conditions and disabilities.

Talk to the Director of Initiation at your church.

With love in Christ.