The Black Catholic Apostolate was established in 1986 whose mission is to address the social, economic and spiritual concerns of all persons of African ancestry; to promote leadership; foster evangelization; and address issues of racial injustice through emphasis on family and education programs and the National Black Catholic Pastoral Plan. For more information on the Black Catholic Apostolate.
Black Catholic Apostolate
Multicultural Summer Picnic – August 22, 2022 – Join us for a wonderful afternoon of food, music, faith, and fun during the annual Black Catholic Apostolate Summer Picnic at City Island in Harrisburg on Sunday, August 21st, from 2-6 p.m. The picnic is at the Riverfront Pavilion, near the Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat. Everyone is welcome!
For more information contact Angelé Mbassi at (717) 608-0718 or Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Office at (717) 232-1003.
Mass with Gospel Choir
Third Sunday of the Month at 11:00 a.m.
Saint Francis of Assisi Church
1439 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17103
Mass in Swahili
Second Sunday of the Month at 2:30 p.m.
San Juan Bautista Church
425 S. Duke Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
- Timely Ministry Resources for Black Catholics provided by the USCCB
- The National Black Catholic Congress
- List of Black / African Saints
- The African American Catholic Youth Bible
- United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
- Black Catholics for Life
- Institute for Black Catholic Studies – Xavier University
- The African-born & the Church Family in the United States
- New The History of Black Catholics in the U.S. by Fr. Cyprian Davis
Join the Contemporary Gospel Choir
The Multicultural Ministries Office of the Diocese of Harrisburg is always looking for singers and musicians to join the Diocesan Contemporary Gospel Choir. No experience is necessary. All are welcome!
For additional information, contact:
PH: 717-657-4804 ext. 313
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