African American, African and Caribbean Apostolate
Black History Month Jubilee Mass
The Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart hosted a Black History Month Jubilee Mass on February 16, 2025, featuring Cardinals Joseph W. Tobin and Wilton D. Gregory.

Black Catholics for Sainthood

IMANI Newsletter
The official publication of the Office of African American, African & Caribbean Apostolate
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Our ministry emblem symbolizes the unity and diversity of people of African descent.
- Red represents the blood shed by ancestors due to systemic racism.
- Green signifies hope for a future where individuals are judged by their skills, not skin color.
- Black reflects the night sky that guided runaway slaves to freedom.
- Gold honors Africa’s ancient kingdoms and rulers.
- The baobab tree represents life, strength, and determination passed down through generations.