National Black Catholic Congress XI

SPECIAL M.C.A.A. ANNOUNCEMENT

National Black Catholic Congress XI

July 19-22, 2012
JW Marriott Hotel
Indianapolis, Indiana

What is “Congress”?

A convocation of two to three thousand people from across the USA, Canada and the
Caribbean,
An assembly to consider the concerns of Black Catholics in America,
A starting point for a five-year plan of action guiding American American Ministries,
A four day celebration of Catholic and African American faith, identity and culture,
A unique space, where Blacks who are Catholic and Catholics who are Black are, just
once every five years, a majority voice,
A conference, with panels, exhibits, and cultural events to discover and share best
practices in evangelization and social ministry
A spiritual uplift of glorious Eucharistic celebrations with dozens of concelebrants,
superb music, inspirational dance and homilies,
Professional development for parish and diocesan staff in Black Catholic ministries,
sharing their strengths and refreshing their work,
A not to be missed event for youth and young adults, with a full program designed
for the next generation of Black Catholics.

Registration Cost

a) $225.00 per person
b) $200.00 per person for a special group rate

Note: Diocese of Rockville Centre MCAA members attending together as a delegation would receive the special group rate.

Hotel Rate
Flat room rate: $140.00 including taxes
(single, double, triple, quad)

Please check this space to find out more about Congress as information becomes available to M.C.A.A.