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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519
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SUMMARY:Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage with Deacon Harold
DESCRIPTION:A Journey of Courage\, Witness & Hope \n\n\n\n\n\n\n“¡Viva Cristo Rey!” – Long Live Christ the King! These were the final defiant words shouted by countless Mexican martyrs who gave their lives rather than deny their faith during one of the darkest chapters in Catholic history – the Cristero War. \nOn this sacred pilgrimage\, we walk in the footsteps of these heroic witnesses\, men\, women\, and children who stood against violent persecution\, proclaiming the kingship of Christ and the maternal protection of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Their sacrifice reminds us of the cost of discipleship and the call to courage in our own lives.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/our-lady-of-guadalupe-pilgrimage-with-deacon-harold/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T161402Z
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SUMMARY:Theology of the Body and Spiritual Direction: The Art of Accompaniment Online
DESCRIPTION:This course explores various aspects of the theory and practice of spiritual direction. Spiritual direction is an art that allows many approaches. What is unique about spiritual direction is that it is a relationship that focuses on the one-on-one relationship of the directee with God.  Our one-on-one relationship with God began and is seen in original man\, in his original solitude with God and is the foundation of every other relationship.  Through the wounds inflicted by sin\, historical man struggles to live fully from that relationship. The relationship of vulnerability with a spiritual director or a deeply trusted friend can help us move towards our destiny as eschatological man\, when that relationship is fully healed and brought to its ultimate spousal consummation with Christ.  The spiritual director supports the directee in traveling a way of prayer\, purification and illumination until arriving finally at transforming union with God. \n\n\nFr. Boniface Hicks\, OSB\, is a Benedictine monk of St. Vincent Archabbey in Latrobe\, Pennsylvania. He has provided spiritual direction for many men and women\, including married couples\, seminarians\, consecrated religious\, and priests\, even while completing his Ph.D in computer science at Penn State University. He became the programming manager and an on-air contributor for We Are One Body Catholic Radio in 2010 and has recorded thousands of radio programs on theology and the spiritual life. He has extensive experience as a retreat master for laity\, consecrated religious\, and priests. He became the Director for Spiritual Formation for Saint Vincent Seminary in 2016 and Director of the Institute for Ministry Formation at Saint Vincent Seminary in 2019 and has offered many courses on spiritual direction and the spiritual life. He completed the STL program at Sacred Heart Seminary on the New Evangelization in April 2023. He is author of The Fruit of Her Womb\, published by Sophia Institute Press\, as well as Through the Heart of St. Joseph and together with Fr. Thomas Acklin\, OSB he is author of the book Spiritual Direction: A Guide for Sharing the Father’s Love and Personal Prayer: A Guide for Receiving the Father’s Love\, all published by Emmaus Road Publishing.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/theology-of-the-body-and-spiritual-direction-the-art-of-accompaniment-online/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260507T195738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T195738Z
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SUMMARY:Stronger Than Stress: Building Everyday Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. A. Mechelle Haywood for Stronger Than Stress: Building Everyday Resilience\, an empowering webinar designed to help you navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. Drawing on practical strategies and real-life insights\, Dr. Haywood offers tools to manage stress\, strengthen emotional well-being\, and cultivate resilience in your daily routine. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or simply looking to grow stronger in the face of adversity\, this session will leave you equipped\, encouraged\, and ready to thrive.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/stronger-than-stress-building-everyday-resilience/
LOCATION:Zoom Virtual Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Black Catholic Congress":MAILTO:nbcc@nbccongress.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260316T135142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T135254Z
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SUMMARY:Go\, Make Disciples Go\, Make Disciples: An Introductory Training in Missionary Discipleship
DESCRIPTION:9:00 AM-12:00 PM (Mass available at 8 AM in the Newman Center Chapel) \nSATURDAY\, MAY 30\nFriendship with God \nSATURDAY\, JUNE 6\nSkills for Accompanying Others to Faith \nSATURDAY\, JUNE 13\nHow to Share the Gospel \nParticipants attend all three sessions. \nTemple Newman Center: 2129 N. Broad St.\, Philadelphia\, PA 19122\nStreet parking available on Park Ave. \nFACILITATORS:\nFr. Matthew Biedrzycki\, St. Malachy Parish \nFor information: Meghan Cokeley\, Office for the New Evangelization\, mcokeley@archphila.org\nor Stacy Williams\, Office for Black Catholics  swilliams@archphila.org. \nRegister at: PHILLYEVANG.ORG/EVENTS\nRegistration includes coffee\, snacks and guidebook. \nREGISTRATION General admission $25. $15 for St. Malachy parishioners using discount code MALACHY (all caps).
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/go-make-disciples-go-make-disciples-an-introductory-training-in-missionary-discipleship/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Temple Newman Center\, 2129 N. Broad St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19122\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260526T135839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T135909Z
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SUMMARY:Black Ministry Pastoral Plan Listening Session for the Archdiocese of Washington
DESCRIPTION:Black Ministry Pastoral Plan Listening Session — Saturday\, May 30th\nSt. John the Evangelist Church\n8908 Old Branch Avenue\nClinton\, Maryland 20735\nMass 8:30 am; Listening session — 9 a.m. – 12 noon.\nFor more information\, contact the Parish Office (301)-868-1070
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/black-ministry-pastoral-plan-listening-session-for-the-archdiocese-of-washington/
LOCATION:St. John the Evangelist Church\, 8908 Old Branch Avenue\, Clinton\, MD\, 20735\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Archdiocese of Washington":MAILTO:culturaldiversity@adw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T160000
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CREATED:20260526T164934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T164934Z
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SUMMARY:50th Anniversary of Fr. Reginald Whitt\, O.P.
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join in the celebration of Fr. Reginald Whitt\, O.P. on the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood of Jesus Christ.  \nThe celebration will take place on Saturday\, May 30 beginning at 4:00pm with a solemn Mass in our parish church. \nThe friars at SS. Philip and James would love for you to join us as we celebrate God’s goodness in the 50 years of priesthood of Fr. Reginald.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/50th-anniversary-of-fr-reginald-whitt-o-p/
LOCATION:SS. Philip and James Catholic Church\, 2801 N. Charles St.\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21218\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260518T185319Z
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SUMMARY:Eat the Scroll Ministry proudly presents "The Magnificent 7"
DESCRIPTION:Seven men\, sharing their testimonies\, fatherhood experiences\, and God’s calling…Echoing Isaiah 6:8\, “Here I am\, send me!” \nFeatures voices:\nAnsel Augustine\, D.Min\nDavid Robinson-Morris\, Ph.D.\nAndrew “Alley Cat” Lyke\nO. Paul-Mark Eroma\, M.A.\nGardis Watts\nCharles Wiley\, and\nTeejay Nash\, II \nVideos will be available beginning June 1\, 2026. Click here to watch/listen to these men: https://www.eatthescrollministry.com/
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/eat-the-scroll-ministry-proudly-presents-the-magnificent-7/
LOCATION:Video Release on the Eat the Scroll Ministry website
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T161500
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260526T180312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T180354Z
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SUMMARY:An Online Public Dialogue on Magnifica Humanitas: AI\, Catholic Social Teaching\, and Pope Leo's New Encyclical
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 2\, 2026 from 3:00 to 4:15 PM EDT\nOnline via Livestream \nCLICK HERE TO RSVP \nPope Leo’s first encyclical\, Magnifica Humanitas (“Magnificent Humanity”)\, comes as humanity’s relationship with technology undergoes an epochal change. This major document — the most significant of Leo’s pontificate so far — asks us to consider what it means to promote the common good and safeguard the human person in a context of rapidly developing technology\, especially the development of artificial intelligence. Pope Leo insists that this is not a moment for passive adaptation. The encyclical calls us to ask\, in every context – work\, family\, education\, public life – whether our technologies are serving human dignity or eroding it. \nThis dialogue will explore how technological changes can enhance\, rather than replace\, humanity’s co-creative relationship with God. It will also consider what new divisions we might face if we allow new technologies to replace our capacities for reflection and communion.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/an-online-public-dialogue-on-magnifica-humanitas-ai-catholic-social-teaching-and-pope-leos-new-encyclical/
LOCATION:Online Event via Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T180000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260602T115446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T115446Z
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SUMMARY:Solemn Vespers for Bishop John H. Ricard\, SSJ
DESCRIPTION:Solemn Vespers for Bishop John H. Ricard are on June 4th at 6PM EDT. View the livestream by clicking here: https://www.youtube.com/live/M4aE5AcqC-w
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/solemn-vespers-for-bishop-john-h-ricard-ssj/
LOCATION:LIVESTREAM EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260602T115821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T115821Z
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SUMMARY:Mass of Christian Burial for Bishop John H. Ricard\, SSJ
DESCRIPTION:Mass of Christian burial for Bishop John H. Ricard will take place on June 5th at 12noon EDT. The livestream can be viewed by clicking here: https://www.youtube.com/live/AEeNRHA6th0
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/mass-of-christian-burial-for-bishop-john-h-ricard-ssj/
LOCATION:LIVESTREAM EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260604T152514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T152514Z
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SUMMARY:Saints of Africa 2026
DESCRIPTION:Theme: “United in the Body of Christ\, We Walk in the Light of God.”\nSaturday\, June 6\, 2026\n4:00 PM EDT Vigil Mass at the Church followed by a Cultural Reception\, Merit Awards and Keynote Speech at the School beginning at 5:30 PM EDT\nOur Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church\n1006 Larch Avenue\, Takoma\, Park\, MD 20912\nMain Celebrant and Homilist: Most Rev. Evelio Mejivar-Ayala\, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Washington\nKeynote Speaker at the Reception: Bishop-elect Robert Boxie III of the Archdiocese of Washington\nTopic: The Saintly Seven: The Causes of the first African American Catholics on the Path to Sainthood\nRSVP to Rev. Fr. Ebuka Mbanude: mbanudee@adw.org; Deogratias Miti Kawunde: 240.605.7987\, acadmvinf0@gmail.com
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/saints-of-africa-2026/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church\, 1006 Larch Avenue\, Takoma Park\, MD\, 20912\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260513T184552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T184552Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating the Eucharist and Fathers
DESCRIPTION:Next month\, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ on Sunday\, June 7 and Father’s Day on Sunday\, June 21. \nThese pro-life posters and prayer cards illustrate how respect for human life is integral to and woven throughout our Faith. The posters feature English and Spanish on reverse sides\, and the prayer cards are available in both English and Spanish.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/celebrating-the-eucharist-and-fathers/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260429T170330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T170330Z
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SUMMARY:You're Invited to Father Gerard Marable's Retirement Mass
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 14\, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT\nAssumption Church\n146 S. Pitney Road\, Galloway\, NJ 08205 \nA Lawn Party will Follow\nPlease RSVP for the lawn party to 609-652-0008
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/youre-invited-to-father-gerard-marables-retirement-mass/
LOCATION:Assumption Church\, 146 S. Pitney Road\, Galloway\, NJ\, 08205\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T133000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260604T150317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T154838Z
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SUMMARY:250 Years Towards Racial Justice
DESCRIPTION:Progress\, Promise\, and Challenges\nPresented by Georgetown University Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life \nAs the U.S. commemorates Juneteenth\, marking the end of slavery in the United States\, the nation also prepares to celebrate the two hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4. While the Declaration of Independence states\, “We hold these truths to be self-evident\, that all men are created equal\,” enslavement did not end in this country until 1865\, 89 years after the signing of this founding document of the U.S.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/250-years-towards-racial-justice/
LOCATION:Online Via Livestream
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260603T193636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T193643Z
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SUMMARY:"Hidden in Plain Sight" documentary to screen at 28th Annual Roxbury International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:It is with great joy that the Office of Multicultural Ministry shares some wonderful news. The documentary Hidden in Plain Sight has been selected to screen at the 28th Annual Roxbury International Film Festival\, the largest film festival in New England\, as part of its short film program\, Shorts: Unseen African American Histories. \nDate: Friday\, June 19\, 2026 \nLocation: Massachusetts College of Art and Design \nThis 30-minute documentary draws on interviews and archival footage to explore the experiences\, contributions\, and enduring faith of Black Catholics within the Archdiocese of Boston. These inspiring stories of faith\, resilience\, and belonging are an important part of who we are as Church. \nAll are welcome to attend\, and we encourage you to invite friends and family to join you for this special occasion. \nFor more information and to read the full announcement\, click here. \nTo purchase tickets ($13)\, click here. \nTo watch Previews : \nTrailer 1 \nTrailer 2
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/hidden-in-plain-sight-documentary-to-screen-at-28th-annual-roxbury-international-film-festival/
LOCATION:Massachusetts College of Art and Design\, 621 Huntington Ave.\, Boston\, MA\, 02115\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260513T184730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T184813Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating the Eucharist and Fathers
DESCRIPTION:Next month\, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ on Sunday\, June 7 and Father’s Day on Sunday\, June 21. \nThese pro-life posters and prayer cards illustrate how respect for human life is integral to and woven throughout our Faith. The posters feature English and Spanish on reverse sides\, and the prayer cards are available in both English and Spanish.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/celebrating-the-eucharist-and-fathers-2/
LOCATION:DC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260521T135703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T135703Z
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SUMMARY:Called to Serve: Altar Servers Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A day to get closer to Jesus in the Eucharist and grow in the joy of serving Him. \nFor young people under 18 currently serving as Altar Servers
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/called-to-serve-altar-servers-retreat/
LOCATION:O’Dwyer Retreat Center\, 15523 York Road\, Sparks Glencoe\, MD\, 21152\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260330T130656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T130656Z
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SUMMARY:Biking for Babies
DESCRIPTION:Renewing the culture of life\, one young adult and one pregnancy resource center at a time. \nThe Philly Ride for Life will take place on Saturday\, June 27\nLike you\, we want to give bold witness to the goodness of human life. Join the Philly Ride for Life and become a joyful advocate for human dignity through Christian formation\, pregnancy center support\, and charitable cycling. \nHow Can You Help?\nRegister\, get details\, or donate here: bikingforbabies.com/events \nwww.BikingforBabies.com
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/biking-for-babies/
LOCATION:Sts. Philip and James Parish\, 723 Lincoln Hwy\, Exton\, PA\, 19341\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260608T123828Z
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SUMMARY:Archdiocese of Washington Regional Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach\, the Office of Evangelization\, and the Black Catholic Ministry Pastoral Planning Committee will host regional listening sessions at various parishes and locations through October 2026. \nSaturday\, June 27\, 2026\nMother Seton Catholic Church\n19951 Father Hurley Blvd\nGermantown\, Maryland 20874\n9:00 a.m. – Mass\n10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Listening Session in Parish Center \nContact the Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach at culturaldiversity@adw.org for additional information. \n 
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/archdiocese-of-washington-regional-listening-session/
LOCATION:Mother Seton Catholiuc Church\, 19951 Father Hurley Blvd.\, Germantown\, MD\, 20874\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach%2C Office of Evangelization%2C and the Black Catholic Ministry Pastoral Planning Committee":MAILTO:culturaldiversity@adw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260107T163939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T163939Z
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE: IBCS Summer 2026 Date Announced
DESCRIPTION:The Institute for Black Catholic Studies has announced the date for the Summer 2026 program. \nThe theme is “…those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength…” Isaiah 40:31
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/save-the-date-ibcs-summer-2026-date-announced/
LOCATION:Institute for Black Catholic Studies\, 1 Drexel Drive\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260608T124238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T124238Z
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SUMMARY:Archdiocese of Washington Regional Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 28 2026\nSt. John Vianney Catholic Church – Vianney Room\n105 Vianney Lane\nPrince Frederick\, MD 20678\n10:45 a.m. – Mass\nListening Session 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. \nThe Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach\, the Office of Evangelization\, and the Black Catholic Ministry Pastoral Planning Committee will host regional listening sessions at various parishes and locations through October 2026. \nContact the Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach at culturaldiversity@adw.org for additional information.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/archdiocese-of-washington-regional-listening-session-2/
LOCATION:St. John Vianney Catholic Church – Vianney Room\, 105 Vianney Lane\, Prince Frederick\, MD\, 20678\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach%2C Office of Evangelization%2C and the Black Catholic Ministry Pastoral Planning Committee":MAILTO:culturaldiversity@adw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260325T155052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T155600Z
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SUMMARY:National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
DESCRIPTION:Pilgrimage culminates at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul\nin Philadelphia\, PA \nJuly 2-5\, 2026 \n\nHoly Mass\nEucharistic Procession\nContinuous Eucharistic\nAdoration at the Cathedral\nService Events\nand more!\n\nSchedule of events & adoration signups at archphila.org/underGod
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/national-eucharistic-pilgrimage/
LOCATION:Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul\, 18th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260513T171409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T171409Z
UID:10000585-1783209600-1783295999@nbccongress.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer as a Marshall for the National Eucharistic Procession in Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:July 5\, 2026 \nLooking for 40-50 volunteers who would like to serve as Procession Marshalls during the Eucharistic Procession from the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul to the National Shrine of St. John Neumann on Sunday\, January 5\, 2026. \n11:00 AM – Solemn Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul\n12:30 PM – Procession begins in front of the Cathedral\, process 2 miles\n1:30 PM – Arrival at the National Shrine of St. John Neumann with Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament followed by a social. \nDownload the flyer for a list of responsibilities. \nTraining will be provided beforehand. For more details or to volunteer\, please send an email to worship@archphia.org. \nFor more information\, visit archphila.org/underGod
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/volunteer-as-a-marshall-for-the-national-eucharistic-procession-in-philadelphia/
LOCATION:Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul\, 18th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T180000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260526T172640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T172640Z
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SUMMARY:National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus Prayer Service for Bishop-Elect Boxie III's Ordination
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, July 6th at 6PM. This prayer service will be held at St. Augustine Church in Washington\, DC. The event will also be livestreamed via St. Augustine DC YouTube Page.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/national-black-catholic-clergy-caucus-prayer-service-for-bishop-elect-boxie-iiis-ordination/
LOCATION:St. Augustine Church in DC\, 2101 15th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260526T173108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T173108Z
UID:10000814-1783432800-1783432800@nbccongress.org
SUMMARY:Ordination of Bishop-elect Robert Boxie III
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 7th at 2:00 PM EDT \nBasilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington\, DC. The ordination will be livestreamed via the Archdiocese of Washington YouTube page.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/ordination-of-bishop-elect-robert-boxie-iii/
LOCATION:Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception\, 400 Michigan Ave NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20017\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260223T212810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T212916Z
UID:10000511-1784764800-1785110399@nbccongress.org
SUMMARY:Hallelujah Workshop 2026
DESCRIPTION:Xavier University Institute for Black Catholic Studies presents Hallelujah Workshop 2026. Come be restored! \nThe theme is Divinity\, Calling us to the Wholeness of Mind\, Body\, Spirit and Justice. \nPre-registration will take place during the Lenten season\, from February 18 through April 6\, 2026.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/hallelujah-workshop-2026/
LOCATION:Xavier University of Louisiana\, 1 Drexel Dr.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260608T124735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T124735Z
UID:10000824-1786197600-1786208400@nbccongress.org
SUMMARY:Archdiocese of Washington Regional Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 8\, 2026 \nSt. John the Evangelist Catholic Church\n10103 Georgia Avenue\nSilver Spring\, MD 20902\n2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Listening Session in Kennedy Room\n5:30 p.m. Mass in the Historic Church (Rosensteel Avenue) \nThe Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach\, the Office of Evangelization\, and the Black Catholic Ministry Pastoral Planning Committee will host regional listening sessions at various parishes and locations through October 2026. \nContact the Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach at culturaldiversity@adw.org for additional information.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/archdiocese-of-washington-regional-listening-session-3/
LOCATION:St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church\, 10103 Georgia Avenue\, Silver Spring\, 20902\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach%2C Office of Evangelization%2C and the Black Catholic Ministry Pastoral Planning Committee":MAILTO:culturaldiversity@adw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261003
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260429T153709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T153709Z
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SUMMARY:In the Person of Christ: Theology of the Body and Priestly Identity
DESCRIPTION:The Theology of the Body Institute presents “Theology of the Body and Priestly Identity\,” the first of a three-part retreat seminar series entitled\, “In the Person of Christ: Theology of the Body and the Catholic Priesthood.”  Guided by Reverend Brett Brannen\, priest of the Diocese of Savannah\, and TOBI Director of Ongoing Formation and Consecrated Virgin\, Jen Settle\, participants follow the triptych of the Theology of the Body (our origin\, history\, and destiny as persons) to discover the applications of the teaching to their priesthood. \n\nParticipants will contemplate and discuss among brother priests the Origins and History of the Fatherhood of God and Man\, as well as the Destiny of the Fatherhood of Man while diving into topics such as Living as a Son\, Spouse\, and Father\, Spiritual Fatherhood\, priestly fraternity\, Living in the Person of Christ as Icon of the Bridegroom\, Celibacy and Living as a Man of Communion. Join your brother priests for a unique time of receiving\, deep prayer\, reflection\, and daily celebration of the Sacraments of Eucharist and Confession that will rekindle your love of the gift of your priesthood. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Five Day Retreat Seminars Include: \n+ Five days of interactive presentations. + \n+ Time for relaxation and prayer on beautiful retreat grounds. + \n+ Daily Mass\, Adoration\, Liturgy of the Hours\, Spiritual Direction\, and Confession. +
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/in-the-person-of-christ-theology-of-the-body-and-priestly-identity/
LOCATION:San Pedro Retreat Center in Orlando\, Florida\, 95 Bishop Grady Lane\, Winter Park\, FL\, 32792\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Theology of the Body Institute":MAILTO:jsettle@tobinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260608T125115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T125115Z
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SUMMARY:Archdiocese of Washington Regional Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 4\, 2026\nSt. Peter Claver Catholic Church\n16922 Saint Peter Claver Road\nInigoes\, MD 20684\n10:00 a.m. Mass\nNoon – 3:00 p.m. Listening Session in McKenna Hall \nThe Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach\, the Office of Evangelization\, and the Black Catholic Ministry Pastoral Planning Committee will host regional listening sessions at various parishes and locations through October 2026. \nContact the Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach at culturaldiversity@adw.org for additional information.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/archdiocese-of-washington-regional-listening-session-4/
LOCATION:St. Peter Claver Catholic Church\, 16922 Saint Peter Claver Road\, Inigoes\, MD\, 20684\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach%2C Office of Evangelization%2C and the Black Catholic Ministry Pastoral Planning Committee":MAILTO:culturaldiversity@adw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20260613T171457
CREATED:20260126T181407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T181559Z
UID:10000500-1791849600-1792108799@nbccongress.org
SUMMARY:Witnessing to the Light of Christ—  “the Way\, the Truth\, and the  Life.”  Evangelization Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE: \nThe Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis will convene an Evangelization Summit on October 13–15\, 2026\, at Marian University in Indianapolis\, Indiana. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVISION: Responding to the call of the Holy Spirit\, the Evangelization Summit will be an opportunity for attendees to reflect on and re-examine the state of evangelization for the Catholic Church in the U.S.—where the Church in the U.S. is bearing fruit in evangelization\, and where she is striving to live her essential mission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration and additional details available by mid-March 2026.
URL:https://nbccongress.org/event/witnessing-to-the-light-of-christ-the-way-the-truth-and-the-life-evangelization-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Marian University in Indianapolis\, Indiana\, 3200 Cold Spring Rd.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46222\, United States
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