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The Thirteenth National Black Catholic Congress gathering is held from July 20-23, 2023, in National Harbor, MD. His Eminence Wilton Cardinal Gregory  gave the Opening Keynote Address and celebrated the Opening Mass at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. The Pastoral Plan was issued, along with an implementation guide, to provide ideas and inspiration to parishes for action over the next five years.