Area Black Catholic Parishes to Hold Bible Study and Prayer Service in Solidarity with Emanuel A.M.C. Church in South Carolina
Faithful throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are invited to pray for the victims and the families of Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, South Carolina and to give witness to the right to pray and worship in our churches. On the one week anniversary of the deadly shooting, four parishes will hold bible study and a prayer service. All are welcome to attend.
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saint Martin de Porres Catholic Church
2340 Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Saint Raymond of Penafort Catholic Church
1350 Vernon Road, Philadelphia, PA 19150
Saint Athanasius Catholic Church
2050 Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19138
Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
109 E Price Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
In unity and solidarity with Emanuel A.M.E. Church and all affected by senseless acts of violence, the bible study and prayer gatherings are aimed at promoting fellowship, prayer and open dialogue.
The event has been coordinated by Office for Black Catholics.
Editor’s Note: For more information contact Deacon Bill Bradley, Director of the Office for Black Catholics, at 215-587-3541.
Contact
Jhoselyn Martinez
Communications Specialist
215-587-3747