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Sacred Heart Parish Hosts Catholic Black History Celebration
In recognition of Black History Month, Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Shreveport held a special Catholic Black History Celebration Mass Sunday, February 20.The committee, Jean Woods, chairperson, selected to honor Deacon Charles Thomas of our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament. Deacon Charles delivered the homily and spoke on his journey as a Deacon. Choir Director, Stephanie Carr, Cantor, Mary Nash along with the adult and youth choirs provided special music during the Mass. The Knights of Peter Claver Council 144 and Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Court 144 Degree also participated during Mass. It was a joyful and memorable day for the “The Little Church with the Big Heart”! The parish which comprises a diverse and active faith community worked together with loving dedication, provided delicious refreshments, and worked together to ensure it was a special day for Deacon Charles Thomas, his wife Nadalie Thomas, Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, and Sacred Heart Church.
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