‘A slice of American history’ at 2022 Black History Mass

The life and achievements of African American Catholics were celebrated at the annual Black History Mass Feb. 19, 2022. (Victor Alemán)

African Americans who have contributed to evangelization and community efforts at parishes throughout the Archdiocese of LA received the “Keeper of the Flame” Award during the Mass. (Victor Alemán)

Bishop Dave O'Connell celebrated the annual Black History Mass held at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels Feb. 19, 2022. (Victor Alemán)

Fr. Anthony Bozeman, SJ, pastor of the Church of the Transfiguration in Los Angeles, was the homilist for the Mass. (Victor Alemán)

(Victor Alemán)

African American sisters and religious members gathered for the Black History Mass Feb. 19. (Victor Alemán)

(Victor Alemán)

LA Catholics pray during the 2022 Black History Mass. (Victor Alemán)

(Victor Alemán)

(Victor Alemán)

(Victor Alemán)

“The Church and family life were the primary sources of the faith that guided Black Americans and therefore it is fitting we celebrate their contributions in this special liturgical service.” (Victor Alemán)