GREENSBORO — Members of the Igbo Catholic Community in the Diocese of Charlotte attended a June 16 Mass offered in their native language by Father Marcel Amadi and assisted by Deacon Emmanuel Ukattah at St. Mary’s Church.
“Igbo language Mass is important for spiritual growth as Igbo Catholics,” said Professor Godfrey Uzochukwu, coordinator of the Mass, especially for recent immigrants and older Nigerian Catholics who do not speak English.
“This Igbo Mass is a way of thanking God in our native language and devoting a portion of our time to serve Him,” noted Father Amadi.
The Mass is offered four times each year at St. Mary’s Church, with the next liturgy scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 15. All are welcome.