Celebrating the Bicentennial
Closing Celebration – Bicentennial of Cardinal Charles Lavigerie
Join the U.S. Sector of the Missionaries of Africa for the Closing Celebration of the Bicentennial of the birth of our founder, Cardinal Charles Lavigerie. This special evening includes a reception, dinner, and an inspiring presentation by Father Antonio Koffi, M.Afr.
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Location: St. Pascal Baylon, 112-43 198th St., St. Albans, NY 11412 (Get Directions)
Schedule;
- 5:30 pm - Reception and Silent Auction.
- 6:45 pm - Presentation
- 8:30 pm - Conclusion
Presentation:
"I Stood Where They Stood: A Personal Encounter with the Uganda Martyrs"
The Ugandan Martyrs: A Legacy of Faith and Courage
The Ugandan Martyrs’ unwavering faith and courage in the face of persecution continue to inspire Christians worldwide. Father Antonio Koffi, M.Afr., former pastor of St. John the Baptist, Mapeera Nabulagala Parish in Uganda — the parish where many of the martyrs were catechized and baptized — will share personal insights into their lives and their enduring impact on the Church in Africa.