The Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology Program at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) will host an African Mass on Sunday, Aug. 3, at 3 p.m. in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. The Mass is open to the public, and people of all faiths are welcome.

The Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology Program at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) will host an African Mass on Sunday, Aug. 3, at 3 p.m. in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. The Mass is open to the public, and people of all faiths are welcome.

The Mass will feature the St. Rita Angelic Choir and inspirational dancers from St. Rita Catholic Church in Indianapolis. Those who attend the Mass are encouraged to wear African attire to fill the church with a colorful celebration of joy and praise.

For more information about the African Mass on Aug. 3, contact Virginia Unverzagt, Ph.D., at vunverzagt@smwc.edu or 812-535-5206, or Rev. Eusebius Mbidoaka at 317-536-1050.

The Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology (MAPT) Program at SMWC prepares women and men personally and professionally for service in pastoral ministry. Rooted in the Roman Catholic tradition, the program welcomes all who seek a deeper understanding of the integration of Christian texts and tradition, contemporary culture and personal experiences. Those seeking more information about the MAPT program at SMWC can e-mail mapt@smwc.edu.