Statement of Endorsement From Archbishop Kaigama

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The growing population and vibrant faith of African Catholics have engendered the long-expressed hope that the future of the Church is in Africa. Based on a model of solidarity and mutual enrichment between the Church in Africa and the Church in the United States, Church Life Africa (CLA) is a strategic initiative which takes this hope seriously and calls for an intentional investment in its promise.

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    Church Life Africa (CLA), in collaboration with the University of Notre Dame, is dedicated to equipping young African Catholics with the tools and resources necessary to foster vibrant communities of faith and service. Our programs are designed to empower lay Catholics to live out their theological calling, while also addressing the broader mission of the Church in Africa and beyond.

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