Our Programs & Initiatives

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Theology For Service Leadership

Theology For Service Leadership

A Two-Year Program including Theology courses and Leadership internships.

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Exploring Catholicism

Exploring Catholicism

Immersive programs for deepening faith and community connections.

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Virtual Hangout

Virtual Hangout

Quarterly online events bringing Catholics together for sharing.

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Conference

Conference

Annual gatherings with leaders, clergy, and scholars for theological engagement.

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Statement of Endorsement From Archbishop Kaigama

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Our Story

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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    Resources in Action: Members Reflection

    Name: Onyekwere Anslem Chikadibia | Tribe: Culture Creator | Reflection: “ Narrow is the gate that leads to life. Only a few follows the gate and are safe.”     •     Name: Nicodemus Oko | Tribe: - | Reflection: “God is willing to protect us all the days of our life through the prayer of our guardian angel ”     •     Name: Aki Igbawase peter | Tribe: Culture Creators | Reflection: “ The spirit of God always intercede for us and guide us on the right path. ”     •     Name: Judith Laphilai Maikaho| Tribe: Culture Creators | Reflection: “ Healthy competition in sports can motivate us to be creative and diligent but rivalry opens the door to sin. I must remember that everything I do should honour God and not glorify my abilities over His gifts. ”     •     Name: ONUCHE OJOCHIDE GRACE | Tribe: Faith Explorers | Reflection: “ With the Saints, we are now members of the household of God through Christ the cornerstone ”     •     Name: Madaki Evelyn Atabe | Tribe: Innovators Circle | Reflection: “ Even in the silence of our Heart the Spirit speaks and connect us to God. ”     •     Name: Chinonye Linda Okenwa | Tribe: Service Builders | Reflection: “ Like St Lucy, we can all turn our faith into love, kindness, comfort and strength to those in need, this is because when faith is alive, it doesn’t end with us, it overflows and reaches others.”     •    

    Upcoming Events

    Dec 9 2025

    Virtual Hangout

    Quarterly online events bringing Catholics together for sharing.

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    Jan 20 2026

    Theology for Service Leadership

    Strengthening Foundation for Theological Education and Transformative Service Leadership

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    Nov 23 25

    40th World Youth Day (Diocesan)

    Join the local celebration on the theme: "You also are my witnesses, because you have been with me."

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    Our Programs

    Church Life Africa (CLA), in collaboration with the Augustine Institute, 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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