By Jim Davis - Florida Catholic

MIAMI | Archbishop Thomas Wenski will be the main celebrant at a "Mass for Unity Against Racism," planned for 9 a.m. this coming Sunday, July 5, at Holy Redeemer Church, 1301 NW 71st St.

The July 4 weekend was chosen purposely for the occasion, Archbishop Wenski said. He linked the theme of liberty with the Church's stance against "the sin of racism."

Freedom and human values also call for dealing with the "triple crisis" facing the world, he added in a letter to the archdiocese's priests: the global pandemic, a worldwide economic downturn, and societal unrest.

"America is at its strongest when all our institutions promote the common good and work for the advantage of everyone," he said.

"Unity Against Racism" Masses are scheduled for all parishes throughout the archdiocese. Holy Redeemer will livestream the Mass with Archbishop Wenski as well.

"Independence Day weekend is a graced opportunity for every parish to highlight the Church’s social doctrine," the archbishop said.

For information, call Katrenia Jackman at the archdiocesan Office of Black Catholic Ministry, 305-915-9039.