June 13 - 15, 2008, was a remarkable weekend at Holy Angels. A full calendar of major events was arranged around our celebration of Juneteenth (full, legal emancipation of slaves in the course of the Civil War), and Fathers' Day.
         A special edition of Holy Angels' famous fish fry kicked off the festivities on Friday evening, complete with a proclamation from the office of the Mayor of Indianapolis.
         Saturday began with a reading of the Mayor's proclamation, and of the proclamation by Abraham Lincoln finally freeing the slaves. The latter was accompanied by a stirring reenactment by men in full Civil War Union uniforms, portraying African American soldiers of the period. Booths, exhibits, Corvettes and classic cars, public service information, and children's amusements, all dotted the parish grounds. Indoors were soul food dinners, deflectable desserts, more information and sales booths, strolling guitarist, electronic gaming competition, and African dance. All the while a DJ provided appropriate background music for attendees. Saturday ended with a "Gospel Explosion" featuring two local gospel groups, a praise dance, and Holy Angels' own Gospel Choir.
        Sunday celebrated Fathers' Day, with a wonderful, spirited, and musical liturgy at 9:00 and 11:00 featuring a Women's Gospel Chorus made up of choir members and additional women from the parish. Following each mass, the Elites served up delicious strawberry treats for fathers and others.
        It took many parishioners and friends from the community to make this such a remarkable weekend. Harambee! to all who participated. Flyer in PDF Format with additional Details
      Choir photos at the Gospel Explosion are courtesy of Eugene Hawkins.