Tolton: From Slave to Priest
, the powerful live production performed by actor Andrae Goodnight and directed by Leonardo Defilippis of Saint Luke Productions, will be presented at
Holy Cross Catholic Church in Batavia
on Thursday, October 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Meet Fr. Augustus Tolton, the first African American priest, in this one-man multimedia performance. From his dramatic escape from slavery to his courageous struggle in the face of prejudice, Fr. Tolton’s inspiring life centers around his message of reconciliation and hope. This riveting drama is filled with all the elements of professional theater, runs 90 minutes, and is suitable for ages 10 and up.
Admission is a freewill offering.
For additional information, contact Holy Cross Church Office at 630-879-4750.
