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Proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ

We foster freedom and growth of Black Catholics as members of the Catholic Church and society. Our baptismal commitment impels us to evangelize and witness to the Good News of Jesus Christ. Our mission is renewed and developed every five years at our national congress.

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Respond to the needs of your faith and health, your family and the world you live in. You can quickly find information about social issues and places to contact for immediate help.

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Watch and read the latest news from the Black Catholic community. Our portal stays updated so you can too.
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USCCB reports decline in abuse allegations against Catholic clergy
June 16, 2025
By Paris Apodaca for CNA Since last year, there has been a 32% decline in U.S. child abuse allegations against Catholic...
The changing face of faith: Pew report on global religious landscape 2010-2020
June 16, 2025
The just-published report issued by the Pew Research Centre on its findings on how the world’s religious landscape has evolved...
Lwanga awardee finds blessings in mixing faith, science as Catholic educator
June 16, 2025
Venus Spain, Father Carl Scheble are this year’s Lwanga Center lifetime achievement honorees By Jennifer Brinker | St. Louis Review...
Hope Starts With Us: Faith and Compassion in Mental Health
June 16, 2025
Podcast featuring Christian Bentley from NAMI.org The relationship someone has with their faith community can have a big impact on...
First-Ever Confirmation Mass Held at St. Augustine Parish
June 16, 2025
After Amivi Gbologan’s son, Eugene, was confirmed, he came up to her and said, “Mom, I am ready for the...
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Seven Future Black Saints

Discover the lives of Venerable Fr. Augustus Tolton and six other holy men and women who are on the journey towards Canonization. Learn more about the process and checkout the Saintly Six holy card packet featuring their images.

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Equip yourself for your Catholic Faith journey. Get more information about the Sacraments and learn about vocations to the priesthood, religious and married life.

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upcoming events

Check out our calendar for in-person and virtual presentations and webinars on faith, well-being, social justice and more. Search and find national and local events.
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ORACLE Bible Study on Zoom
Monday, Jun 16
Sr. Dr. Oralisa Martin joined by Msgr. East (Week 3) is doing an ORACLE Bible...
Pathways toward a Thriving Parish
Tuesday, Jun 17
Baltimore Conference: June 17-19 at the Maritime Center BWI Airport, Baltimore.
2025 Archbishop Lyke Conference: This Little Light of Mine
Tuesday, Jun 17
Celebrating Our Black Catholic Faith Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore 2225 N. Lois Avenue Tampa, Florida...
ORACLE Bible Study on Zoom
Monday, Jun 16
Sr. Dr. Oralisa Martin joined by Msgr. East (Week 3) is doing an ORACLE Bible...
Pathways toward a Thriving Parish
Tuesday, Jun 17
Baltimore Conference: June 17-19 at the Maritime Center BWI Airport, Baltimore.
2025 Archbishop Lyke Conference: This Little Light of Mine
Tuesday, Jun 17
Celebrating Our Black Catholic Faith Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore 2225 N. Lois Avenue Tampa, Florida...
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320 Cathedral St. Baltimore, MD 21201
410.547.8496
© 2025 All Rights Reserved

Designed by Fuzati