Black Catholics

Black Catholic Ministry in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee provides inspiration and service to the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s vibrant Black Catholic community. 

Black Catholics bring to the Church a spirituality that is contemplative, holistic, joyful and communitarian. There is a wide variety in a community which includes all people of Black heritage, i.e., African American, African and Afro-Caribbean. Black Catholics have coined the phrase, “truly black and authentically Catholic,” which represents a serious search for meaning and validation in the face of evils such as racism, but also unwavering and steadfast faith in the midst of struggle. (Excerpt from the 2014 Archdiocese of Milwaukee Synod Background Paper on Cultural Diversity)

The archdiocese supports Black Catholics through support to local parishes, a Black Catholic Ministry Commission, organizing key events such as ecumenical services on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday and participation in annual Juneteenth celebrations. This ministry also is proud to host a new online community.