Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church

06/09/2026

Wishing a very blessed birthday to Father Marcel Amadi whose wisdom inspires, whose humor brightens every room, and whose outgoing spirit brings people together. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, faith, and joy so generously with all of us. May God continue to bless you with good health, happiness, and many more years of touching lives through your ministry.Happy Birthday Father Marcel 🎉

06/07/2026

Congratulations to all of our OLC graduates and scholarship recipients! ✨🎓

Today, we celebrate your hard work, dedication, faith, and achievements. As you reach this important milestone and begin new chapters in your educational and professional journeys, know that your parish family is proud of you and continues to pray for your success.

05/31/2026

Special thanks to our celebrant today, Father Tim Stephens from St. Peter Catholic Church here in Charlotte! Mass was incredible & we’re looking forward to seeing you again!

Also, thank you to the youth of St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church who traveled from Savannah, Georgia to worship with us today!

05/30/2026

05/30/2026

A Black Catholic parish will receive up to $5 million from the Diocese of Charlotte to repair a damaged edifice and expand to accommodate its growing membership.

Our Lady of Consolation Church has worshiped in its parish gymnasium for the past six years. https://www.blackcatholicmessenger.org/consolation-charlotte-repair-grant/

05/30/2026

Catholic Charities: Vineyard of Hope 2026📿

05/24/2026

More moments from this morning’s 8:00 am Mass as Our Lady of Consolation celebrated Deacon James Johnson IV on Pentecost Sunday following his first homily as a newly ordained deacon.

Today was a beautiful reminder of the power of the Holy Spirit moving through our parish community. From heartfelt prayers to joyful fellowship, we are grateful for every family member, friend, parishioner and guest who filled Our Lady of Consolation with love and support for Deacon James as he begins his ministry.

“Peace be with you.” — John 20:19

Please continue to keep Deacon James in your prayers as he answers God’s call with faith and humility.

📸: Troy C. Hull

05/24/2026

On this very special Pentecost Sunday, Our Lady of Consolation joyfully celebrates Deacon James Johnson IV as he gave his first homily following his ordination to the diaconate.

Reflecting on the Gospel of John, Deacon James reminded us that even in moments when fear causes us to close ourselves off like the disciples behind locked doors, Jesus still enters in and speaks peace over our lives. His message encouraged us to make room for Christ in the places where we feel uncertain, overwhelmed or afraid and to trust the movement of the Holy Spirit.

We are thankful to everyone who joined us for this special day in the life of our parish and for the love shown to Deacon James and his family.

We are especially grateful for Auxiliary Bishop-Elect Robert Boxie III of the Archdiocese of Washington DC, Rev. Anthony Bozeman, SSJ of the Archdiocese of Washington DC and Rev. Jeffery Ott, OP of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, along with the clergy, seminarians and religious leaders who came to celebrate and support Deacon James as he begins this new chapter of ministry.

May the Holy Spirit continue to guide him in the days ahead.

05/23/2026

Congratulations to Troy Hull, Senior Photographer for the Diocese of Charlotte, on receiving national recognition from the Associated Church Press during its convention in Toronto on May 15.

Troy earned an Award of Merit (2nd Place) for Visual Communications: Photo Spread or Essay in Print for his Black Catholic History Month photo essay featuring moments of faith, family, and community. The centerpiece image of the spread was captured here at Our Lady of Consolation during Mass.

He also received an Award of Excellence (1st Place) in the Single Photo with Article category.

We are grateful for the way Troy uses photography to tell meaningful stories and capture moments that reflect the beauty of our faith community.

Congratulations on this well-deserved honor, Troy! 📸🙏🏽

05/23/2026

Today, Our Lady of Consolation celebrates with joy as James Johnson IV was ordained to the diaconate. Watching his journey of faith through the life of our parish has been a true blessing, and we are so proud to see him answer God’s call in this beautiful way.

Please keep Deacon James in your prayers as he begins this ministry of service to the Church and to God’s people. May the Lord continue to guide him every step of the way. ✨🙏🏽