Black Catholics of New Orleans

Black Catholics of New Orleans This is a page of the Office of Black Catholic Ministries of the Archdiocese of New Orleans.

The Office of Black Catholic Ministries identifies and fosters the rich diversity of the Black Catholic community in general, and particularly,in New Orleans. The Office of Black Catholic Ministries cultivates the rich diversity of the Black Catholic community in general, and particularly, in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Its mission is to educate the Church of New Orleans on the contributions o

f the Black Catholic community as it shares its gifts in the Church and society. Guided by the Holy Spirit, the office advocates for equality in education, social justice, and pastoral ministries throughout the Church and the community. It strives towards equal participation for all by raising consciousness in the administrative offices of the Archdiocese, while offering advice to the Archbishop in matters concerning the Black Catholic Community.

06/12/2026

Join us on July 15 for Roots in the City: A Benefit for The Roots of Music at The Cutting Room in New York City.

This special evening will celebrate the music, culture, and spirit of New Orleans while raising critical support for The Roots of Music's work empowering youth through music education, academic support, and mentorship.

Your ticket includes:

✨ Live performances by the Roots All-Star Studio Band, Circus Mind, and special guests
✨ Complimentary food and drinks
✨ A celebration of New Orleans music, culture, and community

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Location: The Cutting Room, 44 E 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
🎟️ Tickets are $75.

Visit https://secure.qgiv.com/for/therootsofmusic/event/rootsinthecity/ for additional event details and to purchase tickets.

We can't wait to see you there!

06/12/2026

EN: Join the community of St. Anthony of Padua in Greenville on June 17 for this year's Juneteenth celebration. Mass will be celebrated at 6:00 p.m. by Bishop Jacques Fabre-Jeune, CS, followed by dinner and a jazz concert. Many Catholic liturgists and musicians from around the country will be in attendance from the national Lyke Conference held in Greenville — all are welcome!

ES: Acompañe a la comunidad de San Antonio de Padua en Greenville el 17 de junio para la celebración de Juneteenth de este año. La misa será oficiada a las 6:00 p. m. por el obispo Jacques Fabre-Jeune, CS, seguida de una cena y un concierto de jazz. Asistirán numerosos liturgistas y músicos católicos de todo el país, participantes de la Conferencia Nacional Lyke que se celebra en Greenville; ¡todos son bienvenidos!

06/11/2026

Last week, Archbishop Checchio received the Provincial of the Franciscan Missionaries of Hope, Fr. Joseph Peter Mumbai, FMH (pictured left of Archbishop Checchio) along with the pastor of St. Josephine Bakhita Parish in New Orleans Fr. Francis Kamau, FMH and several other priests of the order. The Franciscan Missionaries of Hope have ministered at St. Josephine Bakhita, and before that St. Mary of the Angels, for many years and their faithful witness to the their charism is evident in the work that they do here and throughout the world. Learn more about the Franciscan Missionaries of Hope, also known as the Lyke Community, via St. Josephine Bakhita's parish website linked in the first comment!
St. Josephine Bakhita NOLA

06/10/2026
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06/08/2026

Join us!! Please RSVP by June 10th

06/08/2026
06/08/2026

Photos: Faith and resilience carry St. Augustine home after Ida in New Orleans bit.ly/4gbPLGq

“We’re back home.” With those words from the Rev. Emmanuel Mulenga, parishioners at St. Augustine Catholic Church rose into long applause Sunday, filling the historic Tremé sanctuary with the sound

06/08/2026

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