About NAACUS

The National Association of African Catholics in the United States (NAACUS) brings together African Catholics and their families to foster faith, leadership, and service in the Church across the United States. Rooted in the Gospel and our motto "Together with Christ," we welcome members into an active community for fellowship, workshops, and collaborative ministries.

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To gather African Catholic communities in the U.S., promote their faith, and ensure their full and active participation in the life of the Church.

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A vibrant and visible African Catholic community that contributes its gifts to the Church and society—confident in identity, generous in service, and engaged in society.

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"Together with Christ" — We build welcoming networks of fellowship, workshops, and community initiatives that uplift people, celebrate culture, and advance the common good.

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Become a member and connect with African Catholics across the United States.

What We Do

Guided by our mission, NAACUS works to ensure African Catholics in the United States can fully share their gifts, participate actively in the Church, and witness Christ in family life, parish life, and public life.

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Supporting African Catholic communities and strengthening their connection with parishes, dioceses, and national Catholic organizations.

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Raising awareness of the presence, heritage, and cultures of African Catholics in the U.S., encouraging culturally rooted liturgy including ethnic languages and traditions.

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Building up family life and vocations, nurturing leadership among laity, youth, young adults, and those discerning priesthood, religious life, and other ministries.

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Promoting evangelization, catechesis, and service, empowering African Catholics to witness to Christ in their local parishes and communities.

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Collaborating widely—dialoguing with diocesan offices, national Catholic partners, and other ecclesial communities—and advocating for social justice in African communities in the U.S. and diaspora.

Who We Serve

Our network includes people from across the African continent and diaspora who are building their lives in the United States and seeking a spiritual home that honors both Catholic faith and African heritage.

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Immigrants

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Migrants

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Refugees

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Students

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Professionals

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Families

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Senior Citizens or Older Adults

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Diaspora

NAACUS welcomes all who seek to connect with the vibrant African Catholic community in the United States—a place where faith and heritage come together in service to Christ and His Church.

Our Objectives

NAACUS is committed to achieving these objectives to bring all African Catholic communities together and ensure their vibrant presence in the U.S. Church.

Be a United VoiceServe as a united voice for African Catholics in the United States, advocating for their needs and representing their interests within the Church and society.

Promote Heritage AwarenessRaise awareness of the presence, heritage, and cultures of African Catholics in the U.S., celebrating their unique contributions to the Church.

Celebrate Ethnic LiturgiesEncourage the celebration of liturgies in ethnic languages and traditions, fostering culturally rooted worship experiences.

Foster Diocesan ConnectionsPromote connection and collaboration with local dioceses and national Catholic organizations to strengthen the African Catholic presence.

Support Families and YouthProvide support for African families, youth, marriages, and vocations, nurturing the next generation of Catholic leaders.

Advocate for Social JusticeChampion social justice initiatives and promote interreligious dialogue, working for the common good in African communities and U.S. society.

Build LeadershipCultivate lay leadership and support vocational programs, empowering African Catholics to serve the Church in various ministries.

Ensure Full ParticipationWork to ensure that African Catholics fully participate in the life of the Church in the United States while maintaining connections with the Church in Africa.

Our Vision

A vibrant and visible African Catholic community in the United States—confident in identity, generous in service, and engaged in society—fully participating in the life of the Church and contributing its gifts to build the Kingdom of God.