Our Mission

The Black and Indian Mission Office is comprised of three distinct but inter-related organizations, each with its own purpose and history, but all seeking to fulfill the one Mission to the Missions! Founded by the Catholic bishops of the United States, each organization cooperates with local diocesan communities to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ and respond to real and pressing needs on the ground. Read more and join us in our Mission to the Missions!

Bureau of Catholic
Indian Missions

established 1874

Commission for the
Catholic Missions Among
the Colored People
and the Indians

established 1884

Catholic Negro-American
Mission Board

established 1907, united with BIMO 1980

the Black and Indian
Mission Collection

The Black and Indian Mission Collection exists to help local African American and Native American Diocesan Communities throughout the United States spread the Good News of Jesus Christ and respond to real and pressing needs on the ground.

News and Events

Black Catholic Mission | October 05, 2024

Fostering Faith and Knowledge

At Saint James Catholic School, our students thrive in a welcoming and nurturing environment that fosters both academic and spiritual growth.

Black Catholic Mission | October 05, 2024

Black Catholic Apostolate Extends a Summer Tradition Welcome to Entire Community

For years now, the Diocese’s Black Catholic Apostolate has kept alive its tradition of an annual late-August picnic.

Black Catholic Mission | October 03, 2024

Blessing and Commissioning of Catechists at Saint James Catholic Church

At Saint James Catholic Church during Sunday Mass, we introduced the catechists who will be teaching faith formation.

Indian Mission | October 01, 2024

Savory, Simple, Soulful Moments

The hustle and bustle of summer has begun. School is out for summer break– and with that, for some, kids/families schedules go from school activities to summer activities.

Black Catholic Mission | September 27, 2024

Juneteenth: Celebration of Freedom

Four hundred plus people gathered for the second annual Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom on June 19,2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Black Catholic Mission | September 26, 2024

Bishop Manogue School Year Off to a Strong Start

Bishop Manogue Catholic High School kicked off the 2024-2025 school year on August 12, welcoming students back to campus.

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