Juneteenth and the ADW
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All are encouraged to participate in meaningful observance of this significant day in American history which serves as a powerful reminder of our continuous journey toward justice, equality, and the precious gift of freedom. Let us come together in prayer, remembrance, and action—committed to the Gospel call of justice and reconciliation.
This holiday commemorates how the enslaved Black Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom on June 19, 1865, more than two months after the end of the Civil War and more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation.
More than a historical milestone; Juneteenth is a sacred opportunity to affirm our shared humanity, celebrate the rich heritage of African Americans – including Black Catholics, and continue the journey toward true freedom and unity in Christ.
