Be a storyteller! Send us your church and ministry stories and reflections.

Storytelling has long been a significant aspect of African culture, and the Black Congregational Enhancement program wants to hear your story. We want to learn from and share experiences with pastors and church leaders such as you to help grow and enhance African-American ministries. Send us your story!

Celebrate 200 years of Black Presbyterian Witness

Join the Office of Black Congregational Enhancement in commemorating more than 200 years of Black Presbyterian witness in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Learn about the struggles, triumphs and visions of faithful Presbyterians as they held to a belief in God’s sovereignty and inclusive love. Explore the remarkable history of personal persistence and community perseverance that broadened the church’s justice ministry by embracing the diversity of God’s creation. 

Learn about grant and scholarship programs

The Office of the Black Congregational Enhancement provides resources for African-American Presbyterian congregations in support of their efforts to nurture church growth. Learn more about available funding.

What does the Black Congregational Enhancement office do?

The Black Congregational Enhancement (BCE) Office provides leadership to all levels of the denomination to strengthen the nurture and witness of Black congregations in order that they may grow in health, vitality and ministry within their communities and the larger church.  Learn more about us.

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