Ceremonial robe featuring black history to be worn at Windrush service.

October marks the start of Black History Month in the UK, an occasion to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of black people to British economy, culture, and history.

Churches, cathedrals and dioceses are marking Black History Month with events ranging from services of thanksgiving to study days, poetry, workshops and films.

The Church of England’s online weekly service will hear a call for action to build a fairer world ahead of a minute’s silence to lament the racism experienced by the Windrush generation and other black and UK minority ethnic people.

Black composers, musicians and singers are to be celebrated as part of a series of events, from exhibitions and lectures to services and study days marking Black History Month in Cathedrals and churches across the country.
 

Resources to help mark Black History Month in October 2021.

Clergy are honouring their heritage and celebrating Black history by wearing a special vestment designed by a renowned artist. 

A Service of Holy Communion for Black History Month. Fr Richard Springer leads the service from St George in the East, London this Safeguarding Sunday. Parishes across the country are also marking Safeguarding Sunday.

October marks the beginning of Black History Month, a national celebration promoting and celebrating the contributions of those with African and Caribbean heritage to British society and to foster an understanding of Black history in general.