The Union of Black Episcopalians, the UBE, exists to serve as an instrument to eradicate, eliminate and neutralize racism as a causative agent of "dividedness" within the Episcopal Church.  The UBE exists to reform the practices, policies, procedures and systems that impede effective participation of Black Episcopalians in the total church processes.

Our chapter, the Theodore R. Gibson Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians, held its first organizational meeting January 1979 at the Church of the Transfiguration. Interested persons from Black congregations in Dade and Broward counties were encouraged by the late Canon Theodore R. Gibson to meet and organize a local UBE chapter.

In the first few years, participation in chapter activities started slowly, but a faithful following of members has evolved and sustained the ongoing efforts of our Chapter. Most of the predominantly Black congregations are represented in the membership.

Two of the stalwart members who provided outstanding leadership and service are the late C. Stanley Newbold and William J. Stirrup. The Reverend Richard Marquess Barry has served as advisor to the Chapter for a number of years and continues to provide spiritual direction.

Chapter meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at local churches in the Miami Dade County area on a rotating basis. Meetings begin promptly at 6:30 PM.

For time, place, and more information, email Dr. Gay Outler.