Afro-Bermudan in Bermuda

Introduction / History

Afro-Bermudans are descendants of Africans brought to Bermuda during the Atlantic slave trade, along with free Blacks and later Caribbean migrants. Enslaved Africans worked in maritime trades, agriculture, and domestic service. Emancipation in 1834 reshaped community life, and Afro-Bermudans played a central role in labor movements, education reform, and the civil rights struggle of the 20th century.

What Are Their Lives Like?

Many work in tourism, maritime industries, construction, healthcare, education, and finance. Family life is community-oriented, with strong ties across generations. Celebrations include Cup Match, Emancipation Day, and church events. Traditional foods include fish chowder, codfish and potatoes, cassava pie, and hot cross buns.

What Are Their Beliefs?

Most identify with Christian traditions, especially Anglican, Methodist, Baptist, and Pentecostal churches, though nominal faith and secularism are increasing. Folk spirituality and cultural Christianity influence practice, and vibrant worship remains central to community life.

What Are Their Needs?

Many face economic pressure from high living costs, housing shortages, and generational inequality. Youth mentorship, stable employment, and holistic discipleship are vital for spiritual and social renewal.

Prayer Points

Pray for deep, life-changing faith in Christ, strong families, wise community leaders, economic opportunity, healing from historical wounds, and a growing mission vision to reach others locally and globally.
Pray for a mighty moving of the Holy Spirit among the people of Bermuda.
Pray that believers in Bermuda would wholeheartedly embrace the great commission and preach the gospel, plant churches, teach the Bible, and make disciples of their people and the nations beyond.

Text Source:   Joshua Project