Abstract
It is virtually impossible to examine any crisis in the African-American community without discussing the Black Church’s role. African Americans have historically looked to the African-American pulpit for guidance, leadership, and direction in mobilizing around critical issues that challenge the African-American community. However, for more than twenty-five years, we have been impacted by the HIV/AIDS epidemic and far too many Black Churches are not equipped to meet the demands of this epidemic and to effect change regarding its impact.