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Catholic Mobilizing Network organizing anti-death penalty novena through Oct. 9
The nation's Catholic anti-death penalty NGO is hosting nine days of prayer against the death penalty, ahead of the organization's awards gala in DC.
Fr A. Gerard Jordan, O. Praem, chief Tolton promoter, dead at 54
An African-American Norbertine priest in Louisiana, known for promoting the cause of Venerable Augustus Tolton, died this week of complications stemming from COVID-19.
Hurricane Ian impacts Florida, headed for South Carolina
Following a devastating impact in western Florida, Hurricane Ian is set to make a second US landfall, in South Carolina, on Friday afternoon.
Black Catholic Theological Symposium set for Oct. 6-9 in San Diego
The academic society dedicated to Black Catholic studies will meet for its 32nd annual meeting next month in San Diego, including two events open to the public.
National Black Catholic Congress hosting webinar Friday, ahead of 2023 national gathering
Ahead of next year's national Black Catholic gathering, a webinar will explain its preparatory "Days of Reflection", scheduled to soon take place in dioceses around the country.
St. Mary's Academy in New Orleans hires first lay president
One of the nation's oldest Black Catholic schools, founded in New Orleans by Venerable Henriette DeLille, is transitioning to lay leadership.
New documentary covers Dr. Norman C. Francis, longtime president of XULA
A new PBS film will shine a light on the life and legacy of one of America's most impactful educators—who also happens to be a Black Catholic.
Washington School for Girls celebrates excellence, Black and Catholic identity
A Black Catholic school in the nation's capital is thriving as the pandemic wanes, and their plans for the future are rooted in family, fortitude, and faith.
St. Wenceslaus in Baltimore celebrates 150 years this Sunday
A formerly Czech parish in Charm City, now a thriving African-American community, will mark a century and a half of ministry and service this weekend.
Pope Francis, Afro-Latino politicians call for solidarity in Hurricane Fiona recovery
The pope has joined international calls for relief efforts in the Caribbean following Hurricane Fiona, including from politicians and his fellow Catholic bishops.
African-American SVD seminarian makes final vows Saturday, nears ordination
Buffalo native Edwan "Manie" Manuel, SVD has completed one of the last steps in his seminary formation, ahead of his diaconate ordination next month.
US national synthesis report for 2023 Synod notes racism, marginalization
The last fruit of the diocesan phase for the Synod on Synodality is live, culling sentiments from diocesan and other local listening sessions and surveys around the country since last fall.
'Inhumane, cruel, and evil': Congressman Adriano Espaillat speaks out against GOP-led migrant transfers
Black Catholic politicians are among those bearing the brunt of their co-religionists' actions at the border, and they aren't going without a fight.
Diocesan Black Catholic ministry appointments (updated 11/2/22)
A running list of individuals appointed to head Black Catholic ministries in various dioceses around the country.
Interview: Sr Stephanie Henry, the new president of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament
The Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, founded by St Katharine Drexel, have elected an African-American president for the second time in history. She spoke with BCM on their mission in the modern world.