Catholic Mobilizing Network holding poetry contest for young adults against capital punishment
A new poetry competition will award $1000 to a young adult Catholic expressing their opposition to the death penalty in verse. Deadline May 31st.
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Pew study on Black Catholics reveals disaffiliation, vibrancy
Pew has released a deep dive into a sub-section of its 2021 study on Black faith, and the results reveal troubling trends alongside notes of growth.
Gold for Gold: Xavier University of Louisiana wins first-ever national championship with record-setting competitive cheer victory
The nation's Catholic HBCU has captured a national title in competitive cheer, a third-year program at the school that dominated all season long.
Podcast on racism debuts next week from USCCB's Catholic News Service
The US bishops' news bureau will soon debut its second podcast in 6 months, covering racism in the history of the Catholic Church.
Gala in honor of Venerable Augustus Tolton scheduled for April 2nd in Louisiana
A gala supporting the sainthood cause of Venerable Augustus Tolton [https://g.co/kgs/W27Az3], the first openly Black priest in US history, has been scheduled for April 2nd in New Iberia, Louisiana. Chicago auxiliary bishop Joseph N. Perry [https://g.co/kgs/xhGJXo], the diocesan postulator for the cause,
New Catholic pilgrimage series to focus on racial justice in Memphis, Louisville, the Twin Cities, and beyond
Modern Catholic Pilgrim is bringing its racial justice events under the patronage of Servant of God Thea Bowman, with a firm focus and vision for the future.
National Black Catholic Congress puts out call for young adult collaboration
The nation's Black Catholic advocacy hub is looking for millennial and gen-Z Catholics interested in getting involved with their work ahead of their flagship event in 2023.
Pax Christi USA displays 'Mama' icon across from Catholic University of America campus in DC
The nation's premier Catholic peace organization is displaying an icon that was recently stolen—twice—from nearby Catholic University.
Fr James "Jim" Goode, OFM, legendary Black Catholic preacher-activist, dies at 81
A lauded Black priest, pastor, and revivalist—integral to the development of the Black Catholic Movement—has passed away after a prolonged illness.
Xavier University of Louisiana named #1 HBCU for relative graduate earnings in new study
A new study shows that graduates from the nation's Black Catholic university earn more, compared to their state's Black graduates, than any HBCU in America.
Two African Americans to be ordained Catholic priests on May 28th
Two men will join the ranks of the nation's estimated 250 African-American priests when they are ordained this spring in Chicago and Atlanta, respectively.
Orthodox deacon releases new Lenten devotional highlighting African saints
An Eastern Orthodox convert from the Black Baptist Church has authored a new book on African saints, meant for use among Christians during the Lenten season.
Institute for Black Catholic Studies, Bowman-Francis Ministry hosting virtual initiatives for Lent
Two national ministries seek to inspire an inculturated Lenten experience this year for African-American Catholics with virtual video initiatives.
Opinion: Combating international anti-LGBTQ+ hate is a pro-life issue
Efran Menny offers his take on why Catholics cannot leave LGBTQ+ people behind in the fight for justice and human solidarity.
Reflection: Black History Month is a time to love ourselves and champion excellence
Tevin Williams, a young Black Catholic in New York City, reflects on Black History Month and the need for a continued focus on resilience and achievement.
Interview: Fr Anthony "Amde" Hamilton, Creole poet and rap founder turned Oriental Orthodox priest
A sit-down with one of the first rappers in history, a Catholic-raised Creole with strong Louisiana roots and a bone to pick with the powers that be.