Black Catholic Round-up, Thanksgiving Edition (11/26/2020)
The Thanksgiving 2020 edition of the Black Catholic Round-up, an aggregation of Black Catholic news and media from around the country.
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Remembering Eliza Healy
A forgotten Sister in an a well-remembered family is remembered this year, as histories are revealed and inaccuracies combated.
'Motherless Children': the African-American youth and young adult ministry struggle
Dr. Ansel Augustine dissects American Catholicism and Black Catholic youth & young adult ministry, deconstructing White supremacy and White normativity to chart a path forward.
Neglecting Black Catholic history
Black Catholic podcaster Efram Menny advocates for Black Catholic history—American and Catholic history that is often set (and cast) aside.
President, Prime Minister, Prince
An Ethiopian Orthodox friend of the Catholics and of the people shares his reflections on the birth of BCM, the arrogance of the present day, and the Hope of Nations.
'I’m not going to veer from that': Cardinal-elect Gregory, like predecessor, will not deny Biden the Eucharist
In an interview, Cardinal-elect Wilton Gregory reveals that he plans to collaborate strategically with President-elect Joe Biden despite their differences—and will allow him to receive Communion in the DC archdiocese.
'A peaceful economic revolution': Remembering Fr. Albert McKnight, CSSp
Elias Crim honors Father Albert J. McKnight, CSSp, a pioneering Black Catholic cooperativist who "led a peaceful economic revolution among low-income families in the rural South".
'Reclaim the dignity of every human being': Pope Francis, too, has a dream
The Pope's new book covers a wide range of social justice topics, consistent with his oeuvre and potentially indispensable for the oppressed around the world.
Resources to celebrate Cardinal-Designate Gregory's elevation to the College of Cardinals
Resources from the Archdiocese of Washington for celebrating the elevation of Cardinal-elect Wilton Gregory, and the upcoming season of Advent.
Largest Facebook group for Black Catholics hosts gathering for Black Catholic History Month
The largest group on Facebook for Black Catholics hosted a Black Catholic History month event, including trivia, testimonies, and an original litany for Black saints-to-be.
Pope Francis meets with NBA players at the Vatican
Pope Francis to meet with NBA players and union representatives in the Vatican City to discuss social justice issues.
The Quest for a King: a CTK Sunday reflection
Guest writer Christina Gillam reflects on the meaning of Christ the King Sunday, through the lens of our everyday search for bold and inspiring leaders.
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Priestly potshots: Traditionalist priest in Georgia calls Black spirituality "emotionalism"
Traditionalist rhetoric from a Catholic priest in Georgia reveals anti-Black sentiments and half-told histories.
'In the Lion's Den': Slew of new executions scheduled for lame-duck period
The Trump administration ramps up federal executions in anticipation of President-elect Joe Biden's impending inauguration.
Black Catholic historian Dr. Shannen Dee Williams helps establish Cyprian Davis prize
A new prize spearheaded by national Catholic organizations seeks to encourage and reward research on Black Catholicism.