Dr. M. Roger Holland II named a 2026 Pastoral Musician of the Year by NPM
The New York native and Colorado professor has composed gospel Mass settings and modern hymns used in Catholic parishes around the country.
Awards
Ladies Auxiliary centennial shines as Knights of Peter Claver host 110th national convention in Houston
The 100-year celebration and national office elections brought roughly 1,000 Clavers to Texas, one of the fraternal order's most active regions.
'Maintenance to mission': National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus envisions future at 2026 convocation
The gathering brought nearly 50 Black Catholic ministers and seminarians to Houston for several days of fellowship, encouragement, and celebration.
Fr Bryan Massingale receives lifetime achievement award from Catholic Theological Society of America
The noted Black Catholic theologian, an advocate on racial justice and LGBTQ+ issues, is the second Black person to receive the prestigious honor.
Two Black Catholics to receive Loyola Institute awards in Southern California
The dean of the Jesuit School of Theology in Santa Clara and a popular Black Catholic author are among three awardees for the annual fundraiser.
Autumn Durald Arkapaw first woman to win Best Cinematography at the Oscars
The Catholic-raised Afro-Filipina won for her work on Ryan Coogler's blockbuster hit "Sinners", which won four awards from a record 16 nominations.
'Real musicians': Black Catholics shine at 2026 Grammy Awards
Jon Batiste, Cynthia Erivo, and FKA Twigs were big winners on music's biggest night, along with several honorees in non-competitive categories.
Autumn Durald Arkapaw gets first Black nod for cinematography at Oscars, one of record 16 nominations for 'Sinners'
The supernatural horror film saw success at the box office last year and will now be up for a historic haul in March on the biggest night in film.
Jari Honora named Louisianan of the Year for discovering Pope Leo XIV's Black Creole roots
The 34-year-old historian and genealogist used his expertise on Louisiana Creoles to quickly uncover the ancestry of the first American pontiff.
Black Catholics aplenty in the 2026 Grammy Award nominations
Fan favorites and category mainstays are among the international crop of Catholic-connected Black artists looking to win on music's biggest night.
Sharon Lavigne, 'Cancer Alley' activist, granted honorary Italian citizenship
The Louisiana native received the honor while in the country for meetings with students, fellow climate advocates, and top Vatican officials.
Kobe Bryant, Jason Kidd enter Naismith Hall of Fame again with Olympic 'Redeem Team'
Kobe Bryant is again entering the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, this time as part of the 2008 U.S. men’s Olympic squad, also known as the “Redeem Team.” He is one of two Catholics from the roster, along with Jason Kidd. The hoop hall’s class of 2025
Bessie Stringfield documentary short eligible for 2025 Oscars
The award-winning film qualified with a weeklong cinema run in Southern California and has won awards at film festivals across the country.
Beyoncé leads 2025 Grammy nominees as Black Creoles with Catholic connections loom large
Houston's finest is up for 11 awards from her country album "Cowboy Carter," making her the most nominated artist in the show's history.
Black Catholics shine in wild week at 2024 Paris Olympics
Athletes across several sports (and the diaspora) have set records, shattered expectations, and brought glory to their home countries—and to God.
Simone Biles wins all-around gold at 2024 Paris Olympics
At 27, she is the second-oldest champion in the event and has won more Olympic gymnastics medals than any American in history.