Catholic prayer app Hallow offering all features free today, May 5th
The nation's #1 Catholic prayer app is free for 24 hours only, on the National Day of Prayer, and features a number of African Americans.
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First Black Catholic parish in Cleveland celebrates centennial
An African-American Catholic church closed by a bishop—and reopened on a Vatican appeal two years later—celebrated its history late last month.
Br Ernest Miller, FSC honored at Saint Mary's College convocation
An African-American religious brother known for his extensive career in Catholic education was honored in California this week for his work and ministry.
Fr Robert Pittman, SSS, communal farm founder and Eucharistic devotee, dies in Ohio at 93
An early Black priest in the US, known for his devotion to the Blessed Sacrament and education of children preparing for First Communion, died in Ohio this week.
Fr George Clements subject of abuse claim settled by Chicago archdiocese
After being partially cleared of an allegation following his death in 2019, a pioneering Black priest in Chicago is again the subject of a child sex abuse case.
Dean Baquet stepping down as New York Times executive editor in June
The New York Times' top editor, a Black Catholic from New Orleans, is stepping down later this year after an eight-year tenure.
Interview: Dr. Antoine Garibaldi, outgoing president of the University of Detroit Mercy, talks faith, education, and weathering storms in academia
A native son of New Orleans, decades into a stellar career in academia (including two university presidencies), discusses his career thus far ahead of his return to teaching.
Excerpt: 'A journey of hope' in the life of a Black Jesuit
Patrick Saint-Jean, SJ narrates his experience as a seminary student struggling against racism—all while navigating life as a Jesuit and as a Black Catholic new to America.
Report: Alleged miracles for sainthood cause of Venerable Augustus Tolton now under investigation
A number of miracles that could bring about the first-ever beatification of an African American are now being inspected by official investigators from Rome.
Where to find a Black bishop this Easter weekend (2022 edition)
A listing of Easter Masses around the Unites States featuring Black bishops.
Orange County, California gets first Knights of Peter Claver council
After more than a year of struggle, the first Orange County council of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary is finally off the ground.
Interview: Bishop-elect Jacques Fabre, America's first Haitian Catholic ordinary
A sit-down with the first-ever Haitian appointed to head a US Catholic diocese—covering history, faith, and the need for collaboration between laity and the bishops.
Fr Lowell Case, SSJ, veteran Black priest from Baltimore, dead at 80
A steady pastor in the Black apostolate has died after a battle with terminal cancer, the latest blow to the historic Josephite society of priests and brothers.
Cometh Ol' Black (poem from 'Black Nouns')
Excerpt from a new self-published poetry book by Black Catholic educator Jenario D. Morgan of South Bend, Indiana.
Kobe Bryant estate ends dispute with Nike, announces new partnership
The second-largest apparel company in the world will once again begin producing apparel featuring the name and likeness of Kobe Bryant, after a year of halted production.
Catholic-raised Jon Batiste tops all with five wins at the 2022 Grammys—including Album of the Year
New Orleans' own held it down for the city, nabbing more Grammys this year than any other—and winning the night's top award.