Canon A. Gerard Jordan Scholarship applications now open
Benefiting single mothers pursuing an education, the scholarship honors a Black Norbertine priest known for promoting Venerable Augustus Tolton.
Black women
New York mayor endorses DSA-backed Darializa Avila Chevalier against incumbent Rep. Adriano Espaillat for Congress
The mayor made a joint appearance with his fellow Democratic Socialists of America member on MS NOW to announce his support of her campaign for New York’s 13th district.
Sojourner Truth, Sister Thea, and the preaching of Black Catholic women
Tamika Royes suggests that Black Catholic women can help revive the Catholic Church—if only they are permitted to make full use of their gifts.
Virginia Supreme Court nixes Democrats' congressional map amid voting rights fracas
The 4-3 ruling from a conservative-majority bench said a spring voter referendum was authorized improperly in violation of the state constitution.
Virginia flags lowered to honor Dr. Cerina Fairfax, dentist killed in murder-suicide
The 49-year-old Catholic had initiated divorce proceedings before being shot and killed by her husband, former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax, in April.
The Golden Rule is not optional: A Black Catholic call to belonging
Dr. Antoinette Reaves on the complications of Black Catholic identity and how a recommitment to a central teaching of Jesus can encourage renewal.
Charm and travel shine in the romantic 'You, Me & Tuscany'
Samantha Smith reviews a new rom-com featuring two of Hollywood's young Black stars in a love triangle straight from the heart of Italy.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax, wife Cerina dead in murder-suicide
Police say the 47-year-old Black Catholic attorney was in the midst of a "messy" divorce and had falsely accused his wife of assault in January.
As Black Catholics, how must we resist in a time of chaos?
Daryl Grigsby recounts his experience of a recent webinar presenting a new way to work for faith-filled justice amid sociopolitical disarray.
Meet the Black Catholics joining the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
Cheyenne Johnson, a returnee who will help lead this year's route, will be joined by Marcel Ferrer on the six-week journey along the East Coast.
The unsung heroine of 'One Battle After Another' is not who you think.
Simoa Barros on the internal complications of the much-acclaimed flick, and how the director's public stances contradict the film's apparent message.
Dr. Shawna Cooper Whitehead named president of Regis University
The Catholic Illinois native has worked in university administration since 2004, and at Catholic universities for most her career since 2008.
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.
(Podcast) Discovering Dédé: How OperaCréole helps bring Black opera back to life
Givonna Joseph and Aria M. Mason discuss OperaCréole and their premiere of the long-lost opera "Morgiane" by the late Black composer Edmond Dédé.
What is Black theology, and why does it matter?
Tamika Royes on the need for continued understanding of Black Christian perspectives, especially in the Catholic Church of the Western diaspora.
Betty Reid Soskin, centenarian Black park ranger, laid to rest in California
The late Catholic-raised activist was a central figure in the creation of a national park honoring Black and female homefront service during WWII.