Culture
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.
'Moses the Black' review: When saints and sinners collide
Samantha Smith reviews a new Eastern Orthodox film that ties the story of an ancient Christian saint to the struggles of Black American gang life.
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.
Who's the bishop of the internet, where opinions reign?
Tulio Huggins probes the dangers of discernment-free digital evangelization, and charts a path for renewed tradition, prayer, and common sense.
A guide to Manhattan for the new Archbishop of New York, Ronald Hicks
Félix Cepeda on how the incoming prelate of one of the nation's largest dioceses can experience culture and course-correct for the common good.
Where to find a Catholic Black History Month event (2026 edition)
A listing of Black History Month events from parishes, schools, and national organizations around the country.
A structure of sin: How EWTN fuels a distorted view of Catholic teaching
Jack Champagne interrogates a recent political poll from the right-wing Catholic media giant, linking it to a larger program of spiritual sedition.
In this time of moral crisis, where are the shepherds?
Dr. Ronald E. Smith on the need for activism from religious leaders amid the current sociopolitical moment—and the consequences of inaction.
What can strong drink contribute to human flourishing?
Alexander Walton probes the rich purposes of alcohol, according to the Bible and the witness of human history.
What Malcolm X can teach us about Black Catholic evangelization
Dcn Tim Tilghman on how the insights of a Black Muslim can show Black Catholics a new way to display their faith in the 21st-century community.
Where to find a Catholic Kwanzaa event (2025 edition)
The celebration of Kwanzaa is near, lasting annually from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1. Each day of the commemoration highlights one of the Nguzo Saba (Swahili for “Seven Principles), a series of values important to the Black community stateside and abroad. The celebration was first envisioned by Dr. Maulana Karenga,
Why a Denver priest was wrong to treat Black Catholic hymnals like garbage
Dr. M. Roger Holland II on the racist errors that caused a significantly Black parish in Colorado to lose a hallmark of African-American liturgy.
Pope Leo XIV named to Vogue's 2025 'Best Dressed People' list
The 70-year-old pope is the first to be named to the prestigious fashion list, partly an ode to his return to certain papal vestment traditions.
Upcoming historical marker will honor Fr Clarence Rivers, 'father of Black Catholic liturgy'
He was the first Black priest in the Cincinnati Archdiocese and the first Black Catholic liturgist to compose African-American sacred music.
A long way from home: Rediscovering myself during Black Catholic History Month
Fr Nnaemeka Ali, OMI on the complications of November as an African Catholic priest pressing to find himself in the life of the Church.