Historic order of Texas nuns receives African-American nurse into formation
An award-winning nurse from Abilene, Texas has begun her formation with the state's oldest order of religious sisters, known for ministry to African Americans.
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Black Catholics aplenty in the 2022 Catholic Press Awards
Black Catholics and topics of interest to African Americans were in no short supply among winners and honorees at the Catholic Media Conference on Thursday night.
Kolt Kodesh honoring cousin Phyllis Hyman with new single on July 6th
A powerhouse vocalist from the late 20th century is getting a hip-hop tribute from her Catholic cousin just in time for what would have been her 73rd birthday.
Opinion: Overturning Roe demands a commitment to Black women's health
In the new post-Roe world, political divisions must be overcome to address the disproportionate health needs of Black women, says Briana Jansky.
Sam Smith, former basketball pro, dies at 79 amidst NBA pension controversy
For years, the NBA has refused retirement benefits to former ABA players, despite the two leagues merging in 1976. The latest to die was a Black Catholic.
Opinion: Interracial marriage, autism, and the value of diversity
Daniel Jansky on how he came to accept his autism diagnosis, repudiate racism, discover the Catholic Church, and marry an African American.
Review: 'Father Stu' gives Catholicism a fair shake, despite flaws
Hollywood's newest Catholic offering is a story filled with inspiration and faith, but also question marks and even more questionable real-life actors.
Xavier University of Louisiana announces plans for medical school
The nation's Catholic HBCU has announced plans for a graduate medical school, following decades of producing more Black doctors than any school in the country.
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.
Cancer Alley activist Sharon Lavigne to receive Laetare Medal
In May, the nation's best-known Black Catholic activist will receive the highest honor awarded to US Catholics, the latest honor for her advocacy against environmental racism.
A rock befitting St. Peter's: Samuel Henderson, a Black Catholic hero in the 1878 Memphis plague
The fame of a certain 19th-century Black Catholic handyman is well known in his native Memphis, but his death in 1907 was perhaps only the beginning of his story.
Reflection: Black Catholic nuns and the history of social work
There can be no doubt that the early African-American religious sisters were pioneers of social work and social service. Efran Menny reflects.
Reflection: What 'Don't Look Up' teaches us about government, the environment, and COVID-19
Efran Menny breaks down the new Netflix hit and how it informs the global response to various health concerns in the modern age.
In Memoriam: A powerful letter from a dying Black priest to his doctor
Reprint of a defiantly hopeful (and staunchly Catholic) letter from a Black priest in DC, who passed in 2009 from cancer.
Cardinal Wilton Gregory of DC tests positive for COVID-19
The nation's boosted Black cardinal has contracted the deadly Coronavirus, reporting no symptoms as of Friday evening.
Cardinal Gregory returns to Today Show for Christmas interview
The nation's African-American cardinal appeared today on the weekend edition of the popular morning show for a discussion on Christmas, COVID, and faithful fellowship.