A Black Catholic literary classic has become a flashpoint in Virginia's governor race. But why?
Toni Morrison, who died in 2019, is best known for her novel "Beloved", released in 1987. Today, the best-selling work is under attack in Old Dominion.
Young people
Two parishes in Tulsa fundraising for soccer complex, possible Black Catholic history museum
A youth sports outreach in North Tulsa is fueling plans for a re-developed soccer field and a Black Catholic history museum—which could be the first of its kind.
Opinion: Climate change is a Black Catholic issue, too
Ahead of the COP26 climate change summit in Glasgow, Alessandra Harris argues that climate change is a matter of racism, faith, and action.
Reflection: 21st-century vocation and mission from the perspective of a Black religious brother
A Black Dominican brother in New Orleans explains his ministry, vocation story, and why God is still calling men to religious brotherhood.
Holy Family School in Lafayette, Louisiana kicks off $5M capital campaign for new facilities
Lafayette's oldest Black Catholic school is raising money for a new building and gym as its student population continues to grow.
"Change Sings", new children's book from Amanda Gorman, out today
Amanda Gorman's newest book is out, her latest on the year and hot on the heels of her expansion into fashion and global advocacy.
Black Catholic institutions begin recovery after Hurrican Ida
As the nation begins its recovery from Hurricane Ida, challenging news is emerging from institutions connected to Black Catholicism in Southeastern Louisiana
Fr Ajani Gibson leading history webinar tonight with Catholics United for Black Lives
New Orleans' newest Black priest is teaming with Catholics United for Black Lives for their latest online event, a webinar reflecting on Black Catholicism.
Reflection: Are we fishers of men or just keepers of the aquarium? An invitation to support Vagabond Missions.
New Orleans' own Dr. Ansel Augustine reflects on the challenges of urban ministry, and his new position with Vagabond Missions.
Kolt Kodesh, John Levi performing on Catholic Hip-Hop and Tacos tour Saturday night
Black rappers—Catholic and Protestant alike—will feature this weekend at a concert, led by a priest, which will celebrate hip-hop, tacos, and Jesus in Central Florida.
Gallery: Baltimore's new Mother Mary Lange Catholic School opens with a bell
Phyllis Johnson tells a story with photos from the ribbon cutting and blessing ceremony for the newest Catholic school in Baltimore in almost 60 years.
Mother Mary Lange school in Baltimore set for grand opening on Friday
The newest Catholic school building in Baltimore in almost six decades is scheduled for a blessing ceremony and ribbon-cutting on Friday morning.
Black Catholics go 1-2 in men's 200m final
Both the gold and silver medal in the Tokyo Olympics' long sprint went to Black Catholics—one from the Canada, and the other from the United States.
Simone Biles returns for final individual event, takes bronze
Simone Biles returned from her extended mental health break, taking bronze in the women's balance beam final to end her Tokyo Olympic run.
'I do not feel welcome at all': One Black Catholic student's experience in a Colorado Springs Catholic high school
A high schooler in Colorado's second-largest city is facing an uphill battle against racism, but has recently entered the national Black Catholic consciousness as a young voice for truth.
William King, nonprofit director and public speaker, preaches young adult event in Los Angeles
A former seminarian with the Josephites, William King is continuing to make an impact in his community as he speaks and serves in South Los Angeles.