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Black Catholic journalist Daniel Rudd was born a slave. He left a legacy.
In the wake of the American Civil War, the former slave Daniel Rudd launched a newspaper that sought to inform... Read more
Notre Dame to host 31st Annual Black Catholic Theological Symposium
On Oct. 7, the University of Notre Dame will begin to host the 31st annual Black Catholic Theological Symposium (BCTS)... Read more
Catholic schools have ‘mighty role’ for Black Catholic leaders, Louisville archbishop says
The Louisville archdiocese has made steady progress in enrolling more African-Americans in Catholic schools, and Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of... Read more
Minneapolis archbishop prays for peace following sentencing of Derek Chauvin
The archbishop of St. Paul-Minneapolis prayed for peace and called for racial reconciliation on Friday to the sentencing of Derek... Read more
Reflections on the role of the Cathedral during the Tulsa Race Massacre and today
At the end of May, our local community will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Sparked by... Read more
Tulsa diocese mourns 100th anniversary of racial massacre
The Bishop of Tulsa commemorated the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa racial massacre last week, in an ecumenical vespers service... Read more
As S.C. Catholics challenge state’s Blaine Amendment, scholars argue it was ‘born of bigotry’
Catholics and others challenging South Carolina’s Blaine Amendment are right to argue that the amendment was “born of bigotry and... Read more
Charleston diocese, Black colleges seek federal injunction to get COVID-19 relief
A 19th-century constitutional amendment in South Carolina is wrongly blocking coronavirus relief money for Catholic schools, an attorney for the... Read more
Minnesota bishops call for prayer and civility before jury finds Derek Chauvin guilty
A jury on Tuesday found former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin guilty on second degree unintentional murder and manslaughter charges... Read more
‘Heroes’ and ‘villains’: The history of Catholic college basketball and race relations
In the history of Catholic college basketball and race, there are both “heroes” and “villains,” said one author of a... Read more
Minneapolis archbishop prays for peace as trial of Derek Chauvin begins
The archbishop of St. Paul-Minneapolis urged peace and prayer before the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, who faces... Read more
Knights of Peter Claver will host webinar to identify solutions to racial inequality
As part of a five part series on social justice, the largest African-American lay Catholic organization will present a web... Read more
Rebuilt from the ashes: The story of an American basilica
An immigrant parish, burnt down, with only the crucifix remaining. A parish rebuilt, transformed and a key part in giving... Read more
MLK’s example means no sitting on the sidelines, Catholic bishops say
Bells will ring out in honor of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on the 50th anniversary of... Read more
How do we heal racial tensions? Start by admitting errors, US bishop says
To address the longstanding racial divide within the United States – and within the Catholic Church in the country –... Read more
Archbishop calls for peace amid protests over St Louis verdict
The Archbishop of St. Louis called for prayer and peace after a judge acquitted a former St. Louis police officer... Read more
Black Catholic congress emphasizes unity, action
More than 2,000 participants from across the country gathered in Orlando, Fla. last week for the 12th National Black Catholic... Read more
Cincinnati Catholics hope to give Church a megaphone on racial, social problems
Catholics in Cincinnati are hoping that an upcoming meeting of bishops and leaders will give the local Church a much... Read more
When you think of MLK, don't forget the faith that inspired him
Martin Luther King Day is a time to promote racial harmony in America and honor the slain civil rights leader... Read more
Race relations are a Church responsibility, bishops say in call to action
The Catholic Church can be a force for healing race relations, said the U.S. bishops’ task force on racism and... Read more
