US Catholic bishops' 1968 statement on the 'National Race Crisis'
A 54-year-old statement from the nation's Catholic prelates on racism, protest, and social action reveals perspectives that may surprise some—and galvanize others.
Government
Black Catholics in Congress (2022 edition)
Black Catholics are increasingly elusive in Congress, and the 2022 midterms are bringing more of the same. Even so, things are somewhat complicated. Nate Tinner-Williams explains.
Following controversial comments, Black bishop releases statement on midterm elections
One Catholic bishop directly addressing Tuesday's midterm elections is a Black prelate who criticized President Joe Biden during a cathedral Mass on All Saints' Day.
Barbara Ward Cooper, oldest-serving legislator in Tenn. history, dead at 93
A well-respected Black legislator in Memphis who served for more than a quarter-century has died in office while running for re-election.
Catholic university leaders speak out with affirmative action on the line
As affirmative action faces scrutiny from the US Supreme Court, Catholic leaders say diversity in higher education—itself an innovation within the program—is key.
Sharon Lavigne receives Green Ring Award from Al Gore and Climate Reality Project
The nation's foremost climate activist received honors last month from the Climate Reality Project, founded as an outworking of the landmark 2006 film "An Inconvenient Truth".
Following viral photos, Ala. clergy call on Gov. Kay Ivey to address prison healthcare
An Alabama man serving a prison sentence for robbery has made headlines for an alleged lack of medical care. Alabama clergy spoke out on October 14.
Ahead of pivotal Supreme Court case, Black Catholics release new voting rights statement
Ahead of a Supreme Court case on gerrymandering, Catholic leaders are speaking out against "White Christian nationalism" and the gradual dismantling of the Voting Rights Act.
Pope Francis, Afro-Latino politicians call for solidarity in Hurricane Fiona recovery
The pope has joined international calls for relief efforts in the Caribbean following Hurricane Fiona, including from politicians and his fellow Catholic bishops.
'Inhumane, cruel, and evil': Congressman Adriano Espaillat speaks out against GOP-led migrant transfers
Black Catholic politicians are among those bearing the brunt of their co-religionists' actions at the border, and they aren't going without a fight.
Black student targeted by Catholic school hair policy to leave after fall semester
A Black freshman in South Dakota is set to leave his Catholic high school after facing criticism over his shoulder-length hair set in a traditional style.
Cardinal Wilton Gregory to receive award for anti-death penalty advocacy
The nation's Black cardinal, known for his longtime advocacy against the death penalty, will receive an award this October for his activism.
Opinion: Brittney Griner deserves better—from Russia and the WNBA
A queer Black woman remains imprisoned on trumped-up charges in Putin's Russia—where she played because of pay disparity in the US. Efran Menny laments.
Reflection: Tupac’s wisdom challenges the culture
Efran Menny discusses how a popular song from one of the greatest rappers of all time fits into the narrative of Black liberation and intracommunity uplift.
'Implement a fully pro-life position': California Clavers petition governors to halt executions
A new petition from a Knights of Peter Claver council in Orange County, CA urges two Southern governors to take action on controversial executions in their states this month.
Opinion: The American Catholic hierarchy may not be ready for a post-Roe world
A Black Catholic in the nation's largest city—and its Blackest diocese by population—has doubts that episcopal messaging will evolve now that abortion is on the ropes.