Black Catholic victim of the Buffalo massacre laid to rest
The youngest victim of the Buffalo that one week ago claimed the lives of 10 African Americans was buried this weekend in Syracuse.
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Xavier University of Louisiana commencement weekend underway
The nation's Catholic HBCU held its Baccalaureate Mass on Friday night in New Orleans, anticipating today's return to unrestricted Commencement ceremonies.
Orange County, California gets first Knights of Peter Claver council
After more than a year of struggle, the first Orange County council of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary is finally off the ground.
Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary to hold 106th national convention July 15-20th in Chicago
The nation's premier Black Catholic fraternal order is hosting its 106th national convention this July, after two years in a virtual format due to the pandemic.
Fundraiser seeks to save Heart of Mary Catholic School in Mobile, Alabama
A group of alumni and board members are banding together in an attempt to save a 121-year-old Black Catholic school—the
Black Catholics reflect on racism and resistance in webinar from Knights of Peter Claver
A cross-section of Black Catholic leaders met on Saturday to discuss the ongoing struggle against racism in and outside the Catholic Church.
Knights of Peter Claver hosting virtual Kwanzaa event December 29th
The nation's largest and oldest Black Catholic organization is hosting a Kwanzaa event commemorating innocent Black lives lost due to racism.
Bishop Shelton Fabre calls on Black Catholics for Hurricane Ida relief
The diocese most affected by Hurricane Ida in August is still in recovery mode, and its Black bishop is calling on his fellow African Americans for help.
The Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary: 112 years of Black Catholic faith, service, and social justice
The Knights and Ladies of Peter Claver, the nation's oldest and largest Black Catholic organization, are celebrating Founders' Day on Sunday. Read about their history of faith and social action.
Where to find a Black Catholic History Month event (2021 edition)
Looking for an event in your area (or an online event) to celebrate Black Catholic History Month this year? We have you covered.
Knights of Peter Claver hosting domestic violence webinar Saturday morning
The nation's premier Black Catholic fraternal order is hosting a webinar tomorrow on domestic violence, a disproportionately prevalent issue in the Black community.
'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.
Plans for Knights of Peter Claver unit at SoCal Ordinariate parish upended by pastor
After being approved last year, a prospective Claver council in Orange County, CA has been tabled—apparently due to the order's outspoken advocacy for social justice.
Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary hosting annual convention, gala this weekend
The largest Black Catholic organization in the nation is hosting their annual national convention, virtual for the second year in a row.
Lay Dormant: A primer on Black Catholics' former national office and lay caucus
Nate Tinner-Williams briefly dissects some of the forgotten organizations formed during the height of the Black Catholic Movement.
Louisiana Civil Rights Trail begins unveiling historical markers, Black Catholic history
Black Catholics pepper Louisiana's new Civil Rights Trail listings, and the first to receive a physical marker was none other than Leah Chase.