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.
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Georgetown and DC archdiocese hosting webinar Thursday featuring Cardinal Wilton Gregory and Gerald Smith Jr.
A new webinar series from the nation's capital diocese will probe issues of justice and global fraternity when it kicks off Thursday with Black Catholics in tow.
Pope Francis petitions Missouri governor for clemency in Ernest Johnson execution case
The Holy Father has spoken through his US emissary to request that the governor of Missouri commute the death sentence of an intellectually disabled inmate.
'Whenever I recall Our Lady’s title, I will be united with you': Cardinal Gregory takes possession of titular church, Immaculate Conception in Rome
The nation's first and only Black cardinal made history in Rome this morning, completing the final formality of his elevation.
Canonical coronation set for Oct. 10th in St Augustine, oldest US city and cradle of Black Catholicism
The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, the oldest shrine in America—and in its oldest city—will receive the Pope's highest honor next month.
Cardinal Wilton Gregory facing opposition, misinformation in the wake of his restrictions on a DC Latin Mass
The nation's lone Black cardinal is catching flak after rescinding permission for a Traditionalist group—and problematic bishop—to celebrate a Traditional Latin Mass at the DC basilica.
New Black monsignor named by Pope Francis
The oldest Black diocesan priest in the nation's oldest Black Catholic region is now a monsignor.
Cardinal Gregory participating in virtual event with Pope Francis, DC Catholic high school students tomorrow morning
Tomorrow morning, the pope will join Cardinal Gregory and students from one of the capital's many Black Catholic high schools to launch a DC chapter of Francis' youth organization.
Reflection: Heed the social wisdom of Francis, Auden, Moten, and Baldwin
Integrating the thought of James Baldwin, W. H. Auden, and Fred Moten, BCM guest author Brendan Johnson reflects on "Fratelli Tutti" for its semi-anniversary.
Opinion: The CDF can be trusted
The Vatican took over headlines today by formally replying to the question of whether Catholic priests can bless same-sex unions. Their message should not surprise.
Opinion: It's time for an African-American Ordinariate
Is an ordinariate a solution to the centuries-long Black Catholic struggle in the United States? Nate Tinner-Williams opines.
Black Catholics bring unique perspective to the World Day for Consecrated Life
Hundreds gathered virtually to celebrate the World Day for Consecrated Life, an annual vocations event. Two Black Catholics shared during the event.
Pope Francis receives, blesses NBA jersey from the Atlanta Hawks
Following last Fall's visit to the Vatican from NBA players and union officials, an NBA team has sent the Pope a customized jersey. It appears he likes it.
New book from the Vatican renews hope for an African-American rite
The Vatican's upcoming book on liturgy may pave the way for a new discussion on an African-American Catholic rite.
'Reclaim the dignity of every human being': Pope Francis, too, has a dream
The Pope's new book covers a wide range of social justice topics, consistent with his oeuvre and potentially indispensable for the oppressed around the world.
Pope Francis meets with NBA players at the Vatican
Pope Francis to meet with NBA players and union representatives in the Vatican City to discuss social justice issues.