Xavier University of Louisiana launching NAIA soccer in 2023
After a 16-year absence, intercollegiate soccer is returning to New Orleans at the hands of the nation's Catholic HBCU.
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Where to find a Black Catholic History Month event (2022 edition)
Looking for an in-person or virtual event celebrating Black Catholic History Month this November? We have you covered.
Pierre Toussaint Scholarship dinner set for November 7 in NYC
The annual gala honoring Venerable Pierre Toussaint and funding education at home and abroad will take place in Manhattan during Black Catholic History Month.
Institute for Black Catholic Studies set for June 25-July 14, 2023 in New Orleans
The nation's Black Catholic graduate theology program has set final dates for its next session, to be held summer 2023 in New Orleans at the nation's Catholic HBCU.
XULA's St. Katharine Drexel Chapel celebrating 10 years on Saturday
The award-winning campus church at Xavier University of Louisiana will celebrate an anniversary Mass on Saturday, following a recent visit to the chapel from a Vatican cardinal.
André Cailloux Center for the Performing Arts to occupy former St. Rose of Lima Church in New Orleans
A historic former Black Catholic church in New Orleans will soon be home to a new performing arts center dedicated to African-American culture.
St. Mary's Academy in New Orleans hires first lay president
One of the nation's oldest Black Catholic schools, founded in New Orleans by Venerable Henriette DeLille, is transitioning to lay leadership.
New documentary covers Dr. Norman C. Francis, longtime president of XULA
A new PBS film will shine a light on the life and legacy of one of America's most impactful educators—who also happens to be a Black Catholic.
Interview: Sr Stephanie Henry, the new president of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament
The Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, founded by St Katharine Drexel, have elected an African-American president for the second time in history. She spoke with BCM on their mission in the modern world.
Xavier University of Louisiana named #5 HBCU in America
The nation's Catholic HBCU drops two spots in new rankings from U.S. News & World Report, but remains in the top 5 alongside high regional rankings.
Fr Victor Laroche, OP celebrates first Mass as new XULA chaplain
A Haitian-American Dominican priest is the new chaplain at the nation's Catholic HBCU, and celebrated his first Orientation Mass earlier this month.
Sr Alicia Costa, SSF elected superior of Sisters of the Holy Family
The nation's second-oldest order of Black nuns has elected their new leadership team, including a 53-year member as superior general.
Black Catholic Joint Conference encourages 'Ubuntu', 'Sawubona'
SOUTH BEND, Ind. — More than a hundred Black Catholic women religious, clergy, religious brothers, deacons’ wives, and seminarians gathered in Indiana this week for their annual Joint Conference, this year under the theme of “Walk Together, Children” at the University of Notre Dame. The focus permeated the week’s events,
Spiritans to celebrate 150 years in US with Mass at Xavier University of Louisiana
A historic religious order known for its work with African Americans is celebrating 150 years of US ministry with a Mass at the Institute for Black Catholic Studies.
Reflection: When a Black saint miraculously appears to you, listen up.
A miraculous appearance of St. Martin de Porres to his fellow Dominican religious brother is recounted by its experient, a Black professor in New Orleans.
Xavier University of Louisiana national alumni conference kicks off on Thursday
The nation's Catholic HBCU is hosting its annual alumni leadership conference this weekend in Houston, offering networking, training, and fundraising for scholarships.