'Not the way forward': Amanda Gorman speaks out on Scholastic segregating banned books
The bestselling Black Catholic author is one of dozens whose works are now merely optional in the company's popular elementary school book fairs.
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St. Anthony Catholic School in Dayton closing after 108 years
It is the second racially diverse Catholic school in the diocese to recently announce closure, both citing repair costs that have since come into question.
Black Catholic deacon accused of child sex abuse in Maryland
The anonymous allegation against Dcn Lawrence Bell dates to the 1990s and is part of a civil lawsuit filed in Prince George's County on Monday.
Xavier University of Louisiana adds Black studies major
Dr. Sharlene Sinegal-DeCuir, a Louisiana native and Black Catholic, is leading the new program, which will open for enrollment in spring 2024.
After the National Black Catholic Congress, attendees turn to action
In the wake of the latest National Black Catholic Congress, practitioners are making moves to keep the fire burning—and bring it back home.
Teen noted for 'impossible' math proof is attending Xavier University of Louisiana
Ne’Kiya Jackson, one of two New Orleans high schoolers recently noted globally for a new proof of the Pythagorean theorem, is now attending the nation’s Catholic HBCU, Xavier University of Louisiana. The school announced the news in August, following a flurry of news coverage and social media attention
This young priest is seeking revival in Detroit. The secret ingredient? Black Catholic schools.
How do you save one of the last bastions of Black Catholic education in the Motor City? By supporting it with time, money, and a realistic theology of evangelization, says Fr John McKenzie.
Carla Harris to play Carnegie Hall for Catholic school benefit
The award-winning author, singer, and pioneering banking executive will lead a Christmas-themed concert supporting her alma mater and parish school.
XULA falls 1-0 in first-ever NAIA men's soccer game
The match marked the start of men's NAIA competition for the 97-year-old Catholic HBCU, and the first collegiate soccer team in New Orleans since 2006.
'A historic day': Sr Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center dedicated for Howard University
The historic HBCU will have a physical Catholic ministry hub for the first time in decades, following the return of priest-led ministry in 2020.
Catholics react to anti-Black massacre in Jacksonville
Bishop Erik T. Pohlmeier of St. Augustine called the shooting "senseless" and called for unity while condemning racism.
Racist music starts when you're young—so these three nursery rhymes must go.
Ever wondered about the origin of that strange-sounding children's song? It's worth researching to avoid passing down a racist legacy, says Sara Chinakwe.
James Johnson IV sworn in as president of National Black Catholic Seminarians Association
The high honor for the 23-year-old Charlotte native took place during the 2023 National Black Catholic Congress this July in Maryland.
How the National Black Catholic Congress inspired me as an HBCU campus minister
Preslaysa Williams, the new CCM director at Norfolk State and Hampton, explains how connecting with thousands of Black Catholics has inspired her work.
Review: 'Remarkable' book on Sisters of St. Joseph of St. Augustine chronicles Black Catholic education
Efran Menny reviews a timely text elucidating post-Civil War Catholic history in the nation's oldest city.
'The hand of God is on you': Fr Michael Pfleger to youth choir after crash caused by armed assailants
No children were injured in Saturday's accident, from which several armed individuals fled the scene on Chicago's South Side.