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The Gift of Diversity: Celebrating the Spiritual Gifts of Black Catholics
Black Catholics have long struggled with the evil of racism both within and outside the Church in the United States. A prominent African American Catholic author and activist reflects on how diversity brings about both healing and a richer faith.
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I Will Be With You
Reflect One night, Martin Luther King Jr. received a threatening phone call. He went downstairs to make a cup of coffee and in the midnight hour spoke to God about giving up his leadership role in the quest for freedom. ...
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Convert to Cardinal: The Journey of Wilton D. Gregory
Inspired by his Catholic schoolteachers, Wilton D. Gregory dreamed of becoming a priest. Last year, Pope Francis named him the first Black US cardinal.
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Celebrating Black History Month
February is Black History Month in the United States. As such, it’s a great time to recognize the contributions of Black Americans in the Catholic Church.
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Race and Religion: An Interview with Msgr. Ray East
In a time of intense racial tensions, Msgr. Ray East has some words of advice: We need to focus on the fact that we are all made in God’s image.
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