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Immigration and Customs Enforcement · New YorkIn a tense confrontation at a Brooklyn detention center, three federal lawmakers from New York were reportedly stopped from entering or leaving theSee the Story
‘They Can’t Get Out or Get in’: ICE Agents 'Trapped' NYC Lawmakers in a Dramatic Stand-Off at a Brooklyn Detention Center
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Baltimore, MD · BaltimoreDr. Paula Langford on the devastation of Black Catholic Baltimore and how the Church must make amends to truly model a listening Church. The closing of Black Catholic churches across the United States due to abuse scandals, restructuring programs (e.g., ”Seek the City to Come” in Baltimore), and financial payouts has left a deep wound in the hearts of many African-American Catholics. These closures are not just about the loss of sacred spaces. ThSee the Story
The Endurance of Black Catholics: Combating Abuse, Addressing Neglect, and Strengthening Unity
Pope Francis · CanadaIn September 1987, St. John Paul II visited the United States and gave an address to the Black Catholic community of New Orleans. During his speech, he recognized the unique gifts that Black Catholics share and also the tremendous contributions of this community to the Church. Most notable, however, are the statements he made seeking forgiveness for the Catholic Church's participation in slavery. The pope used the opportunity to make a long-over…Read Article
