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Panel Presentation Facilitated by Dr. Ansel Augustine, and featuring panelists: Dr. Valerie Lewis-Mosley; Nyle Grimes; and Christian Bentley
In this powerful webinar, Dr. Ansel Augustine leads a profound conversation on the realities of Black generational trauma and the paths toward collective healing within our communities. Joined by a distinguished panel of Black Catholic leaders—Mr. Christian Bentley, Dr. Valerie Lewis-Mosely, and Ms. Nyle Grimes—the session will explore the historical roots of trauma, its impact on faith and daily life, and practical steps for fostering resilience, restoration, and hope. Together, these voices offer wisdom, lived experience, and spiritual insight to help bridge divides, reclaim dignity, and strengthen our shared future by reconnecting and empowering the next generation of Black Catholic leaders.
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- Wed, Mar 18th, 8:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
- Sat, Apr 4th; 10:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
- Sat, Jun 6th, 10:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
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The Knights of Peter Claver Inc. presents this informative webinar around the pressing issue of Sextortion.
NOTE: Parental Permission is REQUIRED for ALL minors (participants under the age of 18)
DISCLAIMER: The Knights of Peter Claver, Inc. and Ladies Auxiliary, and all of its subordinate Councils and Courts, Jr. Councils Courts, and Junior Branches make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information contained in this webinar. The Knights of Peter Claver, Inc. and Ladies Auxiliary, and all of its subordinate Councils and Courts, Jr. Councils Courts, and Junior Branches are not liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages arising from the use of this information.
Topics to be covered include:
- Sexting and Youth Safety
- Mental and Emotional Factors
- The Myth of "Private" Images
- Sextortion and Blackmail
- How Parents Can Help
- Resources and More
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Candidates should join the Zoom at least 30 minutes prior to the start time.
Applicants AND / OR Observers (Current Members) Virtual Initiation sign up form
- Wed, Mar 18th, 8:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
- Sat, Apr 4th; 10:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
- Sat, Jun 6th, 10:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
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 Josephites.org: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our 13th Superior General, Very Reverend William Norvel, SSJ, who went to be with the Lord on the morning of Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Father Norvel was a faithful Josephite priest, pastor, teacher, author, and liturgical leader whose ministry spanned more than five decades. Born in Pascagoula, Mississippi, he was ordained to the priesthood in 1965 and dedicated his life to serving Black Catholic communities across the United States with deep pastoral love and missionary zeal. Read More todayscatholic.org: The president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and Pope Leo XIV called for deescalation and dialogue in the Middle East following the joint attacks on Iran launched on Saturday, February 28, by the United States and Israel, which killed Iran’s longtime supreme leader, 86-year-old Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Read More Brother Samuel Singh, featured with his Mother, Lady Suekumarie Singh, proudly serves as the youngest Grand Knight in the Order. At just 21 years old, Grand Knight Singh hails from St. Teresa Avila / St. Anthony of Padua Council 407 in Ozone Park, New York.
With integrity, dedication, and a genuine eagerness to grow in knowledge and service, he is leading the men of his Council with strong faith and commitment. His passion for the Order and desire to learn more about its history and mission demonstrate true leadership beyond his years.
We proudly congratulate Grand Knight Singh on this remarkable achievement and look forward to witnessing continued growth, excellence, and success from him and Council 407.
Read More Servant of God Sr. Thea Bowman, F.S.P.A., M.A. 1969, Ph.D. 1972, is a step closer to being recognized as a saint.
The Diocese of Jackson – where she was born, became Catholic, and later served as an intercultural consultant – has completed the initial phase of her canonization process. This included researching and documenting her life and virtue.
Boxes filled with the findings and documents gathered during this phase will be ceremonially sealed and then sent to the Congregation of the Causes of Saints following a Feb. 9, 2026, Mass of Thanksgiving celebrated by Bishop Joseph Kopacz in Jackson, Miss.
“We join our prayers to those of the Diocese of Jackson as Sr. Thea’s process of canonization moves ahead. Her legacy of compassion, prophetic witness, inculturation of worship, and unwavering love for Christ and the Church continues to inspire the generations of students who have walked the same campus she did,” said University President Peter Kilpatrick.
The descendant of enslaved persons, Sr. Thea Bowman’s parents sent her to Catholic schools. She became Catholic in high school and, inspired by Catholic sisters and priests, joined a religious order. She went on to teach at the elementary and secondary levels. Read More BlackCatholicMessenger.com: Jon Batiste, Cynthia Erivo, and FKA Twigs were big winners on music's biggest night, along with several honorees in non-competitive categories. Read More onevoicebhm.org: KPC Members Bro. Brent Patterson (Archbishop Thomas J. Toolen Council) and Sir Knight Deacon Jacky Rodgers (Martin Luther Assembly 19) honored!
The Catholic Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama held it Diocesan Prayer Breakfast in commemoration of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Saturday, Jan. 10, at the Cathedral of St. Paul’s Life Center.
The guest speaker was Father Kareem R. Smith, who was ordained to the priesthood on May 26, 2018, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York by Cardinal Timothy Dolan. Currently, Father Smith serves as the pastor of the Church of the Blessed Sacrament in New Rochelle, NY. His ministry, however, extends beyond parish life. He is the senior chaplain for the Pierre Toussant Scholarship Program, the chaplain for black Catholics in the Archdiocese of New York, president of the National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus, and a board member of the National Black Catholic Congress. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Iona Preparatory School and Cardinal Spellman High School. Father Smith champions black Catholic spirituality, youth engagement, and liturgical diversity across the United States. Read More The Black and Indian Mission Office in Washington, D.C., recently released two documentaries — one highlighting African American Catholics on the path to sainthood and the focusing on Native American Catholic communities in the United States. Read More St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fairfield hosted a listening session with Bishop Steven Raica and the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary of Zone 4 on Nov. 15. Fathers Vernon Huguley, Philip Paxton, and Kenneth Keke participated with Diocesan Director of Black Catholic Ministry James Watts giving a presentation.
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