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Father Royce Thomas welcoming parishioners at The Rock Church in St. Louis.

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Top 10 Reasons to Come Worship with Us at The Rock Church

by David BeckfordMarch 15, 2026March 15, 2026

The Rock Church blends rich African-American culture with Catholic traditions, offering a vibrant community, historic architecture, and impactful outreach.

Lent season symbolized with a cross and light, representing reflection and renewal in Black Catholic churches.

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Lent: A Journey of Reflection, Repentance, and Renewal in Black Catholic Churches

by Metalle TagnerFebruary 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Sister Thea Bowman speaking passionately at a Catholic event.

Exploring St. Louis Catholic Churches: A Spotlight on Sister Thea Bowman’s Legacy

by Pagee' SpeedeFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

Glowing heart shape created with sparkler light trails against a dark background.

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Celebrate Love Every Day: Valentine’s Day Ideas & How to Show You Care

by The Newsletter 05January 13, 2026January 13, 2026

Rev. Anthony Evans, leader of the National Black Church Initiative, advocating for justice and community empowerment.

Rev. Anthony Evans & the National Black Church Initiative: Champions for Justice, Faith, and Community

by Blackdoctor.orgDecember 10, 2025December 10, 2025

Portrait of Archbishop Dr. Michael A. West in a light suit and hat, set against a sunlit park background.

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Excerpts and a Conversation on Faith, Media, and Community with Archbishop Dr. Michael A. West

by The Newsletter 05November 24, 2025December 24, 2025

Fighting Gerrymandering That Threatens to Suppress Voters

by Rev. Dorothy S. BoulwareAugust 9, 2025August 9, 2025

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Part 2 of A Series About the Church and Tithing

by The Newsletter 05July 6, 2025July 6, 2025

It’s Time for a Reorganization of the Black Church

by Rev. Dr. Heber BrownMay 16, 2025May 16, 2025

Pope Francis: Care for the poor was the hallmark of his papacy.

by Dr. Maurice NuttApril 21, 2025April 21, 2025

Who Is Bishop Dr. Henry Phillips Jr.?

by Ariel KahanaJanuary 9, 2023January 9, 2023

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Poetry/Prose: Untitled

by The Newsletter 05May 26, 2022December 30, 2022

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Gospel singer-songwriter LaShun Pace dies at 60

by Ariel KahanaMarch 21, 2022March 21, 2022

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Seek the freedom from all adversaries: Run for your Life

by Ariel KahanaMarch 15, 2022March 17, 2022

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More Spiritual Prose: How does all the other offerings relate to tithing?

by The Newsletter 05November 4, 2021December 31, 2022

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Tithing and the land that Abraham called UR: More Religious prose from Pastor Jackson

by The Newsletter 05October 5, 2021December 31, 2022