Black History month

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During her trailblazing career, she held fast to her Catholic faith as she faced racism, both overt and subtle.

Cardinal Gregory said the beatitudes “challenge us to work for justice for all people — to renounce all forms of racism, antisemitism, Islamophobia, homophobia or intolerance of the religious freedom of other people.”

“Celebrating Black History Month not only enlightens us to the contributions of Black Americans, but reminds us of the work toward justice and equality that is still in front of us,” said Bishop Campbell.

The African American and Native American Catholic sculptor has been honored on a stamp as part of the U.S. Postal Service’s Black Heritage series.

In 1955, Getrudejane Holliday Stone challenged authorities on a train bound for Houston who demanded she change her seat because of her skin color.

As we mark this 94th annual celebration of black history during February, I encourage all Catholics interested in justice, reconciliation and peace to commit to learning about the central place of black people in the church’s long and complex history.

With February being both Black History Month and Catholic Press Month, Daniel Rudd’s story is worth knowing.