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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 16h

A new documentary on Roberto Clemente unpacks the accomplishments of a man dedicated to baseball, family, Puerto Rico, and the cause of justice and human flourishing.

The otherwise laudable flick, however, omits his Black Catholic faith, writes @natemup.com. buff.ly/bCzOHEy

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 8h

"In short, the 'Clemente' film is about anything but the driving spiritual force behind everything he did... The idea that his outsize commitment to his family, to Puerto Rico, and the downtrodden at large was at all inspired by his faith seems alien to the film."

Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 16h

A new documentary on Roberto Clemente unpacks the accomplishments of a man dedicated to baseball, family, Puerto Rico, and the cause of justice and human flourishing.

The otherwise laudable flick, however, omits his Black Catholic faith, writes @natemup.com. buff.ly/bCzOHEy

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 1d

A Missouri pilgrimage honoring Venerable Augustus Tolton featured visits to his birthplace, baptism site, and multiple churches honoring his legacy.

Linda Lysakowski recounts the trip as well as the life of the nation's first openly Black Catholic priest. buff.ly/LBxCeXw

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 1d

"Our pilgrims arrived safely home, forever changed by this experience. We [pray] for an end to all injustices in the world, for all priests who dedicate their lives to shepherding their people through the trials and tribulations of life, and for the canonization of Tolton."

Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 1d

A Missouri pilgrimage honoring Venerable Augustus Tolton featured visits to his birthplace, baptism site, and multiple churches honoring his legacy.

Linda Lysakowski recounts the trip as well as the life of the nation's first openly Black Catholic priest. buff.ly/LBxCeXw

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 2d

Annihilation in New Orleans.

Voters—well, ~40% of them, per turnout—overwhelmingly reject the prospect of another Black mayor. Former Texan Helena Moreno wins outright with a commanding 55%.

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 4d

Voters will soon head to the polls to choose Texas' next congressional representative, and the field for the 18th district is chock-full of Black Catholics.

One issue still underplayed? The ongoing Gaza War and the Israel lobby's influence in the race. buff.ly/TdZkozI

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 4d

In the special election for Texas' long-vacant 18th district seat in the U.S. House, State Rep. @jolandajones.bsky.social was the only candidate whose team responded to my query for this story.

"To our knowledge, we have not received campaign contributions from the Israel lobby."

Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 4d

Voters will soon head to the polls to choose Texas' next congressional representative, and the field for the 18th district is chock-full of Black Catholics.

One issue still underplayed? The ongoing Gaza War and the Israel lobby's influence in the race. buff.ly/TdZkozI

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 5d

Attorney general nominee Jay Jones is being urged by Republicans to drop out of the race over violent texts from 2022 concerning the GOP's then-Virginia House Speaker Todd Gilbert.

The Black Catholic Democrat faces similar calls from within his party. buff.ly/sYKDuJf

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 6d

Bessie Stringfield, the "Motorcycle Queen of Miami", is the subject of a new exhibit at the Harley-Davidson Museum, which includes never-before-seen personal effects.

The display honoring the famed Black Catholic biker opened in September in Milwaukee. buff.ly/CFUhxMQ

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 7d

Top members of the Catholic hierarchy remain resistant to the idea of women deacons, despite the witness of Church history and the obvious ministry potential.

Daryl Grigsby writes that it's time for the Vatican to make a major change for the common good. buff.ly/0vs8ia4

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 7d

"79% of permanent deacons in the United States are over 60 years old... What would be more meaningful and compelling to girls, women, and young people in our parishes? A male deacon—often White and over 60—or one who is a Hispanic, Asian, African-American, or Caucasian woman"?

Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 7d

Top members of the Catholic hierarchy remain resistant to the idea of women deacons, despite the witness of Church history and the obvious ministry potential.

Daryl Grigsby writes that it's time for the Vatican to make a major change for the common good. buff.ly/0vs8ia4

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 8d

Fr Nnaemeka Ali, OMI recently joined First Nations peoples in Canada for a gathering of elders sharing culture and remembering a troubled past.

He was providentially struck by parallels to the history of Africa and its diaspora in the Americas. buff.ly/JyvnF7S

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 8d

"The Gospel does not arrive to erase anyone’s identity. It reveals how the Creator has always been speaking... [Its] true power lies in its ability to meet people where they are, to reveal Christ not as a stranger but as the fulfillment of what their ancestors already knew."

Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 8d

Fr Nnaemeka Ali, OMI recently joined First Nations peoples in Canada for a gathering of elders sharing culture and remembering a troubled past.

He was providentially struck by parallels to the history of Africa and its diaspora in the Americas. buff.ly/JyvnF7S

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 10d

A new documentary, "Nuns vs The Vatican", highlights the scourge of clerical sex abuse against women religious, honing in on the ongoing case of the Jesuit artist Marko Rupnik.

@natemup.com reviews, noting the film's importance and its inconsistencies. buff.ly/5jUM394

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 11d

Sean "Diddy" Combs has been sentenced to just over four years in prison for interstate prostitution.

The Catholic-raised rap mogul will receive credit for time served since his 2024 arrest on charges of trafficking and racketeering, which he beat in July. buff.ly/7qi0Oiq

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 12d

D.C. Council member Robert White will challenge 88-year-old Eleanor Holmes Norton for her seat in Congress, becoming a high-profile challenger amid calls for her retirement.

The Black Catholic attorney, 43, will appear in next summer's Democratic primary. buff.ly/DJDCGEh

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 12d

Exactly!

Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 13d

cher really tried to tell me, "Oh I'm from New Orleans!" cause she saw my Pres Hall shirt.
"Oh yeah?"
"Well, like 20 minutes outside..."
"...Across the lake?"
"Yeah."
🧐

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 13d

The president of the National Association of Black Catholic Administrators writes that the killing of Charlie Kirk has fomented threats against free speech.

A new statement from Fr Reginald Norman says the Black community in particular is on "high alert". buff.ly/9yO8V3R

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 14d

Fever game feels like the Pacers all over again. Refs protecting a darling team and a major injury takes down our star.

Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 14d

we here

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 14d

(Correction): The experience of a divine dream—not uncommon in Catholic spirituality—can foment unexpected healing, grace, and inspiration.

Sr Charlotte Rubit, a Sister of the Holy Family, shares a moment of encounter that led her to radical forgiveness. buff.ly/k0oKE8O

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 14d

Dug into the vault and added some old videos of me singing jazz, and a few newer ones from gospel Masses at St. Columba in Oakland.

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Cofounder of blackcatholicmessenger.org.I also post the occasional semi-random song that comes to mind...

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Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 15d

Xavier University of Louisiana is the #6 HBCU, according to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report this month.

The Black Catholic university has also been named a top university in the South and one of the nation's best for undergraduate teaching. buff.ly/koPsmyt

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Nate Tinner-Williams @natemup.com · 15d

The new rankings from @usnews.com have 100-year-old XULA as the #16 university in the South, #14 for undergraduates teaching, the #27 "Best Value" school nationally, and #62 for graduates' social mobility.

Black Catholic Messenger @blackcatholicmessenger.org · 15d

Xavier University of Louisiana is the #6 HBCU, according to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report this month.

The Black Catholic university has also been named a top university in the South and one of the nation's best for undergraduate teaching. buff.ly/koPsmyt

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