Celebrating saints with African heritage

Feb 5, 2026 - 04:00
Celebrating saints with African heritage
February is Black History Month. Take some time to learn about two prominent black Catholics. One is the patron saint of African-Americans, and the other is an American priest who is being considered for sainthood. St. Benedict the Moor (1526–1589)  Feast day: April 4  Born in Sicily, St. Benedict the Moor’s parents were Ethiopian slaves […]