Black American Nun Moves Closer To Sainthood

There are some exciting updates on Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange and her journey to sainthood. The Black Catholic nun made history by founding the Oblate Sisters of Providence in 1829 in Baltimore, Maryland. It was the first African American religious congregation in the United States. Pope Francis signed a decree on June 22 recognizing Lange for… Continue reading Black American Nun Moves Closer To Sainthood

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