Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Black Catholic Flourishing
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church Hall
Join Holy Redeemer Catholic Church for Black Catholic Flourishing, a presentation and dialogue celebrating Black Catholic faith, stories and community. Four featured panelists will explore the Black Catholic Flourishing Initiative on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon CT at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church Hall in San Antonio. Attend in person, watch the livestream or participate via Zoom.
Black Catholic Flourishing
Our faith. Our stories. Our shared future.
Celebrate Black Catholic History Month with a presentation and dialogue at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church exploring the faith, heritage, leadership and future of Black Catholic communities.
The program introduces the Black Catholic Flourishing Initiative, a national effort bringing together scholars, ministry leaders and community members to explore what helps Black Catholic individuals, families, parishes and schools thrive. The conversation will consider how faith, cultural traditions and shared experiences can strengthen communities for future generations.
Date, time and location
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Program: 9:00 a.m.–noon Central Standard Time
Check-in: Begins at 8:30 a.m.
Location: Holy Redeemer Catholic Church Hall
1819 Nevada Street, San Antonio, TX 78203Participation: Attend in person, watch the livestream or participate via Zoom.
Admission: Free; please register through the event registration page.
Featured panelists
Father Manuel B. Williams, C.R.
A priest of the Congregation of the Resurrection, Father Williams serves as director of Resurrection Catholic Missions and pastor of Resurrection Catholic Church in Montgomery, Alabama. His ministry includes education, community service and preaching on African American Catholic spirituality and history. Biography
Andrea Pannell, OPA
A spiritual director, coach and Dominican Sisters of Peace Associate, Pannell helps individuals and groups deepen their spiritual lives. Her work includes accompanying people across faith traditions as they seek healing, purpose and a stronger relationship with God. Biography
Dr. David W. Robinson-Morris
Founder and executive director of the Center for the Human Spirit and Radical Reimagining, Dr. Robinson-Morris is a scholar, author and educator whose work connects spirituality, imagination, equity and community well-being. He works with institutions and communities to advance justice, belonging and collective flourishing. Biography
Sister Addie Lorraine Walker, SSND, Ph.D.
A School Sister of Notre Dame, Sister Addie Lorraine is a professor at Oblate School of Theology and director of its Sankofa Institute for African American Pastoral Leadership. Her teaching and ministry include Black Church studies, spirituality, faith development and pastoral formation. Biography
Co-sponsors
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Oblate School of Theology, the Sankofa Institute for African American Pastoral Leadership and the Black Catholic Flourishing Initiative.
Join the conversation about honoring Black Catholic heritage and nurturing a thriving future rooted in faith, fellowship and service.