Dr. Lena Edwards was born into a devout Catholic family in Washington, D.C., in 1900. The mother of six children, Edwards pursued a medical career as a means to help […]
Dr. Lena Edwards: Advocated against abortion, sterilization
Daniel Rudd: Pushed for equality after the Civil War
February’s celebration of Black History Month in the United States traces its roots back to the 1920s, although it gained more formal recognition in the ’70s. All during February, we’ll […]
Jean Baptiste Point du Sable: Chicago’s first settler
February’s celebration of Black History Month in the United States traces its roots back to the 1920s, although it gained more formal recognition in the ’70s. All during February, we’ll […]
Mary Lou Williams: Found faith in Christ’s Church
February’s celebration of Black History Month in the United States traces its roots back to the 1920s, although it gained more formal recognition in the ’70s. All during February, we’ll […]
The Healy Family: A family of firsts in the U.S. Church
February’s celebration of Black History Month in the United States traces its roots back to the 1920s, although it gained more formal recognition in the ’70s. All during February, we’ll […]
