Cleveland Celebrates 'History of Freedom' on Juneteenth

Catholic parishes mark Juneteenth, ‘second independence day’

Catholic churches are celebrating the national holiday of Juneteenth this week by honoring the freedom won by formerly enslaved Black Americans at the end of the Civil War.

Cleveland celebrates 'history of freedom' on Juneteenth

CLEVELAND (WJW) -- On a day that commemorates the moment the last enslaved Americans finally learned they were free, Cleveland paused to honor Juneteenth with reflection, recognition and faith. One of the city’s most powerful gatherings happened inside the walls of Saint Agnes Our Lady of Fatima Church, where the Catholic diocese hosted its annual Juneteenth service. Bassist Carol Kaye declines Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction award: repo…

Juneteenth seen as day to reflect on freedom, ending racism and Black Catholics’ contributions

Black Catholics throughout U.S. history contributed to the country's unity and freedom.

Catholic Parishes Mark Juneteenth, the ‘Second Independence Day’ for US

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Juneteenth seen as day to reflect on freedom, ending racism and Black Catholics' contributions - The Record Newspaper

People cheered during a “Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth” concert at Times Square in New York City June 19. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in Texas, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued in 1863 to free enslaved Black people held in the Confederacy. Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, to formally announce that all remaining enslaved people were free. The federal Juneteenth holiday, establishe…