Catechist, Visionary, & Servant of God: Deacon Bill White on Nicholas Black Elk

Catechist, Visionary, & Servant of God: Deacon Bill White on Nicholas Black Elk

Author: Sacred Heart Catholic Radio September 16, 2026 Duration: 5:55

Many know Nicholas Black Elk from the classic book Black Elk Speaks or his role at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, but few realize he was a devout Catholic layman and catechist who brought over 400 people into the Church. Deacon Bill White joins host Matt Swaim on the Son Rise Morning Show to share the deeply inspiring Catholic story of Servant of God Nicholas Black Elk. From traveling with Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show to leading jail ministry in Sing Sing, discover how Black Elk’s famous childhood vision aligned with the universality of the Catholic faith. Stream the episode now!

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