Clarence Rivers

The Reverend
Clarence Rivers
Born
Clarence Rufus Rivers Jr.

(1931-09-09)September 9, 1931
Selma, Alabama, US
DiedNovember 21, 2004(2004-11-21) (aged 73)
Occupations
  • Liturgist
  • author
ReligionChristianity (Catholic)
ChurchLatin Church
Ordained1956 (priest)

Clarence Rufus Joseph Rivers Jr. (September 9, 1931 – November 21, 2004) was an American Black Catholic priest and well-known liturgist. His work combined Catholic worship with Black Gospel music, making him an integral part of the Black Catholic Movement. He also wrote several books on music and spirituality.[1]

  1. ^ "Clarence Rufus J. Rivers Memorial: North American Academy of Liturgy (NAAL)". Archived from the original on 2005-12-30. Retrieved 2011-02-15.