Santa Anna parish in Spain publishes a daily tally of meals and hygiene equipment handed out to needy recipients, as well as a blog with advice for surviving the crisis.
Spain’s parishes adapt pastoral services during pandemic
Vatican releases book of pope’s homilies, prayers for ‘difficult times’
The Vatican published a free downloadable book of Pope Francis’ prayers and homilies responding to the trial and suffering of the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope approves foundation promoting example, works of Pope John Paul I
Pope Francis approved the establishment of the John Paul I Vatican Foundation to preserve and promote the writings, thinking, example and study of “the smiling pope.”
Catholic leaders press Trump to support aid to schools during pandemic
Catholic leaders urged the president to pursue policies that support school choice.
‘George W. Bush,’ May 4-5, PBS
A warts-and-all view of the 43rd president of the United States is showcased in “George W. Bush,” a two-part documentary premiering on PBS Monday-Tuesday, May 4-5, 8-10 p.m. CDT each night.
Mexican bishops announce ‘families without hunger’ plan during pandemic
Mexico’s bishops announced an initiative — “Families without hunger” — to combat rising hunger as millions of Mexicans lose work and sources of income with the spread of COVID-19.
Parental controls growing stronger for video watching, apps
A number of media viewing platforms are now offering more stringent parental controls.
Laudato Si’ at five: Dioceses embrace pope’s call for care of the earth
Dioceses and other organizations around the world are planning to mark the fifth anniversary of Pope Francis’ encyclical on care for creation with online events and prayers during Laudato Si’ Week May 16-24, 2020.