As the nation has struggled to curb the spread of the virus and governors have banned gatherings of more than 10 people, there are varied responses to what that means for places of worship.
Shutdown of religious services in pandemic prompts varied responses
Pope’s ‘virtual’ congregations show true unity in prayer, Jesuit says
Although the pope usually draws large in-person crowds, during the COVID-19 pandemic his assemblies have reached the faithful through television, radio and the internet.
Paris archbishop welcomes Macron’s renewed pledge to rebuild Notre Dame
French President Emmanuel Macron has reiterated a pledge to restore the historic cathedral by 2024.
Congolese archbishop highlights double challenge of Ebola, COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread in Congo, the country’s Catholic bishops are insisting on measures to also fight Ebola that has returned.
Pandemic prompts makers of ‘Fatima’ film to delay its release to theaters
“The circumstances that the world finds itself in now require precautionary measures and action,” the film’s official Facebook profile posted March 19. “As a result, we are postponing the opening of ‘Fatima’ in theaters to Aug. 14, 2020.”
The wonder hours: TV for tweens is there for the taking
As the COVID-19 crisis continues to keep many of us at home, parents of preteen kids may be anxious to discover TV programming likely to entertain 9- to 12-year-olds.
Some dioceses postpone priestly ordinations amid lockdown, others waiting
Some dioceses are postponing priestly ordinations this year because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Retired pope, celebrating 93rd birthday, is well, secretary says
Retired Pope Benedict XVI “is well,” although the coronavirus pandemic restrictions mean he will receive no visitors April 16, his 93rd birthday.