St. Corona, who is not the namesake for the virus, historically was often prayed to by people seeking her help in times of trouble.
Pandemic casts spotlight on a nearly forgotten martyr: St. Corona
What is a plenary indulgence?
Pope Francis said he will grant a plenary indulgence to the faithful who watch or listen to his extraordinary blessing “urbi et orbi” (to the city and the world) at 6 p.m. Rome time (12 p.m. Central Time) March 27.
Pope, Christian leaders around the globe join in prayer for pandemic’s end
Pope Francis joined by Orthodox, Anglican and Protestant church leaders and faithful from around the world recite the Lord’s Prayer amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Naumann: Mark anniversary of ‘Gospel of Life’ with commitment to moms
The USCCB has launched a yearlong nationwide initiative is called “Walking With Moms in Need: A Year of Service,” to accompany pregnant or parenting woman in need.
Shrines close across Europe
Europe’s Catholic shrines have followed directives for combating the coronavirus by tightly restricting organized events, although some pledged to stay open for Masses and pastoral care.
A united humanity will rise from pandemic-stricken world, pope says
As more countries continue to lockdown and isolate to stem the spread of the coronavirus, both believers and nonbelievers “are all in the same boat” and must confront the challenge together.
Sunday Scripture reading: March 22, 2020
Fourth Sunday of Lent
First reading: 1 Sm 16:1, 6-7, 10-13
Second reading: Eph 5:8-14
Gospel: Jn 9:1-41
Papal devotion: Especially in times of trial, pope turns to St. Joseph
Pope Francis’ devotion to St. Joseph amid the COVID-19 pandemic calls us to be patient and have strength in faith, compassion and openness to others.