Churches, chaplains, nuns have unexpected role in COVID-19 crisis
By Carol Glatz Catholic News Service ROME — In a nation where the faithful are not allowed to assemble for Mass, one church in…
Pew survey shows divide among religious believers over views about Trump
By Mark Pattison Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump may be as divisive to religionists as he seems to be to other…
Seven Minnesota couples married civilly have their marriages convalidated
By Dave Hrbacek Catholic News Service WACONIA — There was a buzz before the 5:15 p.m. Mass Feb. 22 at St. Joseph Church in…
USCCB president offers reflection, prayer in this time of the coronavirus
By Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Acknowledging the fragility of human life because of the coronavirus, Los Angeles Archbishop Jose H. Gomez, president of…
Most Vatican offices open, but adapting schedules in wake of pandemic
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Vatican offices will remain open to ensure “essential services for the universal church,” but each…
New compilations bring together diverse writings of learned Brits
By Allan F. Wright Catholic News Service “John Henry Newman,” compiled by Ryan J. Marr. Pauline Books & Media (Boston, 2019). 160 pp., $12.95….
Deacon-physician says everyone can help limit spread of virus
By Rick Snizek Catholic News Service PROVIDENCE — While the coronavirus has created an upheaval in the daily routines of people around the world,…
Text of pope’s prayer to Mary during coronavirus pandemic
By Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Here is a CNS translation of the prayer Pope Francis recited by video March 11 for…
Supreme Court says ‘Remain in Mexico’ policy can be enforced for now
By Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court in a brief written order March 11 granted the Trump administration’s request to continue…
How Italy went from ‘wash your hands’ to ‘stay at home’
By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service ROME — Acknowledging how difficult it can be to adapt to restrictive measures aimed at slowing the spread of…