Churches, chaplains, nuns have unexpected role in COVID-19 crisis
byBy 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
byBy 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
byBy 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
byBy Catholic News Service WASHINGTON — Acknowledging the fragility of human life because of the coronavirus, Los Angeles Archbishop Jose H. Gomez, president of…
Confined to your home? Archbishop recommends a prayer routine
byTimes of uncertainty are times to stay especially close to Christ and one another — though not necessarily in close physical proximity — said…
Most Vatican offices open, but adapting schedules in wake of pandemic
byBy 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
byBy 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
byBy 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
byBy Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Here is a CNS translation of the prayer Pope Francis recited by video March 11 for…
Catholic schools will be closed beginning Monday
byArchdiocese of Louisville Catholic schools will be closed March 16 through April 3 in response to Governor Andy Beshear’s recommendation that all Kentucky schools…