Archive for March 30, 2020

Pope Francis offers Mass in Casa Santa Marta on March 30, 2020. ?w=200&h=150

By Courtney Mares

Pope Francis: Trust in the mercy and justice of God

Pope Francis said Monday that the Church can trust in the mercy and justice of God.  Read more

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USCCB domestic justice chairman welcomes coronavirus aid bill

Archbishop Paul Coakley of Oklahoma City issued a statement in response to the passage Friday of the Coronavirus, Aid, Relief,... Read more

Nun at the prayer vigil for consecrated life in St. Peter's Basilica, Jan. 28, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

By Courtney Mares

Six sisters from same Italian convent have died, as coronavirus spreads among religious orders

Six sisters in one northern Italian convent have died of coronavirus, and nine sisters are being treated in the hospital... Read more

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NYC mayor threatens 'permanent' closure of churches defying coronavirus ban

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio on Friday, March 27 threatened to “permanently” shut down houses of worship that... Read more

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By Courtney Mares

Pope Francis warns of a coronavirus ‘genocide’ if economy prioritized over people

In a private letter to an Argentine judge, Pope Francis is reported to have warned that government decisions to prioritize... Read more

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During coronavirus, German cardinal opens seminary to feed homeless

Cardinal Rainer Maria Woelki of Cologne has opened the archdiocesan seminary to feed and shelter the homeless during the coronavirus... Read more

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Rome’s De Donatis is first cardinal known to have coronavirus

Cardinal Angelo De Donatis, vicar general of the Diocese of Rome, has tested positive for coronavirus.  Read more

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Britons rededicate England to the Blessed Virgin Mary

More than half a million people took part Sunday in the rededication of England to Our Lady Sunday, organizers have... Read more

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Church of the Holy Sepulchre closed indefinitely

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre will remain closed until further notice. It is the first time in nearly 700 years... Read more

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Priests arrested for public Mass celebrations during coronavirus shutdowns

Amid lockdowns responding to the coronavirus pandemic, at least three priests were arrested Sunday for celebrating Mass publicly, in alleged... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

Dioceses announce staff cuts, but federal aid could help

As Catholic dioceses and parishes begin to cut staff during the coronavirus pandemic, they could be eligible for unprecedented federal... Read more

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UK government reverses policy yet again, will allow at-home medical abortions

Amid the worldwide outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) and strict social distancing orders in the United Kingdom, the UK government has... Read more

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Priests and volunteers deliver 15,000 food baskets amid coronavirus pandemic

Priests and volunteers have distributed more than 15,000 food baskets to Peruvians unable to work during the nation’s coronavirus pandemic... Read more