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German cardinal says it’s 'high time' to restore public Masses
A German cardinal has said it is “high time” to restore public liturgies as the country begins to ease lockdown... Read more
Priest arrested in Kenya for spreading coronavirus
A Catholic priest in Kenya has been charged with “negligently spreading an infectious disease” after authorities allege he did not comply... Read more
Pope Francis again calls for 'justice, charity, and solidarity' after coronavirus pandemic
Pope Francis continued his call Friday to see the coronavirus pandemic in light of Christ’s resurrection, in a Spanish-language article... Read more
Coronavirus could have a ‘catastrophic effect’ on finances of English cathedral
The coronavirus crisis could have a “catastrophic effect” on the finances of England’s most prominent Catholic cathedral, officials have said. Read more
The Church’s ideal is to be with the people, pope says
With millions of Catholics dependent on livestreamed Masses, there is a danger that we will lose sight of the communal... Read more
Fall River diocese to close two schools due to coronavirus financial crisis
The Diocese of Fall River announced Wednesday that two of its schools will be closing after this school year due... Read more
Getting ready for Divine Mercy Sunday at home? Here are some CNA suggestions
Here are some suggestions for celebrating Divine Mercy Sunday, from the journalists at CNA. Read more
Governor 'wasn't thinking of the Bill of Rights' when banning religious meetings
The governor of New Jersey said on Wednesday that he had not considered the Bill of Rights when issuing an... Read more
NY Catholic health system participating in coronavirus treatment trials
Catholic Health Services of Long Island is taking part in two Mayo Clinic trials designed to develop treatments for the... Read more
Las Cruces bishop explains decision to resume public Masses, even with civic restrictions
Bishop Peter Baldacchino of the Diocese of Las Cruces said the Church is the “essential service of hope” during the... Read more
Spanish business leaders organize to support cloistered communities
A group of businessmen in Spain have joined together to help cloistered religious communities that are unable to support themselves... Read more
'We are the Church' - Archbishop Christophe Pierre reflects on the pandemic
Archbishop Christophe Pierre spoke with CNA about living the Catholic faith during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
Joy is more than emotion, it is a gift of the Holy Spirit, Pope Francis says
Joy is a grace and a gift of the Holy Spirit, not just positive emotions or feeling cheerful, Pope Francis... Read more
Little Sisters retirement home sees 11 COVID-related deaths
A retirement residence run by the Little Sisters of the Poor in Delaware has seen almost a dozen deaths related... Read more
'Robustly enforce' chemical abortion regulations, Congressmen tell FDA
More than 150 members of Congress have written to the Food and Drug Administration in support of continued regulation of... Read more
Las Cruces bishop first in US to resume public Masses amid pandemic
The Bishop of Las Cruces, New Mexico, has lifted a diocesan ban on the public celebration of Mass and told... Read more
California churches sue governor to allow public worship services amid coronavirus
Three Southern California ecclesial communities have filed a lawsuit against Governor Gavin Newsom, alleging that social distancing orders he imposed... Read more
Federal court says chemical abortions can continue despite Texas order
Chemical abortions in Texas will continue during the coronavirus pandemic after the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday... Read more
Justice department backs Mississippi church over drive-in services
The Justice Department is supporting a Mississippi church after local authorities fined attendees at a drive-in service during the coronavirus... Read more
