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CDC director ‘not shy about his Catholic faith,’ says Baltimore pastor
When Msgr. Richard Woy sees Dr. William Redfield, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, on television these days flanked by medical experts issuing the latest guidance on the novel coronavirus he doesn’t just see one of…
10 guidelines for pastoral care during the coronavirus outbreak
Officials are arguing over whether the novel coronavirus has reached the level of pandemic, as outbreaks continue to spread globally. Meanwhile, religious leaders still must care for people—many of whom are feeling a rise in anxiety verging on panic.
Retrial of US Catholic official delayed over virus concerns
The retrial of the only church official who has ever gone to prison in the Roman Catholic Church sex abuse scandal was delayed Monday because of the coronavirus outbreak.
Faith Over Fear? No, It’s Political Ideology that Keeps People Unafraid of COVID-19
The biggest debate on social media this weekend has been over the appropriate level of concern for a significant, long-term disruption of daily activities because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The disagreement skews partisan, with new surveys showing Republicans are far…
Bishop Barbara Harris, first woman bishop of Anglican Communion, dies at 89
Retired Bishop Barbara Harris, the first woman to be ordained and consecrated as a bishop in the worldwide Anglican Communion, died on Friday (March 13).
Vatican Says Easter Events To Be Celebrated Without Visitors This Year
All of Pope Francis’ Easter services next month will be held without the faithful attending due to the coronavirus outbreak, Vatican said on Sunday, in a step believed to be unprecedented in modern times.
Letter to the Editor – Responding to a commentary on heaven and hell
From Kirby D. Smith in Midlothian, Virginia
Bob Allen, BNG news editor since 2008, to leave March 31
“Throughout his career as a reporter and editor, Bob has been devoted to faith-centered journalism practiced with integrity and excellence.”