A Catholic sociologist has said that if women were allowed to participate in governmental affairs in Africa, their input would have an impact on how the pandemic and its associated problems are handled.
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Covid-19 in the land where Jesus walked
During Jerusalem’s lockdown, my family saw the Holy Land—and each other—with new eyes.
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Pandemic has revealed how often human dignity is ignored, pope says
Pope Francis has warned that we must be careful not to let the pandemic lead us to indifference toward our fellow human beings.
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Would St. Thomas Aquinas wear a mask to Mass?
In debates over coronavirus public health precautions, Catholics should consult the Angelic Doctor.
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Without quick action, Covid-19 will create a global hunger crisis by the end of 2020
Women, children, elderly people, Indigenous populations and migrants will be among those suffering the most.
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Covid-19 forces Our Lady of Knock shrine to close Aug. 15 to discourage crowds
The Shrine of Our Lady of Knock in County Mayo, Ireland will be closed on the day of the August 15 feast due to concerns over the pandemic.
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The future of Catholic schools around the country is in doubt.
The pandemic has already closed more than 140 Catholic schools nationwide. How many more will follow?
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Survey shows wide support among Americans for COVID-19 worship restrictions
A recent Pew survey shows that Americans favor restrictions when it comes to worship services during the pandemic.
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Franciscan, volunteers help homeless in Bogota survive pandemic
Members of the Franciscan order in Columbia are assembling people and resources to help the homeless of Bogota during the pandemic.
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Citing Covid-19 economic toll, Newark closing five schools, merging three
“I recognize that this news is profoundly painful for our students and their families, teachers and principals, school communities, and those who support Catholic education, as well as for our archdiocesan community,” said Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin of Newark.