Three moral tests — truth, unity and solidarity — are not only religiously required but also practical and essential criteria for our reopening to a safer and healthier world. And these three biblical principles — truth, unity and solidarity — are now essential tests for
If the coronavirus is a test of our collective character, some American Christians are flat-out flunking.
The innocuous “How are you?” at the start of a conversation — to which the socially agreed-upon response is “I’m good,” “I’m fine,” or “I’m doing well”— hits differently in the COVID-19 era.
The novel coronavirus is pressing painfully on the soft underbelly of U.S. houses of worship: their finances. About a third of all congregations have no savings, according to the 2018-2019 National Congregations Study.
A conservative law firm launched a “ReOpen Church Sunday” initiative this week, calling on churches to begin gathering in person again despite reports of the deadly novel coronavirus being spread during worship services.
As significant racial disparities emerge in the impact of coronavirus in the United States, some black Baptist leaders say it demonstrates the preexisting racial and economic inequalities in our society.
A federal judge on Wednesday said he will deny a bid by three Southern California churches to hold in-person church services during the pandemic, saying that government's emergency powers trump what in normal times would be fundamental constitutional rights.
While church lockdowns remain the norm in much of the country, parish management and ministry professionals say now is the time for parishes and dioceses to find ways to creatively keep the faithful engaged when the weekslong coronavirus hibernation ends.
Should we reopen the economy to help the majority or protect the lives of the vulnerable by remaining in lockdown? One answer to that question -- letting a minority suffer so that the majority may benefit -- is known as utilitarianism. And it's one of the
An ancient question loomed over Queen Elizabeth II's recent remarks: Where is God during this global pandemic that threatens the lives and futures of millions of people? It's crucial that journalists see the personal faith issues in this crisis, rather than thinking in "impersonal" terms