Worries over virus prompt changes in many worship services

A rising number of churches across the United States are making changes in response to the coronavirus outbreak, including a decision by numerous Catholic dioceses to suspend the serving of wine during Communion.

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston suspends Communion due to coronavirus

The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is suspending the distribution of Holy Communion from the chalice and will distribute only under the form of the host until further notice. 

Pope Francis sick for second day

Pope Francis canceled his official audiences Friday after apparently coming down with a cold.

Diocese of Buffalo files for bankruptcy protection

The embattled Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo filed for bankruptcy protection Friday, taking another major step in its effort to recover from a clergy misconduct scandal that‘s been the basis for hundreds of lawsuits, Vatican intervention and the resignation of its bishop.

After lengthy debate, Bible bill passes in West Virginia House

Delegates passed House Bill 4780 that would allow classes about the Bible to be taught in schools across the state.

Caution, cancellations mark Ash Wednesday in time of coronavirus

The Vatican was going ahead with plans for Pope Francis to celebrate the Ash Wednesday ritual kicking off the Catholic Church's Lenten season, but elsewhere in Italy Masses were canceled over fears of the new coronavirus and other Catholic countries took precautions.

Hero in Hanukkah attack declining $20K reward over Zionism

An Orthodox Jewish man credited as a hero for attacking a knife-wielding man who stabbed five people during a Hanukkah celebration north of New York City is refusing to take a $20,000 reward from established Jewish groups because he considers them Zionists, according to a rabbi who knows him.

Christian sues Postal Service over Sunday work shifts

A former Pennsylvania mail carrier says the U.S. Postal Service violated his rights by requiring him to work Sundays.

Bishop responds after priest says abortion worse than pedophilia, which 'doesn't kill anyone'

A Roman Catholic bishop in Rhode Island responded to the controversy created by a priest who said abortion is worse than pedophilia and later sought to clarify his comments.

Chino Hills church making rosaries to present to Kobe Bryant’s church

Parishioners at a church in Chino Hills are going the extra step to help people grieve over the death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant.  

New Jersey dioceses push victims fund deadline to Feb. 29

New Jersey's Roman Catholic dioceses have given a two-week extension to childhood victims of sexual assault considering filing for compensation from a fund the church set up, the account's co-administrator said Friday.

Pastor A.R. Bernard on forgiveness [Finding Faith]
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Pastor A.R. Bernard, the founder of the Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn, has been preaching and counseling for 30 years. He talked to FOX 5 NY about forgiveness.

Officials: Church worker paid for wedding with stolen funds

A church's financial manager stole more than $500,000 to pay for her wedding and many other personal expenses, authorities said.

Polygamists may not face jail time under Utah bill

A Utah state lawmaker says it’s time to remove the threat of jail time for otherwise law-abiding polygamists.

Religious freedom group objects to Navy's Christian talks

An organization that advocates for the religious freedom of military members requested Friday that the commander of Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island investigate those responsible for promoting a discussion series that urges Navy personnel to "Lead like Jesus."