
The Catholic Church Battles to Fill the Pews
After the pandemic lockdown ‘broke the habit’ of Mass attendance for millions of U.S. Catholics, dioceses across the country have waged a battle to bring them back ‘one by one.’
After the pandemic lockdown ‘broke the habit’ of Mass attendance for millions of U.S. Catholics, dioceses across the country have waged a battle to bring them back ‘one by one.’
It is important for the leaders and faithful of the Church to take this time to examine the impact of the pandemic on Catholic life.
Catholic Schools Expect Another Year of Gains Post-Pandemic
The district also has revised its religious exemption form to include a section specific to the COVID-19 vaccine.
The contrasting handling of the cases of Bishop Daniel Fernández Torres of Arecibo, Puerto Rico and Bishop Richard Stika of Knoxville, Tennessee have prompted calls for more transparency and more coherent standards for disciplining bishops.
Family networks, schools, and local communities are crucial to combat pornography and to help heal the wounds of those addicted, Pope Francis said.
The Sunday Mass obligation is now reinstated.
The restrictions were extended to the end of May, according to a decree from the Vatican’s secretary of state.
The Holy See has chosen not to follow the lead of many EU countries, including Italy, that are already easing their COVID-19 restrictions.
Only relatively small numbers have arrived so far compared to pre-pandemic numbers, but their presence provides cautious optimism for the tourist-dependent local Christian community.
Subscriber Service CenterAlready a subscriber? Renew or manage your subscription here.
SubscribeStart your Register subscription today.
Subscribe NowSign up for 6 Free IssuesTry us out with a free trial subscription.
Order NowGive a Gift SubscriptionBless friends, family or clergy with a gift of the Register.
Order NowOrder Bulk SubscriptionsGet a discount on 6 or more copies sent to your parish, organization or school.
Order NowSign-up for E-NewsletterGet Register Updates sent daily or weeklyto your inbox.
Sign Up