Bishops of England and Wales to UK Faithful: As COVID-19 Weakens, It Is Time for Catholics to Return to Mass
The Sunday Mass obligation is now reinstated.
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Cardinal Parolin Extends Vatican’s COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
The restrictions were extended to the end of May, according to a decree from the Vatican’s secretary of state.
Cardinal Parolin Orders All Vatican Vaccine Mandates to Remain in Place
The Holy See has chosen not to follow the lead of many EU countries, including Italy, that are already easing their COVID-19 restrictions.
Holy Week in the Holy Land: Return of Pilgrims Is a Welcome Sight
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.
Will an Italian Convent be Closed for Opposition to COVID-19 Vaccines?
According to Mother Caterina, there is no other explanation for the closure than the refusal of the five remaining sisters to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Urbi et Orbi 2 Years Later: Pope Francis Prays for an End to the Pandemic in an Empty St. Peter’s Square
‘Why are you afraid? Have you no faith?’
Sister Dede’s Medical License Restored, After Temporary Religious Exemption From Vaccine Mandate for Health Care Workers
After she sued Washington, D.C., reprieve was granted — but it doesn’t resolve all of the issues raised in her lawsuit.
Sister Dede Byrne Sues Washington Over COVID Vaccine Mandate for Health Care Workers
Religious freedom is protected under the law regardless of the popularity of the belief that is infringed.
Washington Archdiocese Drops School Mask Requirement in DC
Because the archdiocese has schools located both inside and outside the city, it was able to lift the mask mandate in its Maryland schools in February.
Ash Wednesday Reset: Dioceses Prepare for More Typical Lenten Observance
While mindful of COVID protocols, plans are underway for pre-pandemic events and norms.
