Coronavirus fears lead Holy Land Catholic churches to give communion by hand only

Roman Catholic authorities in Jerusalem have instructed their priests to give co...

Catholic Diocese of Charlotte writes letter addressing coronavirus

Catholic Diocese of Charlotte writes letter addressing coronavirus

Catholic churches in Holy Land to give communion by hand due to coronavirus

Coronavirus updates: Five die in Washington state; Catholic diocese of San Bernardino allows 'liturgical restrictions'

The diocese is allowing parishes to modify traditions. The action comes as the number of new cases of coronavirus has grown in California and nationwide.

Catholic diocese of San Bernardino allows traditions to be modified amid coronavirus concerns

The diocese is allowing parishes to modify traditions. The action comes as the number of new cases of coronavirus has grown in California and nationwide.

Diocese of Manchester not making any changes to Mass yet in response to coronavirus concerns

Coronavirus caution: Cleveland Catholic Diocese urges church-goers to take new measures at mass; Beachwood schools cancel trip to Italy

Catholic Diocese of Memphis speaks on coronavirus concerns regarding communion

Bishop Talley wrote as Mid-Southerners fear illness from coronavirus, it would be prudent to only offer bread for communion skipping the shared cup.

Catholic Churches Making Difficult Changes Due To Coronavirus Concerns

STERLING HEIGHTS (WWJ) - It'll be tough, one leader says, but they need to be smart. Local Catholic churches are making some difficult choices and changes due to concerns over the new Coronavirus, COVID-19. In emails sent to area priests and Catholic schools, Archdiocese of Detroit leadership asks that parishioners not attend mass if they're sick or have flu-like symptoms, and noted that certain elements of the mass may also be modified. Deacon...

Windsor Catholic high school cancels Euro trip over coronavirus fears

Approximately 25 St. Thomas of Villanova Catholic High School students were scheduled to travel to Italy and Greece between March 11 and March 21. 

Coronavirus leads Chicago-area Catholic churches to change Mass practices

CHICAGO - As hospitals, schools and businesses prepare to deal with the spread of coronavirus, the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago released guidelines for parishioners concerned about the potential spread of the disease. Effective immediately, all priests, deacons, altar servers and ministers in parishes in the archdiocese must wash their hands before the beginning of Mass. Those distributing ...

Roman Catholic Diocese of Lafayette offers changes for Mass with threat of coronavirus

"As shepherd of our Diocese, I remind you of the teaching of the Catechism that is not sinful to miss Mass when one is sick," Deshotel said.

Saginaw Diocese taking precautions during coronavirus outbreak

Bishop Robert Gruss says parishioners with flu-like symptoms should stay home.

Coronavirus: Lancaster Catholic Diocese bans hymn books

The Catholic church in Lancashire introduces measures to "reduce possible transmission" of the virus.

Catholic Church concerned about the high risk of coronavirus in Bangladesh

For bishops, the country’s poverty and large population are a source of major concern. “We have sent brochures to priests so that during their Sunday homily, they can explain to people how they can protect themselves,” says a health professional.

Coronavirus: Catholic Bishops in Ghana places ban on handshakes communion on the tongue

The Catholic Bishops in Ghana have directed the Clergy and lay faithful of the church to avoid handshakes and embracing one another during the Sign of Peace.