After threats from city, Catholic archbishop in SF agrees to obey coronavirus rules
One such gathering occurred last Saturday, where Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone convened about three dozen worshipers to lament what he called the "blasphemous" toppling of the controversial statue of Junipero Serra.
Pope Francis compares priests who defied pandemic safety measures to 'adolescents'
The pope noted that most priests were "obedient and creative" during the pandemic, but compared the defiance of some to the behavior of children.
Different faiths joining together to stand against racism
They may have different religious beliefs but that isn’t stopping droves of people from coming together to stand against inequality, racism and hate.
Trump deems houses of worship 'essential,' calls on governors to allow them to reopen
Trump said if governors don’t abide by his request, he will “override” them, though it’s unclear what authority he has to do so.
Houston-area priest dies, five members of his religious order test positive for COVID-19
A Houston-area priest has died as the Galveston-Houston Archdiocese announces five members of his religious order test positive for COVID-19.
Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston closes four Catholic schools
The schools served the Catholic community for generations, but in the last five years there has been a drastic drop in enrollment.
Self-described Florida 'church' ordered to stop selling coronavirus 'cure'
Prosecutors filed the motion in a South Florida court, requesting a temporary restraining order against the Genesis II Church of Health and Healing. The complaint argues that the “church” cures are dangerous and that the “church” is in fact a secular organization.
Families enjoy Easter weekend despite COVID-19 social distancing
FOX 26 Reporter Natalie Hee gives you a look at how Easter Sunday was celebrated by people physically separated.
FULL SERMON: Daniel Cardinal DiNardo at Saturday Night Easter Vigil Mass
Watch Daniel Cardinal DiNardo's full sermon from Saturday night's Easter Vigil Mass.
Kingwood neighborhood creates way to teach about Jesus’ journey
A Kingwood neighborhood created a way to tell the story of Jesus Christ during the Texas stay-at-home order.
L.A. Archbishop leads national moment of prayer asking for end of coronavirus pandemic
Los Angeles Archbishop Jose H. Gomez led a National Prayer of the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on Good Friday to ask for an end to the coronavirus pandemic.
Mexican mega-church leader charged with sex crimes remains jailed while awaiting court hearing
The leader of a Mexico-based evangelical megachurch remained behind bars Wednesday, one day after a state appeals court panel ordered a judge to dismiss a case charging him with rape and other sexual acts against children in Southern California.
Kanye, Mariah Carey & Tyler Perry to be part of Lakewood Church's Easter Sunday services
Among the special guests joining Joel Osteen remotely, are Kanye West and the Sunday Service Choir, who have been to Lakewood Church before.
Church vs. coronavirus: California pastor says stay-at-home orders violate freedom of religion
This is not the only coronavirus-vs.-church battle of its kind being waged.
Galveston-Houston Archdiocese cancels all public masses
The Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdiocese has suspended mass effective March 18. Churches are being allowed to stay open for individual and private prayer.
Cincinnati church wipes out $46.5 million in medical debt for 45,000 families
A megachurch in Cincinnati announced Sunday that it is paying off $46.5 million in medical debt for more than 45,000 families.
Vatican sued over accused pedophile priest from Conroe
Court documents say both were children were molested and sexually abused by Manuel Antonio La Rosa-Lopez of Sacred Heart Church in Conroe.
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.
Kanye West, The Sunday Service Choir to join Joel & Victoria Osteen at Yankee Stadium
“An Evening with Joel & Victoria Osteen featuring Kanye West & the Sunday Service Choir” will be held at Yankee Stadium on May 2, 2020. Tickets are being sold for $25.
Megachurch Pastor John Hagee's brother accused of sex assault
Televangelist and megachurch pastor John Hagee's spokesperson has confirmed his brother is accused sexual abuser Jack Hagee. Jack is accused of sexually abusing a child for eight years.