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As hard times descend, Project HOME still caring ‘for the least of these’
Philadelphia's premier organization for service to chronically homeless persons faces new challenges from coronavirus restrictions and rising joblessness.
Vatican confirms pope does not have COVID-19
Neither Pope Francis nor his closest aides have the COVID-19 virus, said a spokesman. A monsignor who tested positive for the virus was unlikely to have had contact with the pope.
COVID-19 not God’s judgment, but call to live differently, pope says
Addressing God at a prayer service for a global audience March 27, the pope said this time of pandemic is "a time to get our lives back on track with regard to you, Lord, and to others." See a video.
Distraught, determined Little Sisters of the Poor cope with coronavirus
The Jeanne Jugan Residence in Newark, Delaware, run by the sisters endured a difficult day when a longtime resident, an 86-year-old man with Philadelphia roots, died after testing positive for the coronavirus.
Website now receiving donations for U.S. parishes, schools, ministries
A New Orleans-based fundraiser activated its nationwide platform indefinitely to address "the looming financial crisis to our parishes, dioceses and other Catholic institutions" due to coronavirus.
Nurse sees hardships, joys of caring for most vulnerable during pandemic
Director of Nursing Angela Babcock relies on her faith to juggle the ordinary struggles of the men with intellectual disabilities at Divine Providence Village, all the more so during the coronavirus crisis.
Daily routines of Catholic education in archdiocese go on despite pandemic
Led by an archdiocesan task force, teachers and administrators are sharing best practices for educating Catholic students at home, and praying with them, during the coronavirus crisis.
Pope thanks those who help, pray for vulnerable during pandemic
Pope Francis expressed his gratitude to the many men and women who have been inspired by the Lord to help the poor, the sick and the elderly during the coronavirus pandemic.
Website offers resources for Catholics amid COVID-19 pandemic
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has posted numerous ways for Catholics to find nationally broadcast Masses and devotions, printed Scripture reflections, prayers and more.
What is a plenary indulgence?
An indulgence, which Pope Francis will grant to those who who hear him today online, is not a quick ticket to heaven but rather an aid for the real conversion that leads to eternal happiness.