RNS Opening Budget—Monday, December 7, 2020

COVID-19 safety measures and social distancing have put a strain on many Catholic churches and parishes that have seen their already dwindling flock disappear. While many still hope things will go back to “normal,” one expert, […]

NEWS STORY
CATHOLICS-POSTCOVID: With pews emptied by COVID-19, Catholic researcher asks ‘What if they never come back?”
(RNS) — COVID-19 safety measures and social distancing have put a strain on many Catholic churches and parishes that have seen their already dwindling flock disappear. While many still hope things will go back to “normal,” one expert, Catholic Leadership Institute CEO Dan Celucci asks the tough question: “What if they never come back?” By Claire Giangravè. 1,130 words. (categories c,i)

COMMENTARY
RNS-REESE-OPED: Pope’s new book speaks to COVID crisis and beyond
(RNS) — In his new book, the pope says the pandemica has produced true martyrs — “men and women who have laid down their lives in service to those most in need” — but has also exposed malefactors who have preyed on the suffering of others. By Thomas Reese. 950 words. (category: k)