President Trump Sides With Churches Asserting A Right To Reopen
Trump declares houses of worship "essential" and warns governors not to oppose his instruction that they be allowed to reopen.
Religion
Some Religious Leaders Vow To Have In-Person Services Despite Government Orders
Some religious leaders around the country keep saying they will reopen their churches despite government orders, and the Trump Administration is now siding with those churches.
A Daughter Bakes A New Connection With Family During Ramadan
At home in Ohio during the pandemic, photographer Eslah Attar is using newfound family time to learn from her mother and sister how to bake traditional desserts ahead of Eid al-Fitr.
Archdiocese Of Detroit Allows Parishioners To Attend Mass In-Person
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Rev. Stephen Pullis about the decision made by the Archdiocese of Detroit to allow parishioners to attend public mass in-person again.
'Things Will Never Be The Same.' How The Pandemic Has Changed Worship
The closure of churches due to the coronavirus could have long-lasting effects on congregations. Some people say they have become more connected with their faith, while others may be drifting away.
Muslims Celebrate Ramadan Virtually As Pandemic Restricts Large Gatherings
Ramadan during the coronavirus pandemic has meant Muslims abandoning traditions of dinner gatherings and evening prayers at mosques. But many communities have taken celebrations online.
Houses Of Worship Around The Country Are Struggling To Reopen
The closure of churches due to the coronavirus could have long-lasting effects congregations. Some people say they became more connected with their faith, and others may be drifting away.
Detroit Priest Uses Squirt Gun To Enforce Social Distancing
He sprays holy water at parishioners. Photos show him wearing a mask, face shield and gloves as he aims the squirt gun into cars that pull up. He came up with the idea to make social distancing fun.
For Some, Zoom Bar And Bat Mitzvahs Highlight 'Most Meaningful And Memorable Moments'
This spring, congregations are reimagining how to celebrate bar and bat mitzvahs in light of the coronavirus pandemic. Some of these Jewish coming of age ceremonies are going online.
Lawsuit Filed To Block Cooper's Orders On Churches
Conservative Christian leaders sued Gov. Roy Cooper on Thursday, asking a court to throw out his restrictions on indoor religious services in North Carolina during the COVID-19 pandemic.