Religion and Politics

U.S. Worshippers Grapple with Virus Burdens Others Have Borne

The Associated Press’s David Crary reports that churches across the country have made changes to communion due to the coronavirus outbreak. In new measures to prevent the spread of the virus, many Catholic dioceses are no longer serving wine during communion and are advising parishioners to stay home if they are sick. “Thus far, there’s been no indication of any widespread cancellations of worship services,” writes Crary, although psychologist Jamie Aten advises faith leaders to prepare for such cancellations.

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