San Francisco priest says 'fear has replaced faith' and reports on COVID-19 are 'largely unreal'

Father Joseph Ilo also brought politics into the fray, noting that stoking fear about the deadly virus is raging during an election year. "Those who control the media have stated a vitriolic opposition to our incumbent president," he wrote. 

Paying it Forward: Unexpected twist as church rewards 2 in need
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Mahret Teku's friend, David Mitchell, nominated her for The Kingdom Church of Orlando's gift of $1,000. But this is a Paying it Forward story with an unexpected twist.

Vatican says bishops should report sex abuse to police

The Vatican issued a long-awaited manual for bishops and religious superiors on conducting in-house investigations into allegations of priests who rape and molest minors and vulnerable adults.

Fire rips through historic San Gabriel Mission

A four-alarm fire at the historic San Gabriel Mission demolished the 249-year-old structure's wooden roof and much of its interior early Saturday morning.  

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.

Church van stolen and used for crime spree, police say
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An Orlando church Bishop hopes to get his van back after it was stolen and taken on a crime spree, police say.

When religion sided with science: Medieval lessons for surviving COVID-19

The idea of prayer as a vital part of any response to COVID-19 might feel inappropriate or even irresponsible to some in a world that often views medicine and religion as polar opposites – one turning to science, the other to God.

Orange County mayor hosts virtual town hall with local churches

Churches are essential, according to the state’s guidelines, but Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings signed an executive order this month limiting in-person services to ten people or less. That was just a guideline.

Oviedo church pays off medical debts for 1,000 families

Step back in time to Christmas Eve 2019. That's when CrossLife Church in Oviedo set out on a million-dollar mission to pay off medical debt for every person in Oviedo.

Church paying off medical debt for families
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A Central Florida church is paying off the medical debt for 1,000 families. CrossLife Church has raised over one million dollars.

Church paying off medical bills for families
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A Central Florida church is paying off the medical debts for a thousand families. CrossLife Church has raised over a million dollars to help families in Oviedo, Chuluota, and part of Orlando.

Churches making changes for reopening amid COVID-19
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Churches are hoping to welcome back congregants soon, but things will be different for some regarding seating.