Lawrence Wright's new thriller deals with the effects of a killer pandemic.

Most of the closures are occurring at the elementary level, but also on the list are a number of venerable and beloved high schools including some that produced some famous alumni.

It is not uncommon to see a Tesla or a Lexus among the cars in line for food donations at parishes in the diocese.

A "thicker conception" of the common good is needed and is precisely what Catholic social teaching can contribute to the public conversation.

The gradual opening of churches or planned openings -- with limits on congregation size -- have for the most part come as cities and states announce a gradual reopening of a variety of what they deem as "nonessential" public and private entities, including churches, as the threat of COVID-19 has subsided.

The opportunity to return to Mass -- with restrictions -- since May 18, and the need for ongoing vigilance to control the COVID-19 pandemic have combined in Italy to create a situation in which some people rushed back to Mass and others were convinced it was too soon to be safe.