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During virus crisis, Pope observes usual Ash Wednesday customs

Neither the priests nor the faithful wore face masks, but Rome has largely been spared the virus as Italy’s national case count grew to 400.

LDS temple in Utah closed for renovations

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has officially closed its temple in St. George for renovations that will take at least a few years to complete.

Percentage of Americans with no religious affiliation grows

The portion of Americans with no religious affiliation is rising significantly, in tandem with a sharp drop in the percentage that identifies as Christians.

Pope stuck in Vatican elevator until rescue

“First of all I must excuse myself for being late. I was blocked in an elevator for 25 minutes,” Pope Francis said.

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