The justices block Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s pandemic restrictions on houses of worship, the first evidence of Chief Justice John Roberts’ diminishing role.
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Pandemic ‘final bullet’ for Hallowell Episcopal church, closing under financial strain
The Rev. Jack Fles said the coronavirus pandemic was the final bullet for the church, which has a congregation of about 35 people.
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Commentary: McCarrick report must be the Catholic Church’s #MeToo moment
The explosive inquiry leaves the strong impression that allegations of exploiting young adults weren’t treated as seriously as the abuse of minors.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Time for Myanmar’s fallen icon of democracy to reverse course
If Aung San Suu Kyi wants to be a true leader, she must recognize the rights of the Rohingya minority to be full citizens.
Posted inMaine, Religion and Values
The preacher and the plague
The Rev. Todd Bell continues to flout public health measures aimed at keeping the pandemic in check. His backstory helps explain why.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Let’s stay united as Mainers amid our religious, political differences
We can commit to actively protecting the right to vote by pledging to ‘defend democracy faithfully.’
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Politicians embracing lockdown tactics should have to ‘show their work’
Before placing limitations on houses of worship or schools, there should be proof that they are enabling transmission.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Insight: Religious rivalry in Maine history
In 1854, an Ellsworth mob tarred and feathered Catholic priest John Bapst, as part of a dispute over which translation of the Bible children should read in public schools.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Amy Coney Barrett’s religion won’t dictate her rulings
If a person of faith commits himself or herself to the mandated oath, that person will commit to following the Constitution and U.S. law.
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Police to probe whether Oakland church violated pandemic guidelines with weekend crowds
Vehicles, many with out-of-state plates, packed the Kingdom Life Church parking lot on High Street in Oakland on Friday and Saturday nights, possibly violating state pandemic guidelines.