Why Religious Congregations May Be Crucial to Halting the Spread of COVID-19

Why Religious Congregations May Be Crucial to Halting the Spread of COVID-19

Abstract

(RNS) — Nearly 120 million Americans attend religious services at least once a week, according to the Pew Research Center, and as many as 50% of Americans belong to some religious organization. Based on my research on our religious communities, I believe that even with their doors closed, religious organizations can still be vital partners in transmitting accurate scientific information. ...