Faith Leaders Move Services Online Ahead of Winter Storm

Faith leaders move services online ahead of winter storm

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) - Even before the winter storm arrived in the Tri-State, churches made the decision early to cancel in-person services or worship remotely. Among them, Bible Center Church in Charleston prioritized the safety of its congregation in making the early call. We spoke with the Executive Pastor Troy Thornton, who says, with roads [...]

Ohio Valley churches cancel services ahead of winter storm

OHIO VALLEY — Several churches in the Ohio Valley have announced service cancellations as a winter storm is expected to bring hazardous travel conditions and dangerously cold temperatures to the region. West Virginia Church Cancellations for Sunday January 25 Brooke County: Hancock County: Marshall County: Ohio County: Ohio Belmont County: Jefferson County: Church leaders say [...]

Diocese of Youngstown releases statement on winter storm

Bishop David J. Bonnar of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown has released a statement addressing questions about Mass during tomorrow's predicted winter storm.

Bishop Bonnar issues statement on Holy Mass, weather

The Diocese of Youngstown released the following statement on Saturday. “A Message from Bishop David J. Bonnar Regarding Holy Mass this Sunday “The winter storm warning forecasted for this weekend has prompted questions regarding the obligation to attend Holy Mass. “The Code of Canon Law of the Catholic Church (Canon 1247) states that on Sundays and other Holy Days of obligation the faithful are obliged to participate in Holy Mass. However, the …