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In the holiest of days, some faith leaders urge followers to commune online; others choose to gather in person, without fear


April 10th, 2020
Sister Simone Campbell, Rabbi Sharon Brous and Muslim scholar Wajahat Ali joined Congressman James Clyburn, chair of the House Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis, this week to encourage practicing Christians, Jews and Muslims to worship at home to keep each other safe during the coronavirus pandemic.

Faith leaders urging people to worship at home during holy days this month want religious followers to “commune” by sharing observations on social media, such as #StayHomeStayHoly.

Sister Simone Campbell, Rabbi Sharon Brous and Muslim scholar Wajahat Ali joined Congressman James Clyburn, chair of the House Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis, this week to encourage practicing Christians, Jews and Muslims to worship at home to keep each other safe during the coronavirus pandemic.