Religiosity a ‘buffer’ against pandemic stresses, survey says
Susie Dickman of Batesville, Ind., prays after receiving holy Communion at St. Louis Church May 23, 2020. (CNS photo/Katie Rutter)
By Kurt Jensen • Catholic News Service • Posted May 28, 2021
WASHINGTON (CNS) The COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on participation in religious services just as it did on workplaces, but a new survey indicates strong emotional resilience from those who consider their faith vital to their existence.
That was part of the findings of a survey conducted late last year of 1,600 adults, mostly from Washington, Maryland and Virginia. Nearly 40% of the respondents identified as Catholic.
The competition, which will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 5, 2021, will be held at Christ Church, 112 Charles Street in La Plata, MD. This year’s seven contestants will perform a recital before a distinguished panel of judges.
The Minister of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology (MoTE), Dr. Douglas Letsholathebe, announces the appointment of Prof. Sheila Dinotshe
Professor Sheila Tlou is the new BOU Chancellor
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Former Minister of Health, Professor Sheila Tlou, has been appointed the new Chancellor of Botswana Open University, taking over from former Vice President, Ponatshego Kedikilwe.
The appointment of Professor Tlou was announced by Minister of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology (MoTE), Dr. Douglas Letsholathebe.
“The appointment was made by His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Botswana, Dr. M. E. K. Masisi and is effective from May 2021 to April 2026. Professor Tlou replaces Dr. PHK Kedikilwe, who retired as Chancellor at the end of 2020. Professor Tlou has been a trail blazer in many respects and brings to her role a wealth of knowledge, experience, and wisdom,” said Dr Letsholathebe in a statement.