Many of America’s faithful say it is time to return to church, but some governors continue to disagree

By Lindsey Van Ness
Pew Charitable Trusts
Gathering to pray feels more important than ever for many Americans of faith, as COVID-19 cases top 2 million in the United States and communities roil with anger about police brutality and systemic racism.
Yet many governors and city leaders still prohibit large religious gatherings, angering some clergy — even those who backed pandemic-related restrictions...