With state order allowing places of worship to resume services, rabbinical body urges caution both among government officials and Jewish congregations

Williamsburg congregants escorted from site by authorities after breaking regulations against gatherings in places of worship

Synagogues, mosques and churches reopen under strict distancing and hygiene requirements; Western Wall foundation announces raffle for entry permits during Shavuot

Synagogues, mosques and churches will be able to operate at 50% capacity with worshippers keeping at least 2 meters (yards) apart and wearing masks

David Lau sends letter to Netanyahu decrying fact that malls, beaches and restaurants are returning to normal, but not places of worship

Outgoing economy minister confirms Health Ministry has agreed cafes will begin operations soon, reportedly by end of the week

With beaches packed and schools reopening, many have questioned the continued closure of houses of worship, which served as major vector for spread of COVID-19

Having sung for years at LA's Ahavat Torah synagogue, Gary Levine has had to adapt to the times, learning to accompany his prayers on the piano

JVocals website brings together singers of all theological stripes for Yom Haatzmaut arrangement

With virtual prayer requiring no commute, more seek spiritual solace to help deal with the stress of a pandemic -- and, rabbis say, some folks just have more time on their hands