Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Church of England Suspends Public Worship over Coronavirus Reuters LONDON - The Church of England said on Tuesday it would suspend public worship to slow the spread of the coronavirus, although churches would remain open for prayer if possible. "Our life is going to be less characterized by attendance at church on Sunday, and more characterized by the prayer and service we offer each day," the Archbishops of Canterbury and York, JustinWelbyand John Sentamu, wrote in a letter to clergy. PA Media said church weddings and funerals would continue. .