News of postponements, cancellations and closings (churches, synagogues, mosques and other faith-based institutions: contact us to get a notice placed here):

From the Catholic Archdiocese of Baltimore:

Archbishop [Edwin F.] O'Brien is reminding Catholics in the Archdiocese of Baltimore that Church law excuses them from fulfilling the Sunday obligation to attend Mass due to a grave cause, such as unsafe travel due to severe weather conditions.

Those who cannot safely attend Mass are encouraged to listen to the Sunday radio Mass on WBAL-AM 1090 at 9:30 a.m. or watch the TV Mass on the Eternal Word Television Network. Check www.ewtn.com for listings.

From the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland:

Many of the Diocesan Center employees will be working from home Friday, Feb. 5, and will be checking e-mail and voicemail messages from home. The Diocesan Center will close at 12 p.m.

Clergy and Parish Leaders: In the event of a major snowstorm you might decide to cancel Sunday services. Here are some tips to help spread the word about your church's decision.

Church members and clergy: Here are some things you can do when church is closed ...

Individual houses of worship:

New Hope Community Church, Pikesville: all weekend activities cancelled