Bishop – Dispensation Decree
Update - May 3, 2021
Cessation of the Dispensation due to COVID-19
Effective May 24, 2021
Bishop
Father Bill (Summary)
Bishop
Father Bill (Summary)
END OF THE DISPENSATION FROM ATTENDING MASS ON SUNDAYS AND HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION – 2021 Message
On May 3rd, Bishop Raica issued a decree confirming that when the current Dispensation from attending Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation expires on May 24th, it will not be renewed. There are those who may be excused from the obligation for a serious reason:
- Being advised by a medical doctor that it is not safe for you to participate in public activities.
- Experiencing a high amount of mental distress over the prospect of returning to public activities.
- Having symptoms of COVID-19 or another serious/contagious illness.
- Caring for an infant or someone who has a serious illness.
If you have any questions about how this decree applies to you, please ask Father Bill.
