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- As many churches as possible will offer “Confession” (Sacrament of Penance) in as
on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, beginning at 5:00 PM. Read Archbishop Aymond's letter online here. - Schools are reopening on campus and virtually for Fall 2020. Read Superintendent Dr. RaeNell Houston's statement on reopening online here.
- Masks or face coverings are now required in all churches.
- In Phase 2, churches may open at 50% capacity, and in New Orleans with a cap of attendance at 250 people. Social distancing is required.
- As we begin Phase 1 in Louisiana, churches may open at 25% capacity beginning May 15. Social distancing must be followed and masks are recommended. The dispensation from the obligation remains in effect.
- Following Governor John Bel Edwards guidance, outdoor services may be held at Catholic churches in the Archdiocese of New Orleans Mother's Day weekend (May 9-10).
- Archbishop Aymond has announced that all Holy Week Masses and liturgies will be "private" this year.
- Archbishop Aymond has designated Friday, March 27 as a Day of Prayer and Fasting for an end to the Coronavirus Pandemic.
- In a March 16, 2020 letter addressed to the clergy, religious, and laity, Archbishop Gregory Aymond announced the cancellation of all public Masses, the upcoming Evenings of Confession, Stations of the Cross, and other gatherings at churches effective immediately. This is to encourage the faithful to comply with the instructions of President Trump and Governor Edwards. Both reduced the recommended number of people to gather in light of the spread of COVID-19.
- A letter released March 13, 2020 had announced a 30-day dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass.
- As many churches as possible will offer “Confession” (Sacrament of Penance) in as
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Coronavirus News from the Clarion Herald