Today, Tuesday, May 25, as a result of conflicting proposals coming from both federal and state sources, the Archdiocese clarified our procedures for re-opening our parish churches.
At the present time, churches are open only for private prayer.
Because of our previously announced plan for Confessions this coming Saturday, May 30, and our ability here at St. Joseph’s to assure social distancing, I will still hear confessions as planned.
However, all other kinds of church-related rituals are still suspended. In the coming days, the Archdiocese anticipates releasing a set of start-dates for various liturgies. These start dates will take into account the differences between “upstate” and “city,” between large and small congregations.
I apologize for the confusion I myself may have caused and ask your patience and indulgence as we move forward.
Fr. Pete