Photo: Tom Williams (via Reuters) Public Masses across England, Wales and Scotland have been suspended indefinitely amid the coronavirus outbreak.
The bishops’ conference of England and Wales announced last week that, as of March 20, there will be no public acts of worship.
However, they said that churches would remain open for private prayer.
“During these disturbing and threatening times, the rhythm of the prayer of the Church will continue. Please play your part in it,” said the bishops of England and Wales.
“The effort of daily kindness and mutual support for all will continue and increase. Please play your part in this too.
“For your commitment to this, we thank you.”
Obligation
Catholics are dispensed from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass for the duration of these measures.
Bishops have encouraged the Faithful to watch the live-streaming of Mass and make a spiritual communion.
The Scottish bishops also announced that public Masses will be suspended as of March 19, but that churches would remain open.