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Diocesan Policy regarding the mandatory use of face coverings

31/7/2020

 
In response to by-laws being passed by regions and municipalities requiring face coverings in public, the diocese has issued a policy effective for all parishes in the Diocese of St. Catharines from July 31 until October 1, 2020. unless extended.
For parishes in the Niagara Region, the wearing of face coverings is mandatory for those five years old and older who enter the church for any public gathering including Masses, funerals, weddings (excluding the bride and groom) and other liturgies.

Face coverings are to fit securely to the head and be large enough to completely and comfortably cover the mouth, nose and chin without gaping.

Face coverings are to be removed for the reception of Communion. Those who wish to receive Communion on the tongue are asked to approach the priest after others have received Communion.

For those unable to wear a face covering, the by-law does not require them to disclose the reason for their exemption. If a person’s inability to wear a face covering is related to a serious condition, it may be advisable for them to remain home during the pandemic.

Those who declare an exemption are not to be denied entry. Parishes may have special designated seating for those unable to wear a face covering, if this is considered appropriate.

No one will be denied entry into a church if they fail to comply. Any individual, or any parent/guardian of a minor child who does not comply with the Diocesan Policy and the mandatory face covering by-law will be solely responsible for any penalty or fine that might be levied by the Municipality or County for non-compliance.

More information on face coverings from the Regional Municipality of Niagara:
niagararegion.ca/health/covid-19/mask-bylaw.aspx
Full text of the face covering by-law for the Regional Municipality of Niagara:
niagararegion.ca/government/bylaws/pdf/by-law-2020-46-face-covering.pdf
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St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church
4673 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, Ontario CANADA L2E 4B8
(905) 354-7451 email: stpatrick1895@hotmail.com
Sunday Masses: Saturday (Vigil) 5:00 p.m., Sunday 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.