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Diocese of Scranton public masses to resume in opening counties

Masses can resume in parishes in 'yellow' counties beginning May 18.

Credit: WNEP

SCRANTON, Pa. — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Scranton is allowing public masses to gradually resume in four counties that are transitioning to the yellow phase of Pennsylvania's reopening plan

Bishop Joseph Bambera announced Friday that public masses will be allowed to gradually resume for parishes in Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, and Tioga Counties starting on May 18.

Only a limited number of parishioners will be allowed at each mass, masks will be required, and social distancing will be practiced.

More details are posted on the Diocese of Scranton website.

Bishop Bambera on gradual reopening of parishes in Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan & Tioga Counties
Bishop Bambera's Message on the gradual reopening of parishes in Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan & Tioga Counties Detailed Liturgical Norms for Yellow Phase with Gradual Re-Opening: https://www.dioceseofscranton.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Detailed-Liturgical-Norms-for-Yellow-Phase-with-Gradual-Re-Opening.pdf Ongoing Liturgical Norms for Red Phase with Stay at Home Orders: https://www.dioceseofscranton.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Ongoing-Liturgical-Norms-for-Red-Phase-with-Stay-at-Home-Orders.pdf Workbook to Assist Pastors and Parish Leadership Teams to Prepare for Gradual Return to On-Site Ministry and Worship: https://www.dioceseofscranton.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/How-To-Workook-for-Parish-Teams-Finalx.pdf
Posted by Diocese of Scranton on Friday, May 8, 2020

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