ERIE — Bishop Lawrence Persico announced Friday that individuals are no longer required to wear a mask when in church, but urged the non-vaccinated to continue to do so.
The use of servers, lectors, musicians and choirs is now permitted.
Many pastors are reporting a significant increase in the numbers of people who are returning to Mass in person now that they have been vaccinated. It is essential for the public to be aware that even as restrictions are being eased, the dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday and holy day Masses remains in place.
Parishes are encouraged to continue to livestream Mass whenever feasible.
The full decree can be found on the diocesan website at www.eriercd.org/bishop/decrees.html under the “Particular Law” listing.
