Archbishop William Lori announced Saturday that all public Masses are canceled until further notice, in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Lori said he made the decision based on the latest update from state health officials. “My highest priority is the safety and welfare of the people of God of this Archdiocese," Lori said. “I take this step with great sadness, but also with wholehearted determination that we continue to provide for the spiritual well-being of the faithful at a time when their faith is most needed.”Lori will celebrate a private Mass at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen at 11 a.m. Sunday. A livestream of the Mass, along with other spiritual resources, will be available through their website.This story will be updated.

Archbishop William Lori announced Saturday that all public Masses are canceled until further notice, in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Lori said he made the decision based on the latest update from state health officials.


“My highest priority is the safety and welfare of the people of God of this Archdiocese," Lori said. “I take this step with great sadness, but also with wholehearted determination that we continue to provide for the spiritual well-being of the faithful at a time when their faith is most needed.”

Lori will celebrate a private Mass at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen at 11 a.m. Sunday.

A livestream of the Mass, along with other spiritual resources, will be available through their website.

This story will be updated.





