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March 17, 2020A dispensation from the diocesan Bishop releases Catholics from fulfilling their Sunday obligation (Mass). Since public Masses are cancelled in the Archdiocese of New Orleans until further notice, this means that if you live in the Archdiocese of New Orleans, the right thing to do is to stay home for your safety and the safety of others. Though there is a sadness for not being able to participate fully at Mass, one should not feel guilty for not going to Mass. You have a free conscience to stay home. Catholics are encouraged to offer up their sickness or pastoral care for the sake of those who are seriously ill and for those who have died.
Remember you can watch the Mass live at 12:05 pm Monday through Friday and 11 am on Sunday on WLAE-TV or at thedailymass.com. Many local church parishes are offering virtual Mass and opportunities for virtual prayer. Continue to check the Facebook page of the Archdiocese of New Orleans for the latest information.
Credit Archdiocese of Washington, https://adw.org/