February 10, 2022 at 10:35 p.m.
Diocese lifts mask mandate for churches, offices
In keeping with the expiration of the mask mandate in most public places in New York State, the Diocese of Albany will no longer mandate that masks be worn in diocesan churches and offices, effective Feb. 10.
Extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion are strongly encouraged to continue to wear a mask during the distribution of Communion. Keep in mind that, in the event a city or county imposes a mask mandate, parishes are expected to act in accordance with applicable local law or regulation.
The Diocese of Albany will continue to follow the mask requirements for schools. Although not mandated, the faithful are more than welcome to wear masks out of concern for the health and safety of others. Parishes may continue to impose stricter requirements as they see fit.
The news comes one day after Governor Kathy Hochul lifted a statewide mask mandate as COVID-19 infections continue to drop across the state.
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