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Suspension of Catholic Masses, liturgies extended through May 29

The Catholic Diocese of Youngstown is inviting all to attend two Masses for Life in January. (Photo by William D. Lewis)
The Catholic Diocese of Youngstown is inviting all to attend two Masses for Life in January. (Photo by William D. Lewis)

YOUNGSTOWN — Catholic bishops in Ohio are extending the temporary suspension of all publicly celebrated Masses and liturgies through May 29.

Bishop George V. Murry of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown is again dispensing the Catholic faithful from the obligation of attending Sunday Mass during this time.

Over the next few weeks, Diocese of Youngstown personnel will be working toward reasonable, gradual and responsible initiatives for welcoming back the faithful to Sunday Mass, according to a news release.

This story was originally published April 29, 2020 at 4:26 AM with the headline "Suspension of Catholic Masses, liturgies extended through May 29."