SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Bishop Thomas John Paprocki of the Diocese of Springfield announced all public masses and liturgical celebrations will be …

SPRINGFIELD — Bishop Thomas John Paprocki on Saturday said Catholics are "dispensed from their obligation" to attend Sunday Mass until further notice because of the coronavirus. (WWLP) – On Friday, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Springfield announced that all masses and other activities are suspended due to the threat of coronavirus. Call or email us.

Churches must remain closed. SPRINGFIELD, Mass.

(WWLP) – The Springfield Roman Catholic Diocese has initiated safety precautions for churchgoers during ongoing coronavirus concerns. According to a spokesperson, the parking lot of a building at 1227 S. Seventh St. is being set up to provide routine labwork to patients who wish to avoid going into the health care provider's buildings. SPRINGFIELD, Mass. Many parishes of … Can’t find what you are looking for?

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Liturgical and Faith Life Changes due to Coronavirus in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois Last updated May 28, 2020 Given the unprecedented developments related to the Novel Coronavirus, our shared faith life in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois has undergone significant change and will continue to be adapted as circumstances unfold.

Springfield Clinic is not operating COVID-19 testing but is expanding its capacity for routine services outside of its buildings. This includes baptisms, funerals, weddings and ALL drive-up events, including confessions and adorations. All churches in the diocese have been shuttered for two months after Bishop Mitchell Rozanski ordered them closed to prevent the coronavirus from spreading. COVID-19 Updated diocesan directive FROM – Bishop Mitchell Rozanski Masses and church buildings All public Masses, services and parish events- with the exception of Take & Eat- are suspended until further notice. Location 1615 West Washington St. Springfield, IL 62702.