With news of major outbreaks of and even deaths from influenza (the flu) these past few weeks, thought it best to post a couple of informative reminders addressing the liturgical implications of the transmission of dangerous pathogens.
Although created a few years ago with the outbreak of H1N1, the USCCB published a helpful Q & A on the flu and the liturgy.
Around that same time, the then Archbishop of Seattle, Alex J. Brunett also sent a memo to the priests and pastoral coordinators of the Archdiocese, encouraging them to be vigilant and conscious of the liturgical practices of their assembly, especially in this peak of the flu season.
Jesus tells a Samaritan woman that all who worship God must worship Him “in Spirit and truth.” (John 4:24) My hope is that, through my personal reflections and experiences on the public work or service of the people, many may not only worship, but also come to know Him in Spirit and Truth.
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