Further Information regarding the Easing of Restrictions for Public Worship

Please find below further Information from the Department of the Taoiseach on details concerning the easing of restrictions for public worship from 10^th May 2021.

Pods of 50

Where the size of the premises/place of worship allows for a capacity of greater than 50 this may be permitted only where:

• social distancing guidelines are adhered to
• the premises can be subdivided into distinct sections (cordoned or marked appropriately) of not more than 50 persons in each section
• there is a minimum of four metres between sections
• each section having its own entrance/exit route
• there are separate arrangements for elements of the service involving close contact, for example the distribution of Holy Communion
• strictly no movement of people between sections before, during or after the service
• the premises is well-ventilated

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Funerals

There is an increased risk of transmission of the virus where families and communities come together following the death of a loved one.  Therefore, numbers at funeral services (and weddings) is capped at 50 regardless of size of premises.

Notwithstanding the increase in numbers permitted, funerals are still considered private family events and all notices in newspapers or online should be clear about this.

Funeral services should continue to be live streamed to help reduce numbers attending.

Attendance at wakes in private homes and at funeral homes remains unchanged ie immediate family only and people should be discouraged from queuing to pay respects.   

Singing

As with previous reopening for religious services, congregational singing and choir singing is not permitted.

Solo singing with accompanist is permitted subject to compliance with detailed guidance contained in HSE Covid-19 Guidance for Religious Services

Outdoor worship is not permitted in line with Government restrictions on organised outdoor gatherings. 

Use of religious premises for any other purposes/parochial activities/community meetings etc. is not permitted in line with Government restrictions on organised indoor gatherings.

Yours sincerely,

Archbishop Kieran O’Reilly

4^th May 2021