Covid-19

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In general, Churches are closed under Stage 4 however, the Victorian Government have outlined some exceptions. Please see table below for an overview.

What is considered an essential service in a Parish?

Activity	Essential?	Notes
Livestreaming Mass	Yes	Maximum of 5 people – must have permits
Funerals	Yes	Will be limited to 10 mourners plus the minimum number required to conduct the funeral – must have permits
Visitation of the Sick	No	Home visitations are not permitted unless for grave reasons
Weddings	No	No weddings are permitted unless an application is made to the DHHS for an exemption on compassionate grounds
Baptisms	No	Are to be postponed, unless there is a grave pastoral need. (Can. 857; 860).