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DECREE
MARCH 6, 2020
As Bishop of the Diocese of San Jose, I have taken into account the recommendations from the Santa Clara County Health Department regarding people at higher risk of exposure to coronavirus, also known as COVID-19.
In light of the delicate situation we are facing at this time, I dispense persons falling into the categories of greater risk from attending Mass.
These categories would include persons over 50 years of age, those with health conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, heart disease, or chronic lung diseases like COPD, as well as those with severely weakened immune systems.
May we continue to observe the precautions prescribed by our public health department to protect ourselves and our brothers and sisters.
Let us also continue to pray for the repose of the souls of those who have died from this illness, for the healing of those who are ill, and for the protection of all our health care workers. We hope and pray that our medical professionals will be able to find a cure to this illness.
Most Reverend Oscar Cantú, Bishop of San Jose
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