As of February 28, masks will no longer be required at public Masses in the Archdiocese of Boston.
Priests, Deacons, and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are no longer required to wear masks during the distribution of Communion, but the pastor may continue to require it if he wishes to do so.
Masks will also not be required in Parish Faith Formation programs as of February 28.
Parishes are still required to maintain, mark, and communicate a portion of each worship space as being reserved for those who wish to wear masks and social distance.
Parishes are also encouraged to continue to exercise and encourage caution in all parish activities.
Our Faith Formation programs are following the requirements of Ayer Shirley Regional School District: masks are still required at all Faith Formation events.