From the Diocese 5/25/2021 
In light of the changes in policy by the State of New Jersey which will become effective May 28th and June 4th, 2021 regarding protocols for health and safety in time of pandemic, there is expectation of change in diocesan health and safety protocols as well. Changes in procedure in light of the changes indicated by the Executive Order 242 (May 24, 2021) of the Governorare as follows:

• Elimination of the requirement of masks in churches. 
• The requirement for maintaining six feet of social distancing is eliminated. 
• People who are not vaccinated will be required to wear a mask. 
• Enforcement will be on the honor system. 
• Those not fully vaccinated should wear a mask indoors. 
• Effective Friday, June 4th, all indoor gathering limits will be lifted. 

The Bishops of the Province of Newark have agreed to uniformly lift the general dispensation from the obligation of Mass attendance effective for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (June 5-6, 2021). The relaxation of the health and safety protocols will no doubt help parishes to encourage the faithful to return to in-person participation Mass as their health permits.