Updated Public Health Policies for Liturgical Celebrations at St. Ann DC - Released May 25, 2021

Released May 25, 2021

For liturgical celebrations at our parish, starting Memorial Day weekend 2021, St. Ann observes these updated public health policies, following the Archdiocese of Washington guidelines, in accordance with District mandates regarding COVID-19:

1) For fully vaccinated individuals, masks are not required. However, masks are recommended for non-vaccinated individuals.

2) Social distancing is reduced to 3 feet. Family/friend clustering is allowed. All pews are open.

3) Cleaning and disinfecting after every liturgical celebration is no longer required.

4) The sign of peace is restored in the form of a bow or nod, but there is no hand-shaking.

5) Holy water is restored to church fonts.

6) Printed materials are reinstituted.

7) Congregational singing is permitted.

Please continue to observe mindfulness of others, prudence and patience.