Archdiocese Of Milwaukee Cancels Holy Week, Easter Masses

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee has canceled all Holy Week and Easter Masses because of concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.

Archbishop Jerome Listecki has sent a letter to pastors and parish directors citing the risk that parishioners could infect the vulnerable members of the congregation.

Listecki is encouraging Catholics to continue to watch streamed Masses on the internet.

WTMJ Radio reported the archbishop said confirmations and first communions are postponed until further notice.

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is hoping the United States will be reopened by Easter and that he is already looking toward easing the advisories that have sidelined workers, shuttered schools and led to an economic slowdown.