Catholic churches in Dubai cancel masses, citing government directives

Catholic churches in Dubai say they have cancelled masses ahead of the Easter weekend on the instructions of the government.

‘‘As per directives of the Government Regulatory Authorities, all Masses at our Church are cancelled until further notice,’‘ says the St Frances of Assissi Church in Dubai.

It asks parishioners to stay away from the church for ‘‘safety and community well-being’‘.

A similar update has been given by St Mary’s Catholic Church, which says it is cancelling its services on government instructions and will instead live stream its Friday service.

Source: BBC
--Agencies