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COVID-19: Churches And Temples In Oman Shut Until Further Notice

Muscat: Churches and temples across have been instructed to remain shut in a bid to tackle the sharp increase in positive COVID-19 cases across the Sultanate.
The decision taken by the government was implemented on April 3, 2021, and will remain in effect until further notice.
A circular issued by Fr. Raul Ramos, the parish priest of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ruwi, read: “Pursuant to the new directives communicated to us to refrain from holding any public gatherings in line with national efforts to combat COVID-19, we, the catholic churches, shall comply with the directives of the Government of Oman.”
He added: “The faithful are hence advised to avoid any group prayer meetings in private or public places, including homes and rented halls, encouraging them to stay at home and pray with their family members.”
“The church will remain closed from 3 April 2021, until further notice.”
BusinessLiveME has also learned that temples have been shut to worshippers. A statement issued to the public read: “We are advised by the Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs to suspend the events and activities in both the temples from 3 April 2021 until further notice.”
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