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"I am surprised but pleased that this is imposed in the Catholic Church. I myself is wary when it comes to sanitization. Having two kids, good hygiene is imperative for their overall well-being."
By JOHN McPHEE Health Reporter
Tue. Jun 23 - 4:46 AM
The Catholic archdiocese in Halifax has spread the word about the H1N1 virus.
The archdiocese issued advisory guidelines to its parishes Monday on preventing the spread of the virus. For example, all ministers of communion are to use a hand sanitizer before distributing wafers and wine.
"Please note this is not a liturgical gesture but a discreet action," say the guidelines, which are posted on the archdiocese’s website. "Immediately after the distribution of communion, the ministers are to wash their hands."
The guidelines also discourage shaking hands during "sign of peace" exchanges among congregants before communion. People are encouraged to bow, smile or wave.
The guidelines were created after the archdiocese heard concerns from parishioners about the H1N1 outbreak, said Bob Britton, chancellor of the archdiocese, in an interview Monday.
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By JOHN McPHEE Health Reporter
Tue. Jun 23 - 4:46 AM
The Catholic archdiocese in Halifax has spread the word about the H1N1 virus.
The archdiocese issued advisory guidelines to its parishes Monday on preventing the spread of the virus. For example, all ministers of communion are to use a hand sanitizer before distributing wafers and wine.
"Please note this is not a liturgical gesture but a discreet action," say the guidelines, which are posted on the archdiocese’s website. "Immediately after the distribution of communion, the ministers are to wash their hands."
The guidelines also discourage shaking hands during "sign of peace" exchanges among congregants before communion. People are encouraged to bow, smile or wave.
The guidelines were created after the archdiocese heard concerns from parishioners about the H1N1 outbreak, said Bob Britton, chancellor of the archdiocese, in an interview Monday.
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