As part of combating COVID-19 places of worship in Oman including Catholic churches will be closed for an indefinite period. Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church said its churches will be closed until further notice.
“Pursuant to the new directives communicated to us from the Supreme Committee, to refrain from holding any public gatherings in line with national efforts to combat COVID19. We the Catholic Churches, shall comply with the directives of the Government of Oman. The Church will remain closed beginning from today 03rd April 2021 till further notice,” the church said in a statement issued on Saturday.
The church also advised worshippers 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.”
