A number of Coptic churches in the Diaspora announced to reopen for holding Liturgy, but with strict conditions imposed to curb the spread of the emerging Coronavirus.
Bishop Peter of Carolina and Kentucky and the Pontifical Vicar of Virginia Churches announced the return of the liturgy in the parish churches starting from next Saturday, but with precautionary measures, except for the Kentucky State churches that will open on May 20.
For his part, Bishop Pavlos of Greece, revealed the conditions for the churches to be reopened next Sunday, explaining that the security forces are inspecting the churches to ensure that the precautionary measures are applied, and a fine of 10.500 Euro will be applied for those who violate the rules. He added that only 50people are allowed to attend the mass.
