Coronavirus (COVID-19)
This site provides information about COVID-19 and the steps the Cathedral is implementing in response. The Cathedral is in active conversation with the Diocese of Scranton and will continue to monitor the situation, and provide updates as warranted by changing circumstances.
Cathedral Leadership Messages
Message of Monsignor Rupert, Cathedral Pastor regarding the Cathedral response to COVID-19
March 12, 2020
Official Diocesan Messages
Message of His Excellency Bishop Joseph Bambera regarding Holy Week
March 25, 2020
Message of His Excellency Bishop Joseph Bambera regarding the suspension of public Mass
March 16, 2020
Message of His Excellency Bishop Joseph Bambera regarding the Diocesan response to COVID-19
March 13, 2020
Message of His Excellency Bishop Joseph Bambera regarding the Diocesan response to COVID-19
March 12, 2020
Message of His Excellency Bishop Joseph Bambera regarding health precautions for the celebration of Mass
March 07, 2020
Message of His Excellency Bishop Joseph Bambera regarding health precautions for the celebration of Mass
March 03, 2020
Information and Resources for COVID-19
Information from the CDC
CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including: Avoid close contact with people who are sick; avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth; wash hand with soap and water for at least 20 seconds; clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.