New Zealand Catholic Bishops Release Pastoral Letter on ‘Swine Flu’
Given the spread of the H1N1 influenza virus which is now occurring in the community, we ask that priests and parishes cease the following actions:
Distribution of Holy Communion from the chalice (this includes intinction);
Giving Holy Communion on the tongue;
Holding Anointing Masses for the Sick.
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