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Calgary bishop says its important for faithful to gather at Christmas services during pandemic
Canadians differ on holiday plans amid Omicron COVID-19 spread “The advice we are getting is that (services) could be super-spreaders. It’s really important that all large gatherings be limited, so we feel it’s important to remain closed to save lives,” Pentland said.Calgary Bishop William McGrattan said he’s grateful that people in Alberta are still allowed to gather at churches this Christmas.He said it’s important for the followers’ emotional and mental well-being to be able to attend mass during the holidays.