Public masses won't take place in Waterford until after March 29th because of coronavirus.
Most dioceses across the country have called off masses due to the Government's advice on social distancing.
Bishop Fonsie Cullinan of the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore said masses will not be cancelled but will take place without the congregation physically present:
"By congregating large numbers of people in a church there may well be a threat of infection and harm to physical health. Your local priest will celebrate daily Mass offering it up for your intentions and indeed for the whole country.
"In this current emergency situation, all are dispensed from the obligation to physically attend Sunday Mass until and including Sunday, 29 March 2020 (this date is under review). Churches will remain open as usual for prayer."
To facilitate parishioners who can't attend mass in Waterford, WLR will broadcast mass celebrated by Bishop Cullinan from St Patrick's Church on George's Street tomorrow morning, Sunday March 15th, after the 9am news.
