Bishop Doubts While Shops, Mosques, Synagogues Don't
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In a March 29 statement, Egan insists he closed the churches "very reluctantly" and for no better reason than "not to be out of step with other dioceses.”
Now, he is "sad" that he barred the faithful from praying before the Blessed Sacrament.
Despite his words, Egan doesn't make any changes but only "continues to reflect."
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