Ash Wednesday mass to go ahead at St. Mary’s

St. Mary’s Parish has been given the green light for an in-person Mass for Ash Wednesday.

Mass begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday. COVID-19 observances will be in place, including masks and social distancing.

Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent for those who follow the Christian faith.

The Northwestern Health Unit has joined the Yellow-Protect level of the COVID framework, which allows for in-person religious services, with some restrictions.