Irish politicians only have a problem with the celebration of Catholics, but any number of people can gather at festivals and sports events.
According to the Archbishop of Dublin, the Irish government would discriminatoryly support the postponement of first communions and vows Irish Times reported In a letter dated August 3, Archbishop Dermot Farrell expressed his "deep regret" that there had been "no consultation" with church representatives about revising the guidelines.
First communicants/Source: hirklikk.hu/illustráció
"Many are understandably concerned and disappointed that current guidelines restrict the celebration of the sacraments for the obvious reason that they may lead to family gatherings that may violate public health guidelines for gatherings of different households," the archbishop wrote, then highlighted:
"This is confusing because other events such as sporting or civic events, or other family occasions such as celebrating birthdays and anniversaries, or indeed weddings and funerals, do not have such bans."
According to the archbishop, many people - quite rightly - have come to the conclusion that these restrictions are discriminatory.
In addition to the bishops of Elphin, Clogher, Waterford and Lismore, Farrell also gave the green light to the administration of the sacraments of first communion and confirmation, but the bishops of several dioceses did not support the matter according to the legal regulations.
Farrell emphasized that "we have to trust the parents as well. They know what is good for them. They can protect their own health.”
The archbishop highlighted that large gatherings, such as concerts, music festivals, and weddings, are not subject to any restrictions , unless they are accompanied by the reception of some sacrament.
"This is simply not credible. It contradicts common sense, which leads to a lack of credibility," the archbishop said.
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