With the aim of reinforcing sanitary safety measures against the Coronavirus, at a time when cases of virus transmission are increasing in the capital of Minas Gerais and its metropolitan region, the Technical Logistics Committee for the Use of Physical Space, formed by the Archdiocese of Belo Horizonte, released a new statement to the parishes this week.

The letter cites the recent increase in the number of people infected and reiterates the recommendations listed in the document "Missionary Evangelization: A New Time," released by the Archdiocese at the beginning of the pandemic.

The Sanctuary of Health and Peace reaffirms its commitment to the health and lives of people and intensifies its actions to prevent Covid-19 contamination in our community:

Masses continue to have a limited number of participants. Those wishing to attend can register at the Parish Office or here on the website (clicking hereAt the church entrance, there is a password check, shoe sanitization, temperature check, and hand sanitizer available. The mandatory use of masks remains in effect, as well as social distancing when people are seated in the pews.

For those who are part of the at-risk group, masses continue to be broadcast on Padre Eustáquio Channel, on YouTube.

Read the letter addressed to the parishes of Belo Horizonte in its entirety.

Dear friends,

Unfortunately, we have been following the news about the growing number of
people infected with COVID-19, with a significant increase in the rate of
Hospital bed occupancy due to health complications
caused by this virus.

In this regard, we reinforce the need to maintain everyone's commitment to...
Full compliance with the guidelines and recommendations listed in the document.
Published by our Archdiocese, MISSIONARY EVANGELIZATION: A NEW TIME, highlighting the importance of social distancing, personal protection, hygiene for all, and disinfection of environments, emphasizing:

– A distance of 2 meters between people must be respected; in addition,
There should be alternating periods of occupied seats and empty seats.
– Where there are chairs, a distance of 2m between them must be respected.
people. The sequence of rows should be isolated in an alternating fashion.
Chairs: one row occupied by people and another empty.
– Windows and doors should be kept open for air circulation. The use of air
Conditioning is not prohibited as long as it is under controlled conditions and
strict and adequate maintenance that consists of the mandatory requirement of
air renewal, through safe exhaust fans and filters, that are
undergoing constant microbiological monitoring. The use of fans is prohibited.
– Entry of people must be controlled, allowing only those
predefined maximum quantity, strictly adhering to the criteria of
Pre-registration required.
– In the church and other parish premises, the use of [masks/clothes] is mandatory.
Masks everywhere.
The liturgical space and other areas should be sanitized before and after.
of each celebration and other activities. After the usual cleaning, the
Environments and benches should be disinfected.
– 70% INPM alcohol should be available in all parish spaces, at the entrances and exits of the various areas, in addition to liquid soap and disposable paper towels in the bathrooms.
– Temperature measurement using specific devices is recommended.
(thermometers) infrared (without physical contact), maintaining the orientation of
Measuring people's temperature by checking their forehead. People with a FEVER
Those with a temperature greater than 37.7°C will not be able to participate in the celebrations.
Microphones and other objects should be protected with washable foam or
Disposable film, which should not be used by more than one person during the day.
the celebration, unless the equipment is sanitized immediately.
after each use, even during the celebration.
Sanitizing mats should be used at the entrances of churches and other spaces.
intended for celebrations.
– The ministers who are readers, animators, psalmists, extraordinary ministers of
Eucharistic Communion, acolytes, and altar servers should occupy appropriate places.
in the presbytery area following the rules of distancing and protection.
By masks.
The ministers who are readers and psalmists should disinfect their hands before and after...
touching the Ambo (Table of the Word) or the books.
The celebrants must keep their masks on at all times, including during the homily.
– Choir members and musicians must respect the rules of
social distancing and protection measures are in place, with the use of masks being mandatory, including
during the corners.
Communion should be given in the hand (never directly to the mouth).

At a time when all of society is mobilized with concern for
With the increase in the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection, it is necessary for everyone to make an effort and pay attention to the full compliance with the
Recommendations and guidelines from the document MISSIONARY EVANGELIZATION: A NEW TIME.

The TECHNICAL COMMITTEE ON LOGISTICS AND HEALTH for the use of the physical space remains available to assist you, with the expectation that we will be able to get through this moment while preserving and caring for everyone's health.

Yours sincerely,
Leonardo de Araújo Pereira
Coordinator of the Sanitary Logistics Technical Committee