The Bishopric of Malaga reports
As of Monday, March 16, 2020, all Masses and celebrations with the participation of people are suppressed while this "State of Alarm" lasts.
All the Catholic people of the Diocese of Malaga are exempted from the Sunday precept, which is prescribed by the C.I.C., cc. 1246-1248. That is, they are exempt from the obligation of the Mass on Sundays and holidays to keep, while this epidemic lasts.
We recommended to our fellow christians to follow the Holy Mass by television, radio or the internet, making spiritual communion.
We asked to all christians to intensify prayer for the sick, the deceased and their families, as well as for health professionals and for those who are currently serving society from their positions of professional responsibility.
In this adverse situation we must observe the security measures recommended by the authorities; we have the duty to continue to provide spiritual and material care, especially to the sick, the elderly, the poor, children and vulnerable people. Charity is the highest standard of the christian