DETROIT The Archdiocese of Detroit allowed in-person masses to resume this week for the first time since the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic hit the state in March. MORE: Archdiocese of Detroit announces resumption of public masses during coronavirus pandemicWhen churches reopened to the public for the first time this Sunday, social distancing measures were in place to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Still, the reopening is a special moment for catholics in Metro Detroit. Well since the church was open, my mom and I thought we could come to this church because it is our special church," Milaina said. It is up to the churches -- not state or local governments -- to decide when they want to reopen to the public.

DETROIT Local Catholics could begin returning to church on Tuesday, even while the state continues to implement measures to stop the spread of COVID-19. The Archdiocese of Detroit says mass can begin on Tuesday, although mass wont begin at the Archdiocese of Detroit until May 29. The Mass you may attend in the weeks ahead will look and feel quite different from the Mass you remember from two months ago. The Archdiocese of Detroit also issued updated guidelines for churches to return to service. These guidelines have taken into account expert advice from the medical community, liturgical experts, and public health leaders.

But things are a little different than what it like before the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Itll be a little different for people. Now, I feel like Im OK again. Whatever I have to deal with going forward with the pandemic -- Im OK with, Fournier said. If someone wants to worship and does not have one the church will provide them as long as their available.