PASTOR'S CORNER

Dear Parishioners,

The Covid-19 virus has everyone on high alert. I think the best advice I’ve heard is to be calm but cautious. We are going to be doing just that here at St. Paul’s. You noticed last week that we omitted the “sign of peace” before Holy Communion. This will continue for the foreseeable future. Here are some other helpful tips for you to keep in mind:

-Until we receive direction from the diocese, we will continue to keep holy water by the doors. We will however be frequently changing and cleaning the trays.

-After each Mass, we will be wiping down the backs of the pews and other commonly touched areas (door handles, bathrooms, etc.)

-Please make use of the hand sanitizer by the doors before and/or after Mass.

-If you are worried about receiving Holy Communion, make sure your hands are clean. Might I also suggest that receiving on the tongue is more sanitary? It eliminates the possibility of transferring something from your hands into your mouth. If you wish to receive in this manner, make sure your mouth is open and tongue is out far enough to receive the Sacred Host.

-If you are not feeling well, PLEASE stay home. You are always dispensed from your obligation to attend Mass if you are sick.

If I receive any other information, I will make sure to pass it along to you via flocknote. Also, don’t forget to come this Monday evening to hear Sister Elizabeth Castro HMSP! She is an amazing and engaging person. She will talk about “Holiness and Mission”. Confessions are at 6:30PM, Stations of the Cross at 7:00PM followed by Sister’s short reflection. Don’t miss it!

In Christ,

Fr. Young