Regularly scheduled Masses will not be celebrated in church this weekend because we do not have the state’s mandated guidelines and approval. Please continue to watch the video presentation on YouTube with Fr. Emmanuel.

For the last couple of weeks, we have been working on a plan to reopen the church to gather again as a community. When we get the state and Diocesan approval, we will let you know.

We are very excited to celebrate Mass again soon. However, there are things that need to be done so we can keep everyone safe and healthy.

We have submitted our plan to the Bishop. These plans were developed following the Bishop’s guidelines.

The plan includes (1) hygiene, (2) social distancing, (3) planning details: seating arrangements, keeping people safe, etc. (4) Communication: getting the information out to our parishioners, (5) training: new and present ministers (we are in need of more hospitality ministers in order for this to work), and (6) Liturgy changes.

As all are anxious to gather again by this weekend but this is not possible with all of the things that still need to be prepared for and done while waiting for final approval from the Diocese.

As soon as we can, we will let you know when we will have the church ready. Again, please let us know if you are available to help at one of the Masses.

So, you will be familiar with the changes in the Mass, we will send another email with more information at a later date.

Please remember, these changes will not be permanent, they are for our safety during these challenging times.

Thank you all for being patient and keeping your faith.

We are so very thankful for Fr. Emmanuel and Gregg Sprosty and his team for keeping us connected with Jesus and Sacred Heart through weekly video Masses.

God bless you all. Until we can be together again…