WE WARMLY WELCOME YOU BACK TO MASS
Bishop Parkes has removed the General Dispensation from attending Mass beginning May 22/23, 2021, To read his letter, click here.
A Message from Fr. Len to all Adults who are unvaccinated or do not have antibodies:
As you know, I am not a COVID alarmist. This is because I seek advice from medical professionals instead of forming opinions based on cable news, social media, or someone’s blog. The delta variant of COVID19 is indeed much more contagious than previous strains. If you are not vaccinated (or do not have antibodies), there is a high degree of likelihood that you will get it this time around. I would urge all adults to consider whether they want to face this without any level of protection. I hope that you at least speak with your doctor as to what is best for you.
Have you returned to Mass yet? There are certain stories that define us as families and nations. For Catholics, we are defined and shaped by the story we celebrate at each Mass. It is this story, Christ’s story, which molds us, our actions, our words, how we live and how we breathe. Our story emerges from a supper table, a Cross on Calvary’s Hill, and an empty tomb. Without this story we would not know who we are, or where we are going, and what life truly means.
The Mass is where we encounter the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. This is why the Mass is so essential for Catholics. It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been away. You are always invited to the Mass to encounter the real presence of Jesus, who welcomes you with open arms.
“By the grace of God, may all of us gather together at the table of the Lord, united in faith and charity. May God bless you!” – Bishop Gregory Parkes
“Welcome one another, then, as Christ welcomed you, for the glory of God.”
-Romans 15:7
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Questions on the Vaccines?
With the first COVID19 vaccinations administered and millions of doses on the way, the question has been asked whether it is morally acceptable for Catholics to receive one of these vaccines. Here is the answer.