A Message From Father Thomas

Dear Parishioners,

As stated in the Mission Statement, we are a Eucharistic community. The source and center of our life as a parish community is the Eucharist, the Holy Mass. We gather, worship God, and pray to Him for our needs and for peace in our lives and in the world.

As you know, we now have four Masses on weekends and daily morning Mass on weekdays (Tuesday-Friday).

 May God bless you,
Fr. Thomas

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COVID-19 Update 11/18/2020

As you know, we are now in the purple tier.  This means we can have only 10 people inside the church for Masses and other liturgical functions.  If you feel healthy and can stand the chilly weather, you are welcome to participate in the Holy Mass from the plaza.  Chairs will be provided, and please wear a mask and practice social distancing.  We will continue the regular schedule of Masses.  The Sunday 10.30 AM Mass will be livestreamed. Those who need to can attend (using phone, tablet, etc.) the livestream Mass sitting in their vehicles in the parking area (or anywhere) and can come to the church for communion during or after Mass.  The priest and/or the eucharistic ministers will be available to distribute communion till 11.45 AM.

Eucharistic Adoration from 9.00 to 10.00 PM on Friday is cancelled until further notice. The Sacrament of Reconciliation from 3.30 to 4.30 PM on Saturday will be in the cry room.

The church will remain open for private prayer from 9.00 AM to 2.00 PM.

The parish office is closed, but please be assured that your call to the office will be attended to.

REMINDER OF DIOCESAN SAFETY GUIDELINES:

• Masks MUST be worn by all over the age of two. Eucharistic ministers must wear masks while administering communion. Please bring your own cloth or paper mask. Masks should be worn over both nose and mouth. (See diagram below.)

• The church, including pews and door handles, will be sanitized between Masses.

• Shared items such as hymnals will not be available; prayers and readings will be in the bulletin. 

• Holy water will not be available, and drinking fountains will be turned off.

• Doors will be designated entrances or exits to establish one-way traffic flow. Follow all guidelines for entering and exiting the church via designated doors, without socialization on the premises before or after Mass.

• Social distancing between those who do not share a household will be required.

• Seating capacity at each Mass will be limited to 100 people. Some overflow seating will be provided on the plaza as needed.

• Seating will be directed by the ushers upon entering to ensure social distancing is maintained.

• Hand sanitizer will be available and used during Mass, 

• Receiving Communion in the hand is required.

• For Communion, masks must be removed after receiving in the hand but just before consuming The Body. 

• Only the cantor is allowed to sing, and communal prayers must be minimal in volume or whispered.

Advent Bible Study
We are pleased to announce that we will have an Advent Bible Study with
Sister Maura Power via Zoom.
Please click HERE for more information.

Join the Road to Bethlehem this Advent
(from FORMED.org)
Join other parishioners of St. Teresa of Avila on The Road to Bethlehem, a journey that includes daily Advent reflections and enrichment from FORMED.org. You will receive handpicked videos, talks, and texts every day throughout Advent to nourish your spiritual life.  Sign up today to prepare for the coming of our Lord Jesus at Christmas!

Please click HERE for more information.

ATTENTION!
If you have received an email supposedly from Fr. Thomas requesting monies or favors, please disregard it.  It is a scam.

St. Teresa of Avila Masses Online:

• Sundays 10:30am livestream on Facebook

• (Pre-recorded Mass is available on Facebook or YouTube later on Sunday.)

Please note: A Facebook account is NOT required to view the livestreamed Mass.