Bishop W. Shawn McKnight has issued a decree lifting the dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass in person, effective June 1.

Read the decree in English | Spanish

As more people become vaccinated and the number of COVID-19 cases decline in our area, all Catholics are invited to join us to worship together, in person, and to receive the Body of Christ in Holy Communion, which nourishes our souls and heals us of our sins. That’s why we are obliged to participate in the Sunday liturgy each week.

Of course, if you are ill, are traveling, or otherwise dispensed from our obligation to participate in the Mass, please continue to join us online. Saint Mary will continue providing livestreaming of Masses. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in person at Mass!

People who are infected with COVID-19 are not permitted to enter church properties, in accordance with national, state and local health directives. All are asked to check their temperature at home before going to church. Out of an abundance of caution, we will, at present, continue the requirements for wearing masks, which is still recommended by the CDC,