New guidelines, approved by Archbishop Sample and effective June 30, 2021, replace all previous pandemic protocols established by the Archdiocese.

Dispensation from the Obligation to attend Mass
Effective Friday, July 16, 2021 Archbishop Sample rescinds the dispensation from the obligation to attend Holy Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation. Canon Law still allows those who are vulnerable, sick, or who have other grave reasons, to miss Holy Mass if necessary. Those unable to attend the Sunday Eucharist for such reasons are asked to honor the Lord in another way that day by watching a livestreamed Mass, praying the rosary, reading sacred Scripture, or otherwise setting aside time to be with the Lord.
 
General Principles
All indoor liturgical celebrations and faith gatherings are allowed to take place without capacity limitations and social distancing. Masks may be worn but are not required.
 
Liturgical Practices
All previous liturgical restrictions are lifted, except for the following:
1. The Precious Blood will not be offered to the faithful.
2. The Sign of Peace will not be exchanged through physical contact.
 
 

Our mission, in service of Jesus and the Universal Church, is to make our Parish a Center of Catholic Life in the Valley, thus bringing forth God's Love, Light, and Life in order that all are invited to follow Him.