St. Thomas the Apostle

1. Thank you for your presence at mass both in person and through our livestream channel. Our current weekend mass schedule is Saturdays, 5pm Vigil, and Sundays 8am & 10am. Please note: Bishop Peter’s "Dispensation from the Sunday Obligation for those 60 and older, for those who are immunocompromised and for those whose anxiety about their health makes them apprehensive about attending Mass" remains in place. 
 
2. A New Family Room is available for our young parishioners who need a "place of quiet retreat." Many thanks to our generous volunteers who supplied our new cry room with 2 glider chairs, baskets of toys and books and a space to change diapers. The room is located in the back left of the church just behind our St. Thomas statue. We encourage young families to always feel welcome at mass but also understand the need for a quick escape. Please note the availability of this new cry room and also the glass connector and restrooms next door where one can easily re-enter when the child is ready.
 

3. Please join your fellow St. Thomas the Apostle parishioners in a special Rosary Crusade for the month of August. You may choose to pray the Rosary any time and in any manner, either individually or in groups or even better as a family. Please pray for the following intentions:
•        For peace in our Church, country and homes
•        For an increase in holy vocations to the priesthood and religious life
•        In reparation for the desecration of churches and religious symbols
•        For the triumph of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Current Practices for Public Masses during times of COVID-19 Precautions

In alignment with Governor Little's Phase 4 CDC protocols:

• The faithful should not shake hands or hug at the Sign of Peace, nor hold hands during the Lord's Prayer;
• There will be no distribution of the Precious Blood at this time;
• Only clergy will distribute communion, in order to reduce the number of people who may come into contact with the faithful;
• Complimentary masks are available at all entrances as of July 23rd.
• Stay home if you feel sick.
• All hymnals, missals & prayer cards in the pews will remain removed (so as not to spread germs).
• After mass socials, gatherings and receptions are SUSPENDED until further notice from the bishop.
• A distance of 6 feet must be maintained between individuals:
  • Families and couples count as an individual;
  • Ushers will assist in seating and maintaining the six-feet rule.
  • Overflow seating is available in the Mission House and Connector.