The Commonwealth has moved into Phase Three where gyms, museums, pro sports ( I cannot wait

for the first Red Sox game) and other venues are allowed to open up with some necessary restrictions.

Given that, it is easy for us to let our guard down and think we can return to the way things used to be.

The experience of many states including Florida, Texas, and California should cause us to pause for a 

moment and take it slow.

Although we are in a better place with the pandemic, it is still risky to gather in Church even with keeping

all the necessary directives from the State, the City, and the Archdiocese.

Over the past few weeks more have come back to Church to worship and it is great to see them.  But

as I said over and over again it is not the right time for many.  Please remember that the dispensation

of the obligation for Sunday Mass continues and that the Cardinal and I encourage people to stay safe.

I look forward to the day where all of us can again gather, but now is not the right time for many.

Please contact me with any questions or concerns.

                                                                                                 Fr. Jack

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 COVID-19 Important Information

1.  In keeping with the directives of the  Commonwealth, we are limiting the number

of people who come into the Church. It is not toexceed 40% with additional provisions

for social distancing.

2. Mask should be worn unless one is under the age of two or have an exemption for

some medical reason. Parents should judge for  children between ages two and four.

3. Social distancing is important. Clearly family members can be close to one another.

But in other cases, try to maintain a six-foot  distance.

4. There is no Offertory Collection by basket. There will be receptacles at the doors

for the offering.

5. There will be no Sign of Peace

6. Reception of Holy Communion is only by hand. Both the minister of the Eucharist and the

 communicant will have masks on at the time of distribution.

7. Between Services the Church (including the bathroom) will be cleaned and sanitized.

8. All who attend Mass are invited to write their name and contact information so that

if we learn that someone tested positive  for Covid-19 we can be in touch with you.  If this does happen 

it will also be put on the parish website.