Due to the spread of influenza in the North Texas area, the following preventative measures will be taken during all liturgies at St. Philip the Apostle until further notice:
-The Exchange of Peace will be omitted. The faithful are also encouraged not to hold hands during the Our Father.
-The Precious Blood will not be distributed to the Faithful during Communion. Holy Communion will only be given in the species of consecrated bread. Please be reminded that the communicant receives the entire Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord Jesus Christ even if only receiving under one species.
A friendly reminder that sickness is a legitimate reason to miss Mass: if you are unwell or even just getting over an illness, please remain at home to help prevent the spread of cold and flu viruses.