Preparing for the First Weekend

May 1, 2020

We're getting everything ready for you to return to Mass this weekend! Please read this update as you prepare to attend Mass (or even if you are only able to come for Holy Communion in the parking lot):

Remember...
The obligation to physically attend Mass is still lifted through the time of this pandemic, especially for those over the age of 60, their caretakers, the immuno-compromised, those who are feeling ill, or those who may have been exposed to COVID-19. We ask that you NOT attend if you are sick so that we can continue to protect the vulnerable around us, but instead join us via Live-stream at our parish website or on Facebook.

When you arrive...
Please remember that the following safety precautions must now be observed on our parish campus:

- Wear a face mask at all times (if you are over 2 years old)
- Sanitize your hands when you enter the building
- Maintain 6 feet of distance between yourself and others
- The church opens 30 minutes before Mass starts.
- If the church has reached capacity, you will be invited to either sit in the CLC (join via live-stream) or to wait in your car until the distribution of Holy Communion.
- Wait for the Usher to direct you to a seat. Family units may sit together, all others must remain 6 feet apart.
- When Mass is over, wait for instructions from the Usher; the church will be emptied systematically to maintain social distance.

Receiving Holy Communion
Wait patiently for the ushers to direct you, and keep 6 feet between yourself and the person in front of you in line.

Please receive Holy Communion in the hand. When you come up to the Minister, keep your face mask on, receive the host in your hand, and step away from the Minister. Then pick up the Host and use your free hand to pull your mask down to permit you to consume the Host. Then return your mask to its proper place before walking back to your seat or car.

For those receiving Communion in the parking lot (weekend Masses only)
Holy Communion will be brought out to the parking lot about 15 minutes after Mass ends. Please wait in your car until you are directed forward, then follow the instructions above.

Next Week: Daily Mass and Confession Schedule Changes
Daily Mass and Confessions times have changed. CLICK HERE to see our new schedule.

St. Philip the Apostle

Catholic Church
Flower Mound, Texas

Preparing for the First Weekend

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