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March 27 UpdateJust are we are finalizing this newsletter I have learned that our parishioners and neighbors in York County are under a stay-at-home order. With thanks to Fr. Mike Schleupner and Fr. Micheal White (Nativity, Timonium) I want to share the following suggestions for this time of physical distancing:- Pray. Use prayers that you know by heart, go online for a variety of sources of prayer, watch Sunday or even daily Mass being live streamed. Drawing upon God for strength is important always and especially right now.
- Establish a daily schedule. This is important so that we don’t just passively go through the day with no sense of purpose. A schedule will help us to stay engaged in life and use well the time God gives us.
- Stay connected. Be caring, patient, and forgiving with those in your household. Reach out by phone, email, text or other social media to family, friends, neighbors, business associates, or fellow parishioners.
- Exercise. Stay physically active at least by cleaning or doing laundry. Take a walk outside (observing physical distancing) or run or jog or whatever form of exercise can work for you in the present situation.
- Limit news. Stay up on the news to know what is happening what you should be doing. But limit this to an hour a day and don’t let it become all-consuming and life-draining.
Masses at St. Mary's.Even though public Masses are not being held, I continue to offer Mass privately for the intentions requested by parishioners and for the continued safety and health of the entire community.A team of parishioner volunteers is working to live stream Masses and services at St. Mary's. We hope to begin with the Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday. If you are willing to share your skills as a videographer, please contact Deacon Phil (pseneschal@aol.com). I will have more information on this exciting effort in next week's newsletter. Pray for the success of this project.In the meantime, use the directions below to celebrate Sunday at home.Another effort by parishioners is to use Christmas lights to lift the spirits of our neighbors. Send pictures of your creations to jackieseneschal@gmail.com so we can share them in the newsletter and on the website.Stay in touch with St. Mary's by visiting the website, using the MyParish app, and reading our electronic newsletter.Fr. KunkelP.S. Our bills still need to be paid. Please drop off or mail your weekly offering and Easter Food Drive contribution. Sign up for electronic giving using this link.
Fifth Sunday of Lent
Ongoing ActivitiesConfession: Saturday 3:30 - 4:00 PMPrivate prayer and Eucharistic Adoration:- Sunday, 8 AM to 12 Noon
- Monday-Saturday, 8 AM to 10 AM
Please limit attendance to ten people at one time and observe required social distancing. Wait in the parking lot if necessary to limit occupants in the church.Funerals and weddings may proceed with attendance limited to a total of ten people, including clergy. Please check with the parish office for further guidance.Canceled Events and ActivitiesThe Archbishop has advised the parishes to expect the cancellation of Masses and activities to continue for at least eight weeks from March 15. The parish staff, Parish Council, and committees are considering how and whether to re-schedule planned events.Here is a short list of some of the cancellations and postponements:- St. Mary's Famous Chicken Dinner in April is canceled.
- The April Retreat and April 14th class for Confirmation are canceled. Sponsors please connect with your Candidate via phone or internet to stay connected and offer encouragement.
- The Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation scheduled for May 13 & 14 has been postponed. The Archdiocese will set a new date later in the year.
- Catholic Heart Work Camp in July is canceled. If you have questions about options for a refund of moneys already paid, contact Barbara Sadler (barbara_stmarys@yahoo.com or 410 452-5166 ext.22).
Please share this newsletter with parishioners who do not have email or access to the internet.The Parish office is closed. Please call or email for assistance. The staff email list is available on the website.Contact InformationParish Office: 410 879-4015410 838-7471410 452-51661021 St. Mary's RoadPylesville, MD 21132Please help Harford and York Counties out by completing the Census 2020 forms. It only takes 10 minutes to help shape the future! www.my2020Census.gov By phone 1-844-330-2020