New COVID-19 Liturgical Protocols
On May 19th, Archbishop Allen Vigneron issued new COVID-19 liturgical protocols in light of guidance from national and state public health officials. These protocols are meant to permit and encourage the reverent offering of and active participation in the liturgical life of the Church
Besides announcing the new liturgical protocols, Archbishop Vigneron reminds us that "we must continue to live with a 'spirit of cooperation' to adapt to the circumstances we face and, importantly, to care for and protect those who are most vulnerable." Furthermore, he states, "Each of us is called to keep in mind our need to care for the common good - including a deliberate consideration to receive the COVID vaccine for the good of oneself and one's neighbor. The care for the common good entails a particular care and love for those who are most vulnerable among us, in this situation the elderly and the immunocompromised."
New Liturgical Protocols
* Those who are fully vaccinated may wear a face-covering and practice social distancing but are no longer required to do so in any churches.
* Those who have not been fully vaccinated are to continue to wear a face-covering and to practice social distancing to protect themselves and others in churches. Because a parish community - and our society - require mutual trust and a commitment to the common good, each individual is asked to make the best decisions for oneself as well as for others. Parishes do not have the responsibility to verify who is and who is not vaccinated.
* Each parish is to provide a portion of the church where social distancing and face-coverings are consistently maintained.
* In our church the two side sections of pews (along the windows): We will continue using only every second pew, practice social distancing in the pews by sitting near one of the red markings, and the wearing of face coverings (see above).
* In our church the two center sections of pews: We will be using every pew without social distancing and the option for full vaccinated to wear a face covering.
* All unvaccinated Catholics are encouraged to consult with their doctor about vaccines. Resources to assist Catholics in understanding the moral use of COVID vaccines can be found at aod.org/vaccines.
* All church doors will be unlocked for entrance into the church.
* The in-person collection in the pews during Mass by passing the collection baskets is resumed.
* The Presentation of the Gifts of Bread and Wine by members of the assembly is resumed.
* The Sign of the Peace is resumed allowing parishioners and their families to make their own determinations about how widely to share some sign of peace.
* It is no longer imperative to endorse social distancing in the Communion procession. Since it is such a short period of time, social distancing is not crucial here.
COVID Liturgical Protocols Which Remain in Place
* Clergy and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion will continue to sanitize their hands after they receive Communion and prior to distributing Communion. They will continue to wear face coverings while distributing Communion.
* Parishes are to continue refraining from the distribution of consecrated Wine at Communion.
* Scripture Readings and music for weekend Masses will continue to be printed in the church paper. Please receive a copy when you enter the church so you can more fully participate in the Mass.
* Saturday's 4:00 pm Mass at St. Colette Church will continue to be livestreamed and available on Facebook.
Besides announcing the new liturgical protocols, Archbishop Vigneron reminds us that "we must continue to live with a 'spirit of cooperation' to adapt to the circumstances we face and, importantly, to care for and protect those who are most vulnerable." Furthermore, he states, "Each of us is called to keep in mind our need to care for the common good - including a deliberate consideration to receive the COVID vaccine for the good of oneself and one's neighbor. The care for the common good entails a particular care and love for those who are most vulnerable among us, in this situation the elderly and the immunocompromised."
New Liturgical Protocols
* Those who are fully vaccinated may wear a face-covering and practice social distancing but are no longer required to do so in any churches.
* Those who have not been fully vaccinated are to continue to wear a face-covering and to practice social distancing to protect themselves and others in churches. Because a parish community - and our society - require mutual trust and a commitment to the common good, each individual is asked to make the best decisions for oneself as well as for others. Parishes do not have the responsibility to verify who is and who is not vaccinated.
* Each parish is to provide a portion of the church where social distancing and face-coverings are consistently maintained.
* In our church the two side sections of pews (along the windows): We will continue using only every second pew, practice social distancing in the pews by sitting near one of the red markings, and the wearing of face coverings (see above).
* In our church the two center sections of pews: We will be using every pew without social distancing and the option for full vaccinated to wear a face covering.
* All unvaccinated Catholics are encouraged to consult with their doctor about vaccines. Resources to assist Catholics in understanding the moral use of COVID vaccines can be found at aod.org/vaccines.
* All church doors will be unlocked for entrance into the church.
* The in-person collection in the pews during Mass by passing the collection baskets is resumed.
* The Presentation of the Gifts of Bread and Wine by members of the assembly is resumed.
* The Sign of the Peace is resumed allowing parishioners and their families to make their own determinations about how widely to share some sign of peace.
* It is no longer imperative to endorse social distancing in the Communion procession. Since it is such a short period of time, social distancing is not crucial here.
COVID Liturgical Protocols Which Remain in Place
* Clergy and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion will continue to sanitize their hands after they receive Communion and prior to distributing Communion. They will continue to wear face coverings while distributing Communion.
* Parishes are to continue refraining from the distribution of consecrated Wine at Communion.
* Scripture Readings and music for weekend Masses will continue to be printed in the church paper. Please receive a copy when you enter the church so you can more fully participate in the Mass.
* Saturday's 4:00 pm Mass at St. Colette Church will continue to be livestreamed and available on Facebook.
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St. Colette Catholic Church
17600 Newburgh Road Livonia, MI 48152 734-464-4433 [email protected] Weekend Schedule Saturday Vigil: 4:00 pm Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 noon |
