All Parish Events for 12/31 and 1/1 are Canceled
-
Dear St. Michael Parishioners,
Merry Christmas!
I write to inform you I was not feeling well a few days ago and went to get tested for COVID-19. I received my results this afternoon 12/30/21 and have tested positive. I tested again today and waiting results. I am recovering rapidly; I hope and will be quarantining at the rectory for the next 5 days.
For our Parish the Archdiocese of Washington has recommended the following:
The Sanctuary has been disinfected and properly cleaned and will be safe to celebrate Mass on Sunday, January 2, 2022. Father Jose will get tested on Saturday if his results are negative, he will celebrate Masses. If not, a priest from ADW will celebrate Masses for us.
All activities are CANCELLED for Friday, December 31, 2021, and Saturday, January 1, 2022
Sunday, January 2, 2022, Masses will be celebrated:
8:00am in English
10:00 am in English
1:00 pm in Spanish
If you or any member of your family displays symptoms consistent with COVID-19, I urge you to consult with your physician. Persons fully vaccinated against COVID-19 have a lower risk from exposure but may still develop a mild or asymptomatic infection. Symptoms of COVID-19 include coughing, fever, loss of taste or smell, and shortness of breath. It is important to follow all guidelines provided at this time, including staying at home, continuing preventive measures, and practicing social distancing. For more information about symptoms and testing, please use this link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/index.html .
In addition, see Frequently Asked Questions from the Maryland Department of Health: https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/Documents/coronavirus_FAQ.pdf
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding during these times. Prayer for one another and please be prudent. Know of my prayers for happy and holy New Year.
In Christ,
Msgr. Eddie Tolentino
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church