May 5, 2020
COVID-19 Update
The Christ had to suffer, rise from the dead, and so enter into his glory, alleluia.
Dear Friends in Christ,

It’s Cinco de Mayo! And it’s Giving Tuesday! Lots happening this week, and lots of good information in today’s mailing. Be sure to check it all out: important reopening information including a NEW video message from Archbishop Sample, teacher appreciation week videos from the Archbishop and Superintendent, new video compilation of our priests and Giving Tuesday information.
 
Archbishop Sample
 
Reopening Support
  • The Pastoral Center has begun to develop a webpage to help parishes with their reopening efforts. Find the initial resources here: https://evangelization.archdpdx.org/covid-mass-guidelines
  • Tomorrow! Webinar for Pastors and Parish Staff – This Wednesday, May 6 from 1-2:30 PM, the Pastoral Center will host a webinar for pastors/administrators and the staff they designate. We will review the framework for reopening Masses, share helpful resources, and allow substantial time for questions and answers. Link and passcode has been sent to pastors/administrators. Prior to the webinar, please send reopening questions and share any helpful ideas or parish resources to Todd Cooper at: tcooper@archdpdx.org. Thank you!
  • Readiness Checklist – Here is a reopening Masses “Readiness Checklist” for pastors to assess their parish readiness for reopening Masses. This should be used in conjunction with a thorough reading of the Plan for Limited Reopening of Masses.
 
May 4-8 Teacher Appreciation Week
Messages to teachers and all those who support Catholic Education:
 
New Video of Our Priests!
The original video compilation of our priests from a couple weeks ago was a big hit with over 10,000 views on Facebook and Vimeo combined. Enjoy the sequel!  https://vimeo.com/414860773
 
Today is #GivingTuesdayNow
People across the world are giving back! Join the wave of generosity by giving back to your community! Please Give to your parish or favorite Catholic ministry– no amount is too little and our churches need your support! GIVE TODAY


 
Dios te bendiga,
 

Todd Cooper
Director of Special Ministries of the Archbishop
COVID-19 Pastoral Center Response, Core Team Chair


Archdiocesan Prayer for Our Time
Please continue to join us praying daily the diocesan prayer during the pandemic.
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REMINDERS

Pope Asks Faithful to Add Two Prayers to Rosary
During the month of May, Pope Francis has asked the faithful to pray the rosary and add two prayers at the end to the Blessed Mother. “I want to encourage everyone to rediscover the beauty of praying the Rosary at home in the month of May.” Pope’s letter & two prayers  HERE .

PREVIOUS MAILINGS
Link to previous mailings with table of contents here:  https://archdpdx.org/previous-covid-19-mailings