August 11, 2020
COVID-19 Update
Beloved, we are God’s children now; what we shall be has not yet been revealed. We do know that when it is revealed we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.

1 John 3:2
Dear Friends in Christ,
Please check below for information on our gathering policy, parish life in the fall, and schools. See also the announcement about a new, Catholic health care clinic.


Archbishop Sample

Holy Family Catholic Clinic
Please see the letter from Archbishop Sample offering his blessing and support to this newly formed Catholic health care clinic.
 

Livestream Schedule


Archdiocesan Policy on Faith Gatherings
There has been some confusion about the numbers allowed to gather for faith-based activities. This is due in part to some seemingly contradictory information coming from official public communications. Our current policy has been carefully reviewed and confirmed to be in complete compliance with the law. For a review of the current policy, CLICK HERE.
 
Parish Life in the Fall
Pastors and parishes are encouraged to move forward prudently with faith formation, sacramental preparation programs, pastoral council meetings and other faith-based meetings and gatherings while following the legal requirements for gatherings.
 
Catholic Schools
No definitive, general decision has been announced by the Archbishop as to whether in-person instruction in our Catholic schools can begin this fall. The possibility of in-person instruction remains uncertain. The Archbishop and the Superintendent of Catholic Schools would like to open our schools to in-person instruction if possible. We are in communication with the Governor’s Office about whether that can happen. Thank you for your patience. We are aware of how challenging this delayed decision is for pastors, principals, schools, families and all involved. Please stay tuned. In the meantime, pastors, in consultation with principals and the Department of Catholic Schools, could determine that their school will not be in position to open to in-person instruction, even though it might be possible for other schools this fall.
 
 
Next Mailing: Thursday, August 13.
 
Sincerely in Christ,


Todd Cooper
COVID-19 Pastoral Center Response, Core Team Chair


Key Pastoral Resources
  • One-time Use Worship Aids – HERE (Spanish, English, PDF & Word).
  • Re-Imagining the Catholic Parish –HERE
  • Evangelizing Mission – Vatican document on reforming parish communities


REMINDERS
 
Holy Communion to the Homebound
MEMO from the Office of Divine Worship: 
 
Updated Hospital Coverage Memo
MEMO from the Chancellor’s Office.
 
August 15, 2020
Assumption – ODW MEMO.

August 31, 2020
Financial Reports Due. Use this Template. Questions? spoehler@archdpdx.org or 503-233-8311.


Reopening Resources
  • FAQ’s on requirements to attend Mass or church gatherings July 30 MEMO
  • Face coverings required in churches statewide: More Info HERE
  • Plan for Limited Reopening of Masses (English/Spanish)
  • Readiness Checklist – Use with above Plan
  • Use of Satellite Sites for Mass: MEMO
  • “Helpful Reminders” poster ENG/SPA for churches.
  • Archdiocesan web resources: CLICK HERE.
  • Information about Contract Tracing - HERE.
  • Protocol for COVID-19 exposure at Mass: HERE
  • FlockNote Mass Sign-Up, Tracking - How it works.
  • CDC guidelines for faith communities
  • Guidance for Faith-Based Gatherings in Phase II Counties: OHA FAQ HERE
  • Phase Two Reopening Memo ENGLISH and SPANISH
  • Guidelines for Returning to the Workplace - Find materials from OHA HERE
  • CDC Guidelines for Daily Life