In an effort to curb the spread of Coronavirus, all the churches of the Diocese of Reno are to temporarily suspend the public celebration of the Mass. I know this will be a disappointment to many, but it is important that we do everything we can to keep our community healthy. I would rather that we overreact than not do our part to ensure everyone’s safety.
Not offering the Eucharistic Celebration is a drastic decision and one not to be taken lightly, however we will do everything that we can to keep the spiritual life of our parish active.
The Parish office will remain open and the church will be open for people who wish to come for private prayer. Please be aware of social distancing and that no more than 10 people can gather at a time.
In his letter,
available here, Bishop Calvo reminds us all of the practice of spiritual communion. This is not a lesser form of communion. Communion is most true in the Eucharist, but it is also a reality whenever we are joined in prayer.
To that end, I am excited to announce that we will offer a Livestream of the Liturgy of the Hours every morning, Monday through Friday at 9 AM in place of our daily Mass. Please scroll down for details.
I know this is a time of fear and anxiety for so many. We don’t know what the future holds, but we know who holds the future.
Let us renew our faith and hope in our God, who is Emmanuel, God-with-us, today and always. Let us unite our voices and hearts in prayer for an end to this pandemic, healing and relief for those who are affected, and inspiration for those working to stop the virus. This is our vocation! To carry our sisters and brothers in our hearts in prayer.
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Blessings to you and yours,
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P. S. There is a beautiful (and helpful) prayer from St. Ignatius at the end of this message.
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Father Chris will record a weekend Homily which will be available on our
website or the MyParish App each Saturday at 5:00 pm. If you don't have it already, download the MyParish App
here.
Remember,
TV Mass is available locally on Sunday morning at 9:00 am on KOLO TV (Channel 8). If you are out-of-the area, please search for options where you live.
Our Bulletin will be published weekly. If you are not receiving the bulletin by e-mail, please sign-up
here.
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Cancelled through April 3, 2020
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- All Masses - Note: Father Chris will say Mass privately for the Mass Intentions that have been reserved.
- Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
- Religious Education and Youth Ministry - Becky and Sarah will be sending details on distance learning.
- Bible Study - Tuesday evening and Friday morning.
- FORMED Lenten Study - Thursday Morning.
- Stations of the Cross, including Living Stations on March 27.
- Communal Reconciliation Service on March 31.
We will provide updates on future services including Palm Sunday, the Tenebrae Service, the Chrism Mass, Holy Week and Easter Sunday as soon as we are able.
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Morning Prayer with Father Chris
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COMING SOON: A link on our website to a YouTube Channel where Father Chris will lead us in Morning Prayer. All you need to do to prepare is download the free iBreviary app to your phone or tablet - see below - and have a laptop or computer to access YouTube.
Start date will be sent by e-mail and a MyParish App message.
Even though we will be separated physically,
we will be united to each other,
and indeed all the world, in prayer.
We hope you will join us!
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Please continue the Lenten tradition of weekly Stations of the Cross. There are many options available online. A google search will provide dozens of videos on YouTube and a search on your phone will give you many choices in mobile apps.
Share your favorite by sending us an
email.
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Sierra Community House is delivering food to those in need. For more information or to sign-up for deliveries, please e-mail
food@sierracommunityhouse.org or call 775-545-4803.
You only need to sign-up once. Deliveries will be made weekly for as long as needed.
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If you or someone you know is isolated and needs help of any type, even something as simple as a phone call ...
OR
... if you are able to help by making phone calls or otherwise assisting someone in need, please email
stewardship@sftahoe.org.
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A Prayer in a Time of Darkness
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O Christ Jesus
When all is darkness
And we feel our weakness and helplessness,
Give us the sense of Your Presence,
Your Love and Your Strength.
Help us to have perfect trust
In Your protecting love
And strengthening power,
So that nothing may frighten or worry us,
For, living close to You,
We shall see Your Hand,
Your Purpose, Your Will through all things.
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VISION:
To be a vibrant community that welcomes, prays, studies, gives, and shares our faith...
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St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
701 Mount Rose Hwy
Incline Village, NV 89451
(775) 831-0490
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