Hispanic Ministry Office Update: COVID-19 Update — September 8, 2020

September 8, 2020

COVID-19 Update

May your church exult, O Lord, for you have renewed her with the sacred mysteries, as she rejoices in the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which was the hope and the daybreak of salvation for all the world.

Prayer After Communion, Sept. 8

Dear Friends in Christ,

As we celebrate the nativity of the Blessed Mother, let us ask Our Lady to protect and stay close to all those impacted and threatened by the wildfires in Oregon. Please see the important update on the Hispanic Ministry Office and be sure to check out the reminders below.

Archbishop Sample

Archbishop Sample met with his priests via videoconference this morning. Summary of the meeting to come on Thursday.

Livestream Schedule

Fridays at 6 p.m. – “Chapel Chat” LIVE
Previous Chapel Chats: Eucharist, Evangelization, Protests, Racism
Sundays at 11 a.m. – Mass at the Cathedral

Hispanic Ministry Office Update

As Deacon Felix Garcia departs for work in parish ministry, Kelsey Bell will temporarily assume the responsibilities of the Hispanic Ministry Office. Please see letter for full details here: Spanish / English

Next Mailing: Thursday, Sept. 10.

Every grace 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).
Parish Life Document – Fall 2020
Re-Imagining the Catholic Parish –HERE
Evangelizing Mission – Reforming Parish Communities

REMINDERS

Updated Protocols for Masses

Protocols Spanish / Protocols English

Re-Imagining Youth Ministry

Child Protection Training

Complete online: Click HERE for flyer in English and Spanish. Questions? acp@archdpdx.org, 503-233-8370.

Catholic Masses & COVID-19

Catholic Parishes around the country have avoided outbreaks by following safety protocols at Masses: HERE.

Divine Worship Newsletter Sept. 2020

Rosary Bowl 2020, Oct. 3

Save the Date flyer HERE. More at www.rosarybowlnw.org.

Election Year Resources

Excellent USCCB Resources: HERE
Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: English & Spanish HERE. New introduction HERE.
Civilize It: Dignity Beyond the Debate: Take the PLEDGE!
USCCB Faithful Citizenship Videos:
Catholics Participate in Public Life
Catholics Protect Human Life and Dignity
Catholics Promote the Common Good
Catholics Love their Neighbors
Faithful Citizens Work with Christ as He Builds His Kingdom (compilation of the 4 videos)

Reopening Resources

Updated Protocols for Masses ENG / SPAN
FAQ’s on Mass & faith gatherings: August 25 MEMO
Face coverings required in churches: August 25 MEMO
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

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