September 24, 2020
Dear Friends,
First time Announcements:
Return to St. Joe Hill and New Mask Requirements This past week we returned to Masses at both locations. Our attendance was 5:00 p.m. 123; 7:45 75; 9:30 107; 11:15 71 for a total of 376. That is 70 people more than our largest weekend to date. I’m happy to have so many people coming back to church. It also makes it important to utilize the Mass reservation system if at all possible. At the 9:30 Mass, we could have added maybe 10 more people, but that would have been it. At 5:00 p.m. we could have added maybe 10 more people as well. Please be aware that we may need to limit the number of people at each Mass. Those with reservations will get first choice of seating. It will also be helpful to get to church a little bit early. Each weekend we have people make reservations and then not attend. When we get down to less than 3 minutes before Mass starts, we will seat people without reservations into any empty seat, even if it is reserved for someone else. Once again, masks are required to be worn throughout the Mass at the 5:00 p.m. Mass and the 9:30 a.m. Mass.
New Church Construction: As construction of our new church building is above ground, I hope everyone shares my excitement. This may cause a desire to visit and “tour” the construction site. We ask that you not do so. This is a safety concern for the contractor and the parish. There are building materials in this area, moving equipment, and workers. If you want to see the progress, I suggest that you view it from lower parking lot by the area of the old concession stand. This will allow a view without interfering with the contractor. Please don’t drive through the future parking lots as you may hit materials, workers or damage your vehicle. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.
It’s taking shape!
