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This Week at Your Parish - July 4

This Weekend - July 4/5

Public celebration of Masses within the Archdiocese began when we entered Phase II reopening on May 26th.

Please watch the video and read the information at the END of THIS EMAIL regarding how we are implementing the protocols and what you need to know if you plan on attending Mass including how you will be receiving Communion when you attend a public Mass. Protocols are subject to change.

This Weekend at St. Pius X

Saturday, July 4 at 4 PM: Vigil Mass Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time from St. Pius X Parish via Live Stream Only.

It will be available as a replay following the live broadcast. Available as a live stream and rebroadcast on www.churchofstpiusx.org/spxlive, Facebook and YouTube. Be sure to like or subscribe to our various Social Media platforms.

Sunday, July 5 at 9:30 AM: Public Celebration of the Mass at St. Pius X.

Please review the ADDITIONAL INFORMATION from the Archdiocese and St. Pius X at the end of THIS EMAIL, prior to attending Mass.

From the Archdiocese:

"Our first consideration must continue to be for the spiritual and physical health of our parishioners and those whom they encounter, especially the most vulnerable: the elderly and those with chronic illnesses. We continue to rely on medical professionals and governmental standards to inform these directives.

The obligation to attend Sunday Mass and Holy Days of Obligation continues to be suspended as long as the pandemic continues.

All COVID-19 positive persons, those who are symptomatic, and those living with them, must stay home.
Persons over age 65 and those with preexisting health conditions should continue to stay home during Phase II and avoid public gatherings, including in church.

Face masks are strongly urged for all assembly members (but not for those under age two, according to the CDC, since it may put them at risk of suffocation)."

Volunteers are needed to help us meet the protocols for the liturgy and sanitation for public Masses. If you would like to volunteer, please visit our Covid19 Update page for information on what is needed and how to get involved.

This Week at St. Pius X

Mass Schedule for July 6-12

Please pay close attention to the times and if it is a public celebration of the Mass.

Tuesday, June 30 at 9:30 am and 10:30 am - Communion Service (see below for details on how to sign up to attend the Communion Service)

Wednesday, July 8 at 6:30 PM - Daily Mass (Public Celebration and Live Stream)

Thursday, July 9 at 8 AM - Daily Mass (Public Celebration and Live Stream)

Friday, July 10 at 11 AM - Daily Mass (Live Stream only)

Saturday, July 11 at 4 PM - Vigil Mass (Live Stream only)

Sunday, July 12 at 9:30 AM - Mass (Public Celebration only)

You can pray the Rosary with the SPX Staff, Youth, Faith Formation Volunteers and representatives from our Council of Catholic Women and Knights of Columbus via YouTube videos.

The Live Stream of Masses and prayer opportunities (and their replays) are available on our parish website live stream page www.churchofstpiusx.org/spxlive

You can also view the broadcast schedule for the coming week.

Church building will be opened for personal prayer in the worship space:

Tuesdays from 9 AM-4 PM
Wednesdays from 9 AM-4 PM
Thursdays from 9 AM-4 PM

Individual Confessions will be offered in the Tek-Room (nursery):

Wednesdays from 5:30 PM-6:15 PM
Thursdays from 8:30 AM-9:30 AM

Please note that we are required to followed proper social distancing directives while at the parish and in the Church for prayer or confessions.

Communion Services every Tuesday during Phase 2

Updated Announcement: Beginning July 1 2020

We’re delighted that we have been be able to welcome parishioners back for public Masses. However, we are aware that due to underlying medical conditions and/or age that not all parishioners are yet comfortable to join us for Mass. At the same time, we know that you are desiring to receive the gift of the Eucharist.

St. Pius will continue to offer communion services during phase 2 reopening of churches for anyone who is NOT able or comfortable to attend Mass at this time. Beginning July 14th, the Tuesday Communion service will be offered at 10:00 am. The communion service is limited to 12 people, and will be held in the cafeteria to allow for adequate social distancing. The church space remains open on Tuesdays, providing a place for personal prayer. To attend a communion service, one must call the parish office to sign up at 429-5337. Should a given communion service not be filled, we will keep a wait list and call you.

Bulletin Update

St. Pius X is publishing bulletins every other week. Our next bulletin will be published for July 18/19

Bulletin for July 5 and 12

Supporting St. Pius X

St. Pius X depends on your generosity to continue the many ministries at our parish. While we are unable to worship at the parish, you may want to consider text-to-give, online giving or mailing your contribution envelope. Additional information on specifics on our giving opportunities are available at the end of the email.

Please visit the parish website to view the list of schedule changes in response to COVID19! This includes changes to the building/office schedule. Visit www.churchofstpiusx.org/covid19

Update From Fr. Desmond

Fr. Desmond sent us an update from Ghana. Click on the pdf below to view the latest from Father.

Fr. Desmond update june 2020.pdf

Do you have prayer needs? Let us know so that we can pray for you! Prayerrequests@churchofstpiusx.org

Attention all 2020 high school graduates and parents!! Graduate Recognition Mass has been scheduled for July 19 at 6:30 PM.

You worked hard for the last 13 years to get here and we know this is not the way you wished it to end! But we are here for you and know how resilient you are!

Please email Brittany Halverson at bhalverson@churchofstpiusx.org if there is a senior* you would like to have honored! *The senior must be local in order to attend event in person.

This is an invitation only Mass and therefore not open to the general public. Graduates and their families must contact Brittany to be included in the Mass.

Information Regarding the Safe Return to Mass and Reception of Holy Communion

Please watch this short video to help you understand the specifics for Mass at St. Pius X and read the information from the Archdiocese about safety protocols regarding returning to Mass and Reception of Communion.

Donation Options

Text-to-Give option available for continuing your support of St. Pius X! You can securely give to St. Pius X with the convenience of your cell phone using Give+Text. Watch the short video below learn more and open the pdf below for additional instructions. Our 10 digit code is 833-356-057

Consider Online Giving

You can make one-time donations online via the parish website www.churchofstpiusx.org and click on the 'Donate Online' button in the upper right hand corner of the screen. You can make one-time donations or set up regular electronic giving on your schedule. It is a convenient way to continue your support of all our St. Pius X ministries. If you need assistance to set up e-giving with St. Pius X, contact the parish office at 651-429-5337.

Donating with an Envelope
If you prefer to continue your support with your weekly envelope, you can mail it to the parish.

Church of St. Pius X

3878 Highland Avenue

White Bear Lake, MN 55110

St. Pius X GivePlus_Text_Quick_Guide.pdf