Re-opening St. Mary's
Lectors -September 19-20
4 PM Outside Mark Chamberlain
8 AM Outside Sandy S. McCain
10 AM Livestream Jim Edwards
Volunteers for Weekend Masses. We need help this weekend and next. Please sign up for these vital ministries using the links on this page. Set-up team members should arrive 45 minutes before Mass begins. Be sure to join Outdoor Mass Updates to know when weather forces the cancellation of Mass.
All adult volunteers MUST be VIRTUS-trained. If you need help getting this training, contact Barbara Sadler in the Parish Office. It only takes a few minutes to learn how your can help keep our children safe.
Planning for Inside Masses - As we move from summer to fall, the Parish Council and Liturgy Committee have begun planning for indoor Masses. Please pray that the Holy Spirit endow these committees with wisdom, foresight, and patience.
Need ushers for Masses indoors. We know that indoor Masses require more ushers training in safety protocols. Without more ushers, we may not be able to offer all the Masses we would like. All adults with Virtus training are welcome to join. Safety training is also provided. Please prayerfully consider whether you can assist in this essential ministry. Volunteer using the sign up on this page.
Usher at Indoor Masses
Greet, seat, and count those attending Mass indoors
September 19 - 4 PM
Ministers Needed
September 20 - 8 AM
Ministers Needed
September 26 - 4 PM
Ministers Needed
September 26 - 4 PM
Ministers Needed
Service to the Community
Join the Life Chain in Jarrettsville on Sunday, October 4 from 2:30-3:30.
Photo courtesy of Deborah Brocato
September is National Suicide Prevention Month
Childmind has some good information and resources if you or anyone in your family, friend circle, etc. is dealing with suicide, depression, etc. It is never to late to reach out and help someone in need. Please continue to educate yourself and your teens to be aware of the warning signs of mental illness, especially during these many months of dealing with the Coronavirus and how it has affected us daily.
Know the Facts. 44,965 people die by suicide each year Based on the 2015 Youth Risk Behaviors Survey, 8.6 percent of youth in grades 9-12 reported that they had made at least one suicide attempt in the past 12 months Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for young people aged 5-25 Every 2 hours and 11 minutes, a young person under the age of 25 contemplates suicide
Suicide & Crisis ...
childmind.org
Operation Christmas Child Update. Based on the limitations from the corona virus, St. Mary’s will not be participating in the Operation Christmas Child, Shoe Box program this year. Because of the virus and all of the disasters, the program is very important this year. You may fill your own shoe box and take to a local collection location, such as William Watters Church. (I will have their schedule soon). You can also check the web site for other drop off locations or build a shoe box online. Samaritanspurse.org/buildonline.
Weddings and Funerals
Masses for weddings and funerals are permitted outside, or inside with limited attendance. Please check with the parish office for further guidance.
Canceled Events and Activities
The parish buildings are still closed to the public. All public events and most parish activities are canceled or postponed.
Sacraments
- Contact the Parish Office to arrange for Baptisms and the Sacrament of the Sick (Anointing).
- The Sacrament of the Sick for in-patients is available through the hospital chaplains.
The Parish office is closed. Please call or email for assistance. The staff email list is available on the website.
Contact Information
Parish Office: 410 879-4015
410 838-7471
410 452-5166
www.stmaryspylesville.org
1021 St. Mary's Road
Pylesville, MD 21132
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