Re-opening St. Mary's
Lectors -September 26-27
4 PM Outside Sharon Alasandro
8 AM Outside Val Nowak
10 AM Livestream Barry Kiedrowski
Mass Moves Indoors - October 4
Beginning October 4, St. Mary’s will offer three indoor Masses with limited capacity on Sunday morning.
- 8:00 AM in the Parish Hall
- 9:30 AM in the Church (live-streamed)
- 11:30 AM in the Parish Hall
The live-streamed Mass is moving to 9:30 A.M.
The Saturday 4:00 PM Mass will remain outdoors.
The files below describe the protocols for indoor Masses and answer some frequently asked questions. We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work together in this new routine.
Need more ushers for Indoor Masses. We could use a few more ushers to help with the indoor Masses. 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
Volunteers for Weekend Masses. We need help this weekend and next. Please sign up for these vital ministries using the links on this page.
September 26 - 4 PM
Ministers Needed
September 27 - 8 AM
Ministers Needed
October 3 - 4 PM
Ministers Needed for Outdoor Mass
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
Transportation Assistance Needed. A young woman who is living in a local Recovery House would like to start attending Mass at St. Mary's. She needs transportation. So we are looking for a driver for her. The driver must be a woman and she must be involved with Alcoholics Anonymous. If you are interested or if you know of someone who may be interested, please contact the Parish office.
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.
Where Can I Get a Flu Shot?
UM Upper Chesapeake Health is offering free community flu shot clinics and/or partnering with local organizations to help promote and support additional community flu vaccination efforts in Harford County.
While UMMS clinics are free, flu shots also are typically available through primary care providers and local pharmacies, though they may have a cost associated with them.
Flu Clinic Locations and Dates
Saturday, Sept. 26, 9 a.m. to noon, Mountain Christian Church, Abingdon location (ages 6 months and up)
Tuesday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Forest Hill VEIP station (ages 12 and over)
Saturday, Oct. 10, 9 a.m. to noon, Epicenter, Edgewood location (ages 6 months and up)
Saturday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Jarrettsville Fire House (ages 6 months and up)
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 9 a.m. to noon, Highland Community Association, Street, MD (ages 6 months and up) APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED FOR THIS LOCATION
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 except for religious services and education. 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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