Category Archives: Pastor’s Note

Since this pandemic began, we have all heard the phrase “new normal” used over and over again, but the idea never really stuck for me because everything was changing every two weeks. Now, however, despite the increase in COVID-19 cases across the country, I am starting to believe that we are approaching something close toContinue reading “July 03, 2020 – Pastor’s Note”

Of all the problems to have, too many people signing up for Mass is the one that feels most like a blessing. Now that our church is able to reopen on a limited basis, people are hurrying to come back to Mass, and we are struggling to accommodate them. Praise God! Our parishioners have remainedContinue reading “June 18, 2020 – Pastor’s Note”

As I have mentioned in a previous letter, one thing I have learned about myself during this COVID craziness is that I am happier and healthier when my life has a regularity to it. I like to know what to expect and when I can expect it, and interruptions or surprises or changes always throwContinue reading “June 09, 2020 – Pastor’s Note”

We have returned to the public celebration of Mass! Praise God! Though it caught us completely by surprise, we were delighted last week when Governor Inslee announced that Phase 1 counties could hold outdoor religious services with up to 100 people, while Phase 2 counties could hold indoor religious services with up to 50 people.Continue reading “June 04, 2020 – Pastor’s Note”