Update: May 23, 2020   Haga clic aquí para español
We can reopen on June 14. Please read the press release from the Diocese.

Diocese of Orange Announces Limited Public Masses can
Begin on Sunday, June 14 in Phased Approach
 

My fellow parishioners:

The President said today that churches are now essential which is great news, but WE HAVE NOT YET REOPENED. We still need to wait for the authorization of the governor and the Orange County Health Agency.

There will be social distancing rules in place once we reopen. It is looking like only around 200 people could be in the church under the social distancing guidelines.

We are still preparing the church to reopen to keep everyone safe by establishing cleaning procedures between Masses and hand sanitizing stations at the church entrance.

I NEED YOUR HELP!
We will need volunteers to assist as being greeters to help people know where they can sit and to limit the capacity of the church.

I NEED YOUR HELP!
Cleaning teams to disinfect the church between Masses!

I NEED YOUR HELP!
We will need additional ushers to help direct people in being able to receive Holy Communion.

I need your help in reopening and to be able to stay open.

I cannot wait to have everyone back.

Once again. We are not open this weekend. Please continue to join us on our Livestream on Facebook or watch the Mass and YouTube.

Peace and blessings.
Fr. John

P.S.: You can email me at frjmoneypenny@stnorbertchurch.org to volunteer.

 

With an abundance of caution for the safety of our community, all parish Masses, meetings and events are temporarily suspended due to the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. The church building is closed and locked.

Churches are in Phase 3 of California's reopening plan. St. Norbert Church will remain closed until we have permission from the governor, the county health authority, and the Diocese of Orange. 

When we do reopen social distancing guidelines will be in effect. We are eager to reopen in a safe way that protects the common good.

In the meantime, we ask that you do your part to "flatten the curve " by respecting and following the recommendations put in place by civil authorities and the CDC.

• Stay at home except for essential outings.
• Maintain a 6-foot "social distance" in public.
• No public or private gatherings.
• Wash your hands frequently with soap.
• Avoid touching your face.
• Wear a mask in public.

We are all in this together. St. Norbert, pray for us!




From the Parish Nurse… Haga clic aquí para español
As many of us continue to feel the stress and anxiety from these unprecedented times of the coronavirus pandemic, let us all remember to take time each day to not only care for our physical health but also to support our emotional health. Over time, stress and anxiety can increase our blood pressure, worsen chronic health problems, interfere with our sleep, and weaken our immune system. Please follow the link below for a helpful article by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to learn healthy ways to cope with stress during an outbreak.

• Stress and Coping

As we all try to move forward during this pandemic, our “new normal” will most likely include the continued wearing of face masks. Please note that for a mask to be effective, it must be worn properly. Please click on the link for an instructional diagram: How to Wear A Mask Safely.

Be well and God bless you!

 
Prayer Requests Haga clic aquí para español
If you would like to place the name of a loved one on the prayer list for the sick or recently deceased, please use the following guidelines:

• Include the first and last names of your loved one(s).
• Specify whether sick or recently deceased.
• Email to jerhard@stnorbertchurch.org.
• The deadline to add names to the bulletin is Monday at 5 PM.

The Church buliding is currently CLOSED and public Masses are suspended due to the Coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak.

Join us via Livestream by clicking on the "Livestream Mass" button above.

Public Masses with limited attendance are scheduled to resume on June 13. Those present will be required to wear face coverings, practice physical distancing, and follow other steps out of respect and concern for others.

info@stnorbertchurch.org