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*NEW* Dispensation has been extended until further notice...
Criterion staff report
The five Catholic bishops of Indiana have extended the dispensation for the obligation to attend the public celebration of Mass on Sundays to all the faithful until further notice.
“While commending our pastors and pastoral life coordinators who have gone to great lengths to assure safe worship spaces in our churches, given the continued increase of COVID-19 cases in our state, the Indiana bishops hereby extend the dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation beyond Nov.1, 2020, until further notice. The Indiana bishops will continue to monitor the situation to determine when it might be advisable to modify or lift the dispensation,” said an Oct. 19 statement of the bishops from the Province of Indianapolis, which includes the Archdiocese of Indianapolis and the Dioceses of Gary, Evansville, Fort Wayne-South Bend and Lafayette.
Archbishop Charles C. Thompson said, “Both clergy and laity must make every effort to maintain the availability of open churches and public liturgies by following public health guidelines and employing various safety protocols,” including:
- The wearing of face coverings;
- Social distancing;
- Enhanced cleaning measures.
“Further guidelines, due to local situations, may be necessary in a particular parish,” Archbishop Thompson added.
SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis and other parishes across central and southern Indiana will continue livestreaming Masses.
Weekday Masses at the Cathedral are celebrated Monday through Friday at 5:15 p.m. Weekend Masses include the Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 p.m. and the Sunday liturgy at 10:30 a.m. Links to these Masses are available at www.archindy.org/streaming.
Daily Mass is also offered on EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network), and Catholic Radio Indy 89.1 FM and 90.9 FM broadcasts a daily Mass at 8 a.m. each day from the EWTN chapel in Irondale, Ala. †
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Welcome Back Deacon Bill!
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St. B's COVID-19 Facility Protocols
Our parish is making every effort to achieve normal activity given the current Covid-19 environment. We are following directives as issued by the CDC, Indiana Dept. of Health and the Bartholomew County Health Dept.
In observance of cleaning and disinfecting directives, the parish must observe a slow and measured reopening. Mass and school are number one priorities. Other parish related groups are asked to meet via Zoom, Google, Webex or other social media. Onsite catechetical meetings will be considered but must be approved and hosted by a parish staff member.
Thank you, Fr. Chris
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Seeking Volunteer Liturgical Ministers
We are asking for volunteer liturgical ministers for each weekend Mass. Please visit the sign-up Genius to volunteer. Click Volunteer Button!
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Mass Times
- Saturday: 5:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 11:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 1:00 PM SpanishEspañolES
- Tuesday: 5:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN 5:00 PM Evening Prayers
- Wednesday: 12:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Thursday: 8:15 AM EnglishEnglishEN School Mass 6:00 PM SpanishEspañolES
- Friday: 12:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN w/ School
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Liturgy of the Hours/Liturgia de las horas
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Today's Readings /Lecturas Del Día
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Reading 1 EPH 4:32–5:8Responsorial Psalm PS 1:1-2, 3, 4 AND 6Gospel LK 13:10-17
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St. B's News - Click on Heading to learn more!
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Fr. Clem celebrates 50 years of priesthood.Read More -
The Memorial for the Unborn Child was dedicated on June 27, 2020. Please click link below to see photos of the Memorial being installed and the dedication ceremony in June.Read More -
WTHR Channel 13 News StoryRead More -
“I think he is an angel of God that God sent to me and my family—to heal so much pain and suffering that we had been through,” she says. “To sacrifice an organ, in this case a kidney, to another person, I think it’s beautiful. What he gave me was not only a kidney, but faith in God—and many reasons to live to enjoy myself and my family without pain or fear. I thank Father Chris for what he has done for us and, most of all, God for hearing our prayers—because without God, we’re nothing.”Read More
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Health & Safety Precautions
Español
Dear Friends,
On behalf of the staff of St. Bartholomew, I want to thank you again for your compassion and patient understanding during this pandemic. The restrictions and closures have been difficult, but they have also shown many beautiful and creative ways people have adapted to the situation. We believe that we can safely reopen the Church as long as we follow the three keys: respect social distance, wear face masks and maintain clean hands.
The Coronavirus is still very much present and active in our community. Attending any public gathering has inherent risk. The phased reopening and precautions we are taking are to minimize this risk. We recognize that the reopening will not be perfect and may need to be modified as we go forward. Below are some of the health and safety precautions that we are asking people to follow to in order to keep everyone safe as we reopen.
I look forward to seeing you… at a proper distance, wearing a face mask and with clean hands. We will not be able to see the beautiful smiles behind the masks or share a hug, but our love of neighbor, abundant charity and warm community will shine through! No virus known to mankind will be able to take that away from us!
Blessings, Fr. Chris
HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
- Out of an abundance of charity and love of neighbor, facemasks are required in the Church. Please bring your own facemask. A limited number of disposable masks will be available at the entrances.
- Those who are 65 & over, and those with high-risk health conditions are strongly encouraged to stay at home.
- Those who are symptomatic or have tested positive for COVID-19 should not enter the church until released to do so by their healthcare provider.
- The dispensation from the obligation to participate at Mass on Sunday has been extended thru November 1, 2020.
- The Precious Blood will NOT be offered for the foreseeable future.
- Music books and printed materials have been removed from the Church. Music will be limited and no participatory music will be sung during Mass.
- Social distancing of 6’ must be observed. Families who live together can sit closer than 6’. The Sanctuary pews are marked with blue tape to indicate proper social distances. Please observe the markings and adhere to the social distancing rules.
- Seating capacity in the main Sanctuary will be limited. Current configuration of the Church and Narthex will allow safe seating for 194 people.
- Given that seating in the Church will be very limited, we encourage people to consider attending a different Mass time during the week.
- Wash your hands frequently and use hand sanitizer. Sanitizer stations are available in the Narthex.
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Events
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Tuesday, October 27, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Youth Ministry presents An Evening with The Exorcist: Fr. Vince Lampert. Youth and Families are welcome. A free-will offering will be taken up for Fr. Lampert's Ministry of Exorcism. You must register to attend. Social distancing will be observed and you must wear a mask.Read More -
Saturday, October 31, 8:30 AM
A certified 5K Run/Walk that supports the ALFA adult literacy program. The race’s namesake, Polidor, a former ALFA student passed away last year. In support of the bond formed thru ALFA, fellow classmates and teachers helped with his funeral.Read More -
Sunday, November 1, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMThe Sunday evening Hot Meal Site for the Ecumenical Assembly - Hot Meal Site Program.Read More
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Sunday, November 1, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Honor your loved ones with this senior project by Adam Schwartz. Luminary bags will be for sale for $25.Read More
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