Month: May 2021

BISHOP NICHOLAS DIMARZIO TO ORDAIN 10 NEW DEACONS FOR THE DIOCESE OF BROOKLYN

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 28, 2021

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BISHOP NICHOLAS DIMARZIO TO ORDAIN 10 NEW DEACONS FOR THE DIOCESE OF BROOKLYN

 

The Most Reverend Nicholas DiMarzio, Bishop of Brooklyn, will ordain 10 men to the Permanent Diaconate, for service in the Diocese of Brooklyn this Saturday, May 29, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph located at 856 Pacific Street in Brooklyn.

 

The Ordinards are:

 

*Michael A. Chirichella

Our Lady of Mount Carmel-Annunciation of the B.V.M. Parish, Brooklyn

*Robert Fedorowicz, Our Lady of Consolation Parish, Brooklyn

*Antonio Gordon, Our Lady of Grace Parish in Howard Beach, Queens

*John P. Kramer, Holy Trinity Parish in Whitestone, Queens

*Fil Myrong M. Lapinig, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Queens Village

*Dr. Harry W. Lopez, Jr. St. Fortunata Parish, Brooklyn

*Michael J.B. McCarthy, St. Joan of Arc Parish in Jackson Heights

*Edwin A. Rivera, Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary & St. Stephen Parish, Brooklyn

*Jacob Rodriguez, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Astoria, Queens

 

A deacon is a member of the clergy and an ordained minister of the Catholic Church. Deacons can baptize, witness marriages, perform funeral and burial services outside of Mass, distribute Holy Communion, preach the homily, teach the faith and visit the sick. They are obligated to pray the Liturgy of the Hours each day.

 

Of the ten men to be ordained, two are retired and eight are currently working in a variety of roles including: an accountant, a plumber, two Catholic high school teachers, a UPS service provider, a machine operator, a Nurse Manager, and a podiatrist.

 

Members of the media interested in attending should notify the Diocesan press office. Masks must be worn at all times at the event and updated social distancing guidelines must be followed.

 

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ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC ACADEMY OFFICIALLY DEDICATE THE FACULTY ROOM IN HONOR OF THE SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 27, 2021

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ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC ACADEMY OFFICIALLY DEDICATE THE FACULTY ROOM IN HONOR OF THE SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH

St. Michael’s Catholic Academy, located at 136-58 41st Avenue in the Flushing section of Queens, honored the Sisters of St. Joseph of Brentwood at a plaque dedication ceremony yesterday, Wednesday, May 26, 2021, in the school’s faculty room.

The Sisters of St. Joseph maintained a strong presence at St. Michael’s since shortly after the school opened in 1851, where they served as administrators, teachers, and counselors. Sister Tesa Fitzgerald and Sister Joan Gallagher represented the Sisters of St. Joseph at the ceremony. They were joined by Sister Miriam Blake, the last nun to serve as principal, as well as her former assistant, Sister St. William McMahon. Sister Blake and Sister McMahon are the last Sisters of St. Joseph to serve on the staff at St. Michael’s.

“For over 150 years while ministering at St. Michael’s School, the Sisters of St. Joseph showed strength and courage to face the challenges of the times in Flushing, and globally in their mission as women religious. Their progressive and inclusive approach, not only in education but in social issues, continues to inspire the teaching staff at St. Michael’s Catholic Academy as we are challenged with educational reforms while preparing our students to be responsible global citizens,” said Maureen Rogone, Principal.

Monsignor David Cassato, Vicar for Catholic Schools, and Janet Heed, District Superintendent, were in attendance representing the Office of the School Superintendent for the Diocese of Brooklyn.

Photos attached and captions follow.

#1 -Former teachers and administrators from the school.
#2- Sr. Miriam Blake and Sr. St. William who were the last Sisters to staff the school as administrators, were among those in attendance.
#3 – Sr. Mary Ellen Vesey, representing the Sisters of St. Joseph.
#4 – Monsignor John Vesey, Pastor of St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church in Flushing, and Monsignor David Cassato, Vicar for Schools for the Diocese of Brooklyn bless the newly dedicated plaque.
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Pastoral Guidelines for the Celebration of World Youth Day in the Particular Churches

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Dicastery for Laity, Family, and Life (which is responsible in Roman Curia e.g. Youth and Young Adults Ministry and World Youth Days) announced “Pastoral Guidelines for the Celebration of World Youth Day in the Particular Churches”. This document was approved by Pope Francis and is essential for Youth and Young Adults Ministry.

These “Guidelines” are very concrete and are very inspirational for our pastoral You can find them in English, Spanish, French, German, Polish, Arabic, Italian and Portuguese.

http://www.laityfamilylife.va/content/laityfamilylife/en/news/2021/le-gmg-nelle-chiese-particolari–pubblicati-gli-orientamenti-pas.html – materials from the press conference

http://www.laityfamilylife.va/content/laityfamilylife/en/GMGpastoralGuidelines.html – text of the guidelines

 

   

It is strongly recommended to read it. If you have any ideas or inspirations about that – please feel free to contact us: youthDOB@diobrook.org

Prayer for WYD 2023

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In unity with the Local Organizing Committee Lisbon 2023, on the 23rd of each month will be an occasion to pray for World Youth Day in Lisbon. We have started our spiritual preparation on 23rd April, at San Damiano Mission, 85 N 15th St, Brooklyn NY, 11222. (Rectory / Shalom Catholic Community’s House at 21 Nassau Ave., Brooklyn).

In Rome (at the International Youth Centre “Centro San Lorenzo”) members of the Shalom Community care for the Cross and the Icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary “Salus Populi Romani” – symbols of WYD.

We will be praying together for our spiritual preparation, for all young people in the Diocese of Brooklyn who will participate, and for all people who are preparing for this meeting.

The next prayer gathering will take place at San Damiano Mission on 23rd June. All parishes of the Diocese of Brooklyn are invited to organize prayers and masses for this intention.

 

When – every 23rd day of the month

Where – San Damiano Mission (Shalom Catholic Community), 85 N 15th St., Brooklyn NY, 11222. (Community House: 21 Nassau Avenue, Brooklyn)

July – Friday – 7:00 P.M.June – Wednesday – 7:00 P.M.

August – Monday – 7:00 P.M.

September – Thursday – 7:00 P.M.

October – Saturday – 4:00 P.M. (Sunday Vigil Mass)

November – Tuesday – 7:00 P.M.

December – Thursday – 7:00 P.M.

 

More information please: YouthDOB@diobrook.org

Holy Rosary Youth and Young Adults Groups

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Find four people (e.g., your friends, other Youth Ministers, your classmates) and invite them to pray every day, each person one decade or mystery of the Rosary. As you can see, every day your group will pray one set of the Rosary. If in your parish you will have 4 groups like this – you will pray all the Rosary every day.

You will pray every week considering another mystery – once a week you will exchange them.

 

What you need to do:

  1. Find 4 people (with you it will be 5 in total)
  2. Choose one set of the Rosary – Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious, Luminous (here you can find how to pray the Rosary and its mysteries: https://www.usccb.org/how-to-pray-the-rosary)
  3. Once a week you can meet (face to face, respecting all sanitary rules or with Zoom, Teams, etc.) to pray together Rosary and exchange the mysteries) You can do it during your youth ministry meeting. If you can’t meet and pray together, just exchange the mysteries – but do everything you can to not omit meeting. But remember that meetings must be regular!
  4. After 5 weeks change a set of the Rosary (e.g. if you pray with Joyful Mysteries, next pray with Sorrowful Mysteries, etc. ).
  5. You can invite your family to pray with you!
  6. Every week you will receive a common intention from the Youth and Young Adults Formation Director – but remember, you can add your own as well! Intentions will be posted on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/YouthMinistryBrooklyn and Instagram: @bklynyouth
  7. Please tell us about your group – contact your Youth Minister!

More information please: YouthDOB@diobrook.org

ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC ACADEMY TO DEDICATE FACULTY ROOM IN HONOR OF THE SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 25, 2021

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Adriana Rodriguez
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ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC ACADEMY TO DEDICATE FACULTY ROOM IN HONOR OF THE SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH

St. Michael’s Catholic Academy, located at 136-58 41st Avenue in the Flushing section of Queens, will honor the Sisters of St. Joseph of Brentwood at a plaque dedication ceremony on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. in the school’s faculty room.

The Sisters of St. Joseph have had a strong presence at St. Michael’s since shortly after the school opened in 1851, where they served as administrators, teachers, and counselors. Sister Tesa Fitzgerald and Sister Joan Gallagher will represent the Sisters of St. Joseph at the ceremony. They will be joined by Sister Miriam Blake, the last nun to serve as principal, as well as her former assistant, Sister St. William McMahon. Sister Blake and Sister McMahon are the last Sisters of St. Joseph to serve on the staff at St. Michael’s.

“For over 150 years while ministering at St. Michael’s School, the Sisters of St. Joseph showed strength and courage to face the challenges of the times in Flushing, and globally in their mission as women religious. Their progressive and inclusive approach, not only in education but in social issues, continues to inspire the teaching staff at St. Michael’s Catholic Academy as we are challenged with educational reforms while preparing our students to be responsible global citizens,” said Maureen Rogone, Principal.

Monsignor David Cassato, Vicar for Catholic Schools, and Janet Heed, District Superintendent, will represent the Office of the School Superintendent for the Diocese of Brooklyn.

Members of the media are invited to attend and required to adhere to all COVID-19 safety protocols.

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BROOKLYN BOROUGH PRESIDENT ERIC ADAMS HONORS DIOCESE OF BROOKLYN COVID-19 EMERGENCY TASK FORCE

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 24, 2021

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BROOKLYN BOROUGH PRESIDENT ERIC ADAMS HONORS DIOCESE OF BROOKLYN COVID-19 EMERGENCY TASK FORCE

The Diocese of Brooklyn is announcing that this past Friday, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams led a ceremony at Brooklyn Borough Hall recognizing the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn’s Emergency Task Force, which was formed during the COVID-19 pandemic to assist first responders and frontline workers.

Over the course of the pandemic, the task force was able to coordinate the procurement and delivery of 500,000 masks, 100,000 bottles of hand sanitizer, and 40,000 gloves to police and fire personnel, hospitals, nursing homes, and other entities in need throughout the state. The Emergency Task Force also helped deliver 50,000 pizzas to more than 40 hospitals and medical centers as an expression of gratitude to the health care workers on the front lines of the pandemic. They coordinated with the Catholic Telemedia Network (CTN) and the Schools Office for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn to deliver almost 1,000 iPads to 21 Catholic academies across Brooklyn and Queens.

“When COVID-19 sprung on our city without warning, everyday heroes sprang into action to help those in need. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn’s Emergency Task Force showed everyone what our borough is all about, helping to facilitate the delivery of hundreds of thousands of PPE, food, iPads for students, and more. I was proud to recognize members of the task force at Borough Hall, and pay tribute to their heroic sacrifices, which should not be forgotten as our city moves toward re-opening,” said Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams.

“Borough President Adams and his staff took the pandemic seriously early on and we collaborated with us on many of the donations that took place in and around Brooklyn. It’s been an honor to work with him. The Emergency Task Force team and I are grateful for the recognition and his sincere gesture of appreciation,” said Vincent LeVien, Director of the Diocese of Brooklyn’s COVID-19 Emergency Task Force.

At the ceremony, Borough President Adams presented the members of the task force with citations on behalf of the borough of Brooklyn, and thanked them for their tireless efforts to keep New Yorkers safe. City Councilmember Dr. Mathieu Eugene also attended and offered kind words about the efforts of the Diocese of Brooklyn’s Emergency Task Force.

Photo #1- Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams presents official proclamations honoring the members of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn’s Emergency Task Force. Left to right: Dr. Victor Masi, Kim Sisto, David Morales, Dennis Fisin, Borough President Adams, Joseph Vega, Matthew McKeon-Slattery, Wilfredo Vega, Jr., Michael Tatsis, Vincent LeVien, Rob Rich. (Photo courtesy of: Erica Krodman/Brooklyn BP’s office).

Photo #2 – Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams recognizing the Director of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn’s Emergency Task Force Vincent LeVien. (photo credit: Diocese of Brooklyn)

Photo #3- Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams and Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn Emergency Task Force Director Vincent LeVien at Friday’s ceremony outside Brooklyn Borough Hall. (photo credit: Diocese of Brooklyn)

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BROOKLYN CATHOLIC SCHOOL STUDENT AMONG NATIONAL HANDWRITING CONTEST WINNERS; QUEENS SCHOOL WINS AT STATE LEVEL

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 24, 2021

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BROOKLYN CATHOLIC SCHOOL STUDENT AMONG NATIONAL HANDWRITING CONTEST WINNERS

Queens School Wins at New York State Level for 3rd Year in a Row

            The Diocese of Brooklyn is proud to announce that St. Edmund’s Catholic Academy student Caitlyn Ngo has been selected as the 5th Grade Grand National Champion in the Zaner Bloser 2021 National Handwriting Contest, the most prestigious handwriting contest in the United States.

This year marked the 30th Anniversary of the contest, which recognizes student excellence in manuscript (print) and cursive writing. Student entries from grades K-8 are initially part of a school-only handwriting contest and then best entries are submitted to the state competition. The state winners, one from public school and one from private/parochial school from each grade, are then advanced to the competition’s national level for a chance at being selected as the Grand National Champion for their grade.

“We are so proud of Caitlyn for her outstanding achievement. St. Edmund Elementary School’s yearly participation in the Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest exemplifies our dedication to providing our students with a comprehensive educational program that prepares them for success in the future,” said Andrea D’Emic, Principal of St. Edmund’s Catholic Academy.

Additionally, Holy Family Catholic Academy in the Fresh Meadows section of Queens, is proud to announce that Kindergarten student Arron Morocho and 1st Grader Jake Mulryan were selected as state champions for best manuscript/cursive handwriting among hundreds of other students across New York State.

For the third year in a row, Holy Family Catholic Academy has had at least one student recognized as a New York State winner at their grade level. Last year Isabella Ordonez was State Champion for 1st Grade, and in 2019, Philip Saffian was 2nd Grade State Champion and Grand National Championship.

“Holy Family Catholic Academy always wants to see their students do well.  The fact that for three years in a row, we have had a State Handwriting Champion shows that the children care about the quality of their work. The entire HFCA Community is proud of our Champions,” said Mary Scheer, Principal of Holy Family Catholic Academy.

Photos courtesy of the Diocese of Brooklyn.

Photo #1 – Caitlyn Ngo of St. Edmund’s Catholic School displays the trophy she was awarded upon being selected as the 5th Grade National Champion in the Zaner Bloser 2021 National Handwriting Contest.

Photo #2 – From left to right: Holy Family Catholic Academy students named State Champions for Kindergarten and 1st Grade, Arron Morocho Kgn and Jake Mulryan, and 2020 1st Grade New York State Champion Isabella Ordonez.

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MONS. DIMARZIO ANUNCIA LA APERTURA DE LAS IGLESIAS DE BROOKLYN Y QUEENS A LA CAPACIDAD TOTAL, ENTRE OTRAS ACTUALIZACIONES DE LAS MEDIDAS DEL COVID-19

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PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA: 21 de mayo de 2021

 

CONTACTOS DE PRENSA:

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MONS. DIMARZIO ANUNCIA LA APERTURA DE LAS IGLESIAS DE BROOKLYN Y QUEENS A LA CAPACIDAD TOTAL, ENTRE OTRAS ACTUALIZACIONES DE LAS MEDIDAS DEL COVID-19

Mons. Nicholas DiMarzio, obispo de Brooklyn, ha anunciado que a partir de este fin de semana, del 22 y 23 de mayo, todas las iglesias católicas de Brooklyn y Queens pueden regresar a su capacidad máxima. Este es uno de los cambios entre una lista de actualizaciones de las pautas del COVID-19.

“Es un buen día”, dijo el obispo Nicholas DiMarzio, refiriéndose a las restricciones que han estado vigentes en las iglesias desde el pasado mes de marzo. “Nuestras iglesias están abiertas a plena capacidad una vez más, aunque seguimos manteniendo las medidas en vigor sabiendo que hay personas que aún no se han vacunado. No estamos bajando la guardia y, como comunidad, es muy importante que sigamos brindando el entorno más seguro posible para que todos los feligreses puedan regresar”.

El estado de Nueva York, siguiendo las recomendaciones de los Centros para el Control y Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés), ha relajado muchas de las restricciones actuales debido a tasas más bajas de infección y a un mayor número de personas vacunadas contra el COVID-19. Por eso y sin perder de vista el cuidado pastoral de los feligreses de Brooklyn y Queens, el obispo DiMarzio ha emitido las siguientes pautas:

* Las iglesias de Brooklyn y Queens pueden abrir al 100% de su capacidad. Ya no es necesario acordonar un banco entre las filas ocupadas.

* El distanciamiento social sigue siendo necesario para quienes no están vacunados. Los feligreses no vacunados deben distanciarse de los demás, excepto para los miembros de un mismo núcleo familiar.

* Las máscaras faciales siguen siendo obligatorias en la iglesia para aquellos que no están vacunados. Sin embargo, se anima a todos a usar máscaras durante los servicios.

* Se pueden volver a utilizar himnarios y misales.

* Los lectores pueden leer desde el ambón principal o desde el púlpito.

* Los Ministros Extraordinarios de la Sagrada Comunión pueden reanudar su ministerio con una adecuada higiene de manos antes y después de la Sagrada Comunión.

* Las cestas de recolección pueden volverse a usar como de costumbre.

* Se puede reanudar la Procesión del Ofertorio con las ofrendas de pan y vino.

* Los coros cuyos miembros vacunados pueden funcionar con normalidad; mientras que los no vacunados deben continuar manteniendo el distanciamiento social.

* Los monaguillos pueden reanudar su ministerio con los protocolos de higiene adecuados.

* La higiene de las manos y el uso de desinfectantes siguen siendo un requisito. Además, es aconsejable proporcionar desinfectante en las entradas de la iglesia.

* Durante la Sagrada Comunión se seguirá entregando solamente la hostia consagrada. No se compartirá el cáliz para beber de él y aún se recomienda recibir la Comunión en la mano.

La Diócesis de Brooklyn confía en la honestidad de los feligreses en cuanto a su estado de vacunación. La dispensa para asistir a la Santa Misa, que ha estado en vigor desde el inicio de la pandemia, se levantará el fin de semana del 5 y 6 de junio, en la Fiesta del Corpus Christi (la solemnidad del Santísimo Cuerpo y la Sangre de Cristo). Aunque se levantará la dispensa, los que se sientan enfermos, así como quienes atienden a los enfermos, seguirán estando dispensados de la obligación de asistir a Misa.

Se alienta a las parroquias a continuar la transmisión en vivo de la Misa, y DeSales Media continuará la transmisión de la Santa Misa en el canal de cable diocesano, NET-TV, que se puede ver en FIOS por Verizon (canal 548), Spectrum (canal 30), Optimum (canal 30) o el sitio web del canal en netny.tv.

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BISHOP DIMARZIO ANNOUNCES CHURCHES IN BROOKLYN AND QUEENS TO RETURN TO FULL CAPACITY, AMONG OTHER COVID-19 GUIDELINE UPDATES

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 21, 2021

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BISHOP DIMARZIO ANNOUNCES CHURCHES IN BROOKLYN AND QUEENS TO RETURN TO FULL CAPACITY, AMONG OTHER COVID-19 GUIDELINE UPDATES

            The Most Reverend Nicholas DiMarzio, Bishop of Brooklyn, has announced that effective this weekend, May 22-23, all Catholic churches throughout Brooklyn and Queens can return to full capacity.  The change was made among a listing of COVID-19 policy guidance updates.

“It is a good day,” said the Most Reverend Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio, citing the forms of limitations on churches that have been in effect since last March. “Our churches are at full capacity once again, though we continue to keep restrictions in place knowing there are people yet to be vaccinated. We are not giving up our guard and as a community, it is very important that we continue to provide the safest environment possible for all to worship.”

The State of New York, following recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has relaxed many of the current restrictions due to lower rates of infection, and higher numbers of people being vaccinated against COVID-19. Because of that, with the pastoral care of the people of Brooklyn and Queens in mind, Bishop DiMarzio is issuing the following guidelines:

*Brooklyn and Queens churches may open to full 100% capacity. There is no longer a need to rope off a pew between the occupied rows.

*Social distancing is still required for those who are not vaccinated. Unvaccinated parishioners should distance themselves from others who are not members of the same household.

*Masks are still mandatory in church for those who are not vaccinated. However, everyone is encouraged to wear masks while in church.

*Hymnals and missalettes can once again be used.

*Lectors can read from the main pulpit.

*Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion may resume their ministry with proper hand hygiene before and after assisting in the distribution of Holy Communion.

*Collection baskets may resume as normal.

*The Offertory Procession with the gifts of bread and wine can resume.

*Choirs with vaccinated members can operate as normal; unvaccinated choir members must continue to maintain social distancing.

*Altar servers may resume their ministry with proper hygiene protocols.

*Hand hygiene is still required and disinfectant use should be encouraged. Additionally, it is wise to provide disinfectant at church entrances.

The Diocese of Brooklyn is relying on the honesty of the faithful as to their vaccination status. The dispensation from attending Holy Mass, which has been in effect since the start of the pandemic, will be lifted the weekend of June 5-6, on the Feast Day of Corpus Christi (The Solemnity of the Body and Blood of the Lord). Although the dispensation will be lifted, those who are feeling ill and those caring for the sick, continue to be dispensed from the obligation to attend Mass.

Parishes are encouraged to continue live-streaming of Mass, and DeSales Media will continue the broadcast of the Holy Mass on the Diocesan cable channel, NET-TV, which can be seen on FIOS by Verizon (Ch. 548), Spectrum (Ch.30), Optimum (Ch. 30), or the channel’s website at netny.tv.

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