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Here is guidance from the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis and a summary of our revised procedures here at Our Lady of Lourdes in response to this pandemic. This letter from Archbishop Bernard Hebda describes the dispensation for Sunday Mass obligation in this archdiocese until further notice. All scheduled Masses will continue to be held at Our Lady of Lourdes.
Cancelled or Postponed Events
The Good Samaritan with Diane Millis - Sunday, March 15 cancelled
Matthew 25 with Susan Stabile - Sunday, March 22 cancelled
Lazarus and the Rich Man with Brother Dylan Perry - Sunday, March 29 cancelledCommunications
As we continue our spiritual journey together (albeit, virtually for a time) there are many resources available. Stay in touch with these connections to both Our Lady of Lourdes and other Catholic media:- Our parish website has Mass intentions and readings, news and events, and information about sacraments, ministries, fellowship and community events. Be sure to follow us on social media as well, on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
- Each Thursday evening, an email newsletter featuring parish news and events is delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to the newsletter for the latest information.
- Tune in to televised Mass at St. Olaf Catholic Church on MCN.
- Consider electronic giving to support our operations and our ministries, particularly at this time.
We are taking precautions during our Liturgies and in our parish facilities to help stop the spread of the virus. We encourage everyone to practice the personal health precautions, such as hand washing and social distancing, being advised by public health officials.- Stay home if you feel sick or have flu-like symptoms.
- We will suspend the cup of Precious Blood at Communion.
- Rather than a handshake at the Sign of Peace, please share a friendly nod or wave and refrain from holding hands during the Our Father.
- We have emptied our Holy Water fonts and hand sanitizer is in the back of church for your convenience.
- Cleaning and sanitation protocols in the church have been stepped up to help prevent transmission of the virus.
Here are resources to help you stay informed about the virus and answer questions you may have:
The Centers for Disease Control
The Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
Oh ever immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comfortess of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy. When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and corporal. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession. My loving Mother, obtain my request. I will try to imitate your virtues so that I may one day share your company and bless you in eternity. Amen.