R.C. DIOCESE OF MOTHERWELL

THIS WEEK'S BULLETIN

We are now open for liturgical services.

Our Bishops have confirmed the following guidance to promote the safety and wellbeing of everyone:
·       All visitors, in line with our existing arrangements, should sanitise their hands when entering and exiting the church. 
·       Social distancing remains in place and must be observed.
·       Face coverings are required to be worn by those attending (except under 5's).
·       A maximum of 50 people per service is being imposed for now, however with family groups this can go up to 76. We, therefore, have introduced a booking system for mass, for weekends only; there is no requirement for bookings on weekdays.
.       We regret that Requiem Masses continue to be limited to 50 while we are in the Scottish Government protection level 2
·       For each service, the parish must retain the names and contact details of all attendees.

Confirmation of arrangements for the reopening of our parish for the public celebration of Mass.
 
The numbers attending Mass require to be strictly controlled to ensure that we comply with the Scottish Government guidance of a maximum of 76, based on the size of the chapel. We, therefore, are required to operate a booking system, however there is no requirement for bookings on weekdays.  Parishioners can request a place via our on-line sysytem
BOOKING MASS IN ST LEONARDS

Please remember to cancel your booking if you no longer need it by returning to eventbrite and clicking 'Contact Event Organiser'.

Individual bookings, in the first instance, will be limited to 5 people from the same household. We recognise that this is not ideal, but this is necessary to ensure that we can maintain social distancing within the church and adhere to the Government’s instructions. We would request that, where possible, the booking is made on-line. This will enable us to keep an up-to-date record of bookings. If you know someone who does not have access to the internet, would you please inform them of these arrangements and, if necessary, place a booking on their behalf. In exceptional circumstances, a telephone booking request can be made by phoning St Leonard’s Pres.  01355247471. At the time of booking, personal information of name and contact details will be required.

Mass will be celebrated in St Leonard’s Church on the following days and times as published on the Eventbrite booking portal:

The chapel will be opened 30 minutes before Mass to allow time to be seated. There is a designated area for wheelchair users and those less mobile. Please note that the toilets are closed except for emergencies.

Having now resumed the celebration of Public Mass, there will be no further opportunities for private prayer in the church.

Making a Booking.
 
While our numbers remain so limited, we are requesting that parishioners book only one Mass at a time to allow as many as possible the opportunity to get to mass. Parishioners who can be more flexible may wish to attend a weekday mass to relieve pressure on the places for a Saturday or Sunday. 

To place a booking log on to
BOOKING MASS IN ST LEONARDS

Please remember to cancel your booking if you no longer need it by returning to eventbrite and clicking 'Contact Event Organiser'.

Do you have a few minutes to spare?
 
To safeguard everyone, pews are sanitised after use whether for private prayer or Mass. Should you feel able to volunteer to assist in the cleaning of the church and the sanitising of pews please speak to Father Dominic or email stleonard@rcdom.org.uk with your contact details and we will get back to you. Gloves, sanitising spray and cloths will be provided.  We would welcome your support.

Arrangements for the distribution of Holy Communion.

Holy Communion will be distributed at the end of mass following the directions given by Father Dominic.

As recipients of Holy Communion approach Father Dominic, face coverings should continue to be worn.

Holy Communion will be placed on the recipient's hands who should then take a few steps to the side, remove his/her face mask  to receive communion, reposition the face mask and leave the church.

It is important that social distancing is maintained until parishioners are well clear of the entrance porch. Parishioners should sanitise their hands on exit, in line with our existing arrangements.

BOOKING MASS IN ST LEONARDS

BOOKING FIRST COMMUNION

Please contact Fr. Dominic to make arrangements to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Telephone  01355247471. Due to the pandemic, it is not possible to use the confessional box in the church.

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