Parish News

• 2020 Diocesan Annual Appeal

   

• Weekend Mass Livestreaming

  Livestreaming is available for weekend Masses. Click the image above for more information.

   

• Public Gathering Guidelines

  THE DISPENSATION FROM MASS IS STILL IN PLACE
  Our most vulnerable parishioners
  are encouraged to stay home for their own safety.
  Those exhibiting any symptoms related to COVID-19
  (fever, shortness of breath, cough)
  should stay home for the safety of others.
  
  CURRENT PUBLIC SCHEDULE
  Saturday (Vigil) 4:30PM Mass
  Sunday 7:30AM & 10:00AM Mass
  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30AM Mass
  Thursday 6:00-7:00PM Confessions & Adoration
  
  PUBLIC GATHERING GUIDELINES

  1. Gatherings are limited to no more than 25%* of total capacity.
  a. The actual number of attendees is dependent upon on groupings per household as social distancing differs for individuals versus families.
  b. The Parish Hall will be used for overflow seating if necessary (as it is for Christmas and Easter).
  
  2. The recommended social distancing guideline of six feet will need to be respected.
  a. Attendees will be required to occupy assigned seats.
  b. Attendees living in the same household will be permitted to sit together.
  
  3. Masks must be worn by all in attendance.
  a. Attendees are encouraged to provide their own masks.
  b. A limited number of disposable masks will be available at the church for those who arrive without.
  
  4. Additional General Information:
  a. Attendees will be required to enter through the front doors of the church only.
  b. Personal items are permitted in the church but are subject to disposal if left behind.
  c. Due to strict cleaning regulations, access to the Parish Hall and restrooms will be limited.
  
  » LITURGICAL MINISTERS
  We understand that some are not ready or capable of returning to ministry just yet, but we will be unable to open on weekends without sufficient help. Please prayerfully consider your ability to assist us.
  
  The following ministries are needed at each weekend Mass:
  GREETERS welcome upon arrival and facilitate exiting. One greeter is needed at each Mass.
  USHERS seat attendees and facilitate reception of Communion. Two ushers are needed at each Mass.
  BOTH GREETERS & USHERS will also assist with sanitizing the church at the conclusion of each gathering. 
  LECTORS will maintain normal duties with the proclamation of the Word and intentions. One Lector is needed at each Mass.
  SACRISTANS will maintain normal duties before and after Mass. One Sacristan is needed at each Mass.
  EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION will assist during the distribution of Holy Communion. One EMHC is needed at each Mass.
  YOUTH ALTAR SERVERS will not be permitted to volunteer at this time.
  
  Please notify us of your willingness to serve in any of these capacities by filling out the availability form HERE or by contacting the Parish Office at 570-322-5935. The greatest need is for Ushers and Greeters.
  
  » LIVE BROADCAST SCHEDULE
  Masses will continue to be livestreamed Saturdays at 4:30PM on www.stannrcc.org/masses and www.facebook.com/saintannrcc and posted for replay on www.youtube.com/saintannrcc.
  
  » INDIVIDUAL PRIVATE PRAYER
  The church is available for prayer before our Eucharistic Lord in the Tabernacle Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 3:00PM and Saturday from 9:00AM to 12:00PM. The church can be accessed with the Adoration Chapel code at the Parish Hall entrance (lower parking lot). If you would like the code, please contact the Parish Office at 570-322-5935.

  
  Please note that guidelines provided by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Diocese of Scranton are fluid. They may vary by region and change with little advance notice. The most updated information for our parish will always be found here under “Parish News” on our website.
  
  Thank you for your continued patience, cooperation, and understanding.