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It has long been a Catholic understanding that when circumstances prevent one from receiving Holy
Communion, it is possible to make an Act of Spiritual Communion, which is a source of grace. Spiritual Communion is an ardent desire to receive Jesus in the Most Holy Sacrament and lovingly embrace him at a time or in circumstances when one cannot receive Him in sacramental Communion. The most common reason for making an Act of Spiritual Communion is when a person cannot attend Mass. Acts of Spiritual communion increase our desire to receive sacramental Communion and help us avoid the sins that would make us unable to receive Holy Communion worthily.

Spiritual Communion Prayer
My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you in my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, Come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there And unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you.
Amen.

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Below is a list of changes we can expect upon return
List of Changes and Instructions:

Before you come…

• REGISTRATION: Register to attend Mass by calling the Parish Offices (315-437-8318) Monday - Thursday between 12-2pm. We must have names and contact information for all attending each Mass in case of outbreak. Online registration will be added at a later date.

• MASKS: All over 2 years old MUST wear a mask covering one’s face at all times. Clergy will not mask during celebration of Mass but must all other times.

• SANITIZER: Please bring sanitizer for your personal use, specifically before receiving Communion.

• REMEMBER: Please follow all signs. We are not to gather or socialize in groups and to use social distancing (6’ apart unless living in same house). The churches will be cleaned after each Mass.

• OUTDOOR MASS: It may be necessary depending a variety of circumstances for Mass to be outside in the parking lot. Please follow directions on where to park. Communion will be by vehicle with masks. More instruction will be available at that time.

When you arrive…

• ENTER THE CHURCH only through the marked door. (SM & SF parking lot side door; SMA accessible door with ramp) and use the sanitizer

• CHOIR: We will have music, but choirs are not allowed.

• HOLY WATER: Holy Water fonts will be empty for our safety

• COLLECTION: Baskets will not be passed. You may drop your offerings in the basket at the door or use online giving (see website faithalive1.com) or mail offerings to the Parish Offices. (229 W. Yates, East Syracuse, NY 13057)

• OFFERTORY: Gift processions are not permitted

• SIGN OF PEACE: Will be omitted to avoid shaking hands

• COMMUNION: Communion lines will follow normal movements but observing social distance. Follow the instructions of the usher. Coming forward use sanitizer and keep mask on. Once you received, step to the side and lower your mask, consume the Host, and replace the mask.

When you leave…• DISMISSAL: We will leave the church as directed by the ushers starting from the closest row to the door keeping social distance. Congregating in the aisles or the parking lot is not allowed.

• BULLETINS: Bulletins will only be handed out by gloved ushers. Copies are available on our website (faithalive1.com) or join Flocknote (text “TRI-PARISH” to 84576)

DISPENSATION FOR THE OBLIGATION OF SUNDAY MASS IS STILL IN EFFECT - STAY SAFE & CHOOSE WISELY

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Sunday Masses Resumes (33% Capacity)
Second Sunday of Lent
February 27 & 28
Registration Required
Use the link below to signup

Click Here To Register On-Line

Please Register by calling the Tri-Parish Office at
315-437-8318 - Mon-Thurs. 12:00 to 2:00 PM

TO INSURE EVERYONE'S SAFETY
THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES ENFORCED
• Register before 2:00 PM on Thursday
• You will need to Register each week
• Regular Mass Schedule will be followed
• Temperatures will be taken at each Mass
• Only one door will be open to enter the Church

Mass Times 
Saturday - 4:30 PM at St. Matthew's
Sunday - 8:00 AM at St. Matthew's
Sunday - 9:30 AM at St. Francis
Sunday - 11:00 AM at St. Mary's 

Donations can also be mailed to:

229 W. Yates Street
East Syracuse, NY 13057

Donations can also be mailed to:
229 W. Yates Street
East Syracuse, NY 13057
Or Drop it in the Mail slot of the Parish Offices - St. Matthew's

Lenten fasting & abstinence

Fasting - Ash Wednesday & Good Friday
Ages 18-59
When fasting a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together are not equal to a full meal

Abstinence - Every Friday During Lent 

No Meat 

Those excused from fasting & abstinence outside the age limits include the physically or mentally ill including individuals suffering from chronic illness such as diabetes, women pregnant or nursing are excluded 

Lenten schedule 2021

Information on Lent and Schedules

Please go to the Event Page for full details

FISH FRY INFORMATION IS ALSO ON THE EVENT PAGE