Browsing the March 2020 archive of COVID-19 Blog Entries
How to Hand Wash Catholic Style
Posted by Rev. James T. Gregory on 3/23/20
Three Prayers from the Catholic Health Association of the United States
Posted by Rev. James T. Gregory on 3/21/20
For Peace in Anxiety During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Loving God, we come to you full of anxiety about what may happen in the coming days and weeks. Shower us with the peace Jesus promised to his disciples, and make us into steady pillars for those around us. In this ... Read More »
Men's Club Scholarship Application
Posted by Rev. James T. Gregory on 3/19/20
The Scholarship Program of the Prince of Peace Parish Men's Club was founded in 1994 to recognize high school seniors who are accepted by an accredited college and have remained active in the practice of their Catholic faith. With the office's limited hours, the Men’s Club Scholarship applications can ... Read More »
Youth Ministry Clothing Drive
Posted by Rev. James T. Gregory on 3/19/20
The collection of soft textiles such as clothing, shoes, bedding, towels, accessories, and hard items like kitchen items, small appliances, knick-knacks, holiday décor, sporting goods, etc. scheduled for this weekend, March 21/22, has been postponed to the weekend of June 6/7.
Items cannot be collected ahead of time.
Please ... Read More »
The Televised Mass
Posted by Rev. James T. Gregory on 3/18/20
We are exploring the possibility of live streaming a Sunday Mass from the sanctuary of Saint Teresa of Avila Church. We will let you know the time as soon as possible. If the Mass is not streamed, we will post a recorded video of the Mass on our parish ... Read More »
Parish Contributions
Posted by Rev. James T. Gregory on 3/18/20
On a more sensitive note, a few parishioners have expressed their concerns regarding the impact on the parish’s finances without any collections. Though we are unable to attend Mass during this period, it goes without saying that their continuing financial support of the parish is crucial for its ... Read More »
Anyone in Need?
Posted by Rev. James T. Gregory on 3/18/20
Two parishioners as well as the Knights of Columbus have made themselves available for anyone, especially the elderly, who may need extra assistance during this difficult time. If you know of anyone who is in need, please call the office at (203) 263-2008 and leave a message with Mary ... Read More »
Please Stay in Touch
Posted by Rev. James T. Gregory on 3/18/20
Please check our website on a regular basis for updates. You will find a blog that will keep you informed on all the news relating to how the coronavirus disease of 2019 is affecting our parish under the new COVID-19 Updates tab. Under the same tab you will find a ... Read More »
Pray!
Posted by Rev. James T. Gregory on 3/18/20
Please pray for:
those who have contracted COVID-19
the repose of the souls of those who have died from it
scientists, researchers, engineers, and medical professionals who are looking for effective ways to confront this virus
health care professionals who are treating this illness
civil and religious leaders who ... Read More »