WELCOME TO SAINT OLAF CATHOLIC CHURCH
Saint Olaf is open for Daily and Weekend Mass
Join us for private prayer until 5:30pm in our chapel.
We continue to follow recommended protocols from the CDC, Minnesota Department of Health, and
Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis and have procedures in place to be as safe as possible.
NOTICE:
The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis has released the following memo
effective April 1, 2022:
The Centers for Disease Control, tracking COVID pandemic trends, now classify
the entire Twin Cities area with a
Community Level risk of “Low.” It is still
advisable to practice good hygiene, keep indoor spaces well ventilated,
and
(when showing symptoms) isolate and get tested. However, urging all to wear
masks, keep social distance,
and avoid large gatherings is no longer required.
Consequently, as of Friday April 1, 2022 the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and
Minneapolis
is rescinding all pandemic restrictions for liturgical celebrations. If
individual persons or parishes believe it is
prudent to retain some
restrictions, or to phase them out incrementally, they are permitted to do so.
Further, if the pandemic resumes its virulence, it may be necessary to
reinstate some protocols.
Saint Olaf embraces the policy: We support Facemasks. Wearing one is optional.
Saint Olaf Church Protocol
- We support Facemasks. Wearing one is optional.
- Sanitize your hands - stations are available around the church building
- Two sections of pews are cordoned off for those who need or would like to maintain distancing.
The front, west side section of the church in front of the tabernacle, and
The mid-left, east section of the church on the organ side
- Communion: follow directions given by the presider.
You can help us keep safe by following our procedures during your visit.
We will also continue to Live Stream our 12:00Noon Daily Mass Monday - Friday and the Sunday 10:00am Mass.
CLICK HERE FOR THE LIVE STREAM LINK
WELCOME TO SAINT OLAF
Please be attentive to the following:
• If you are sick, please stay home
• Hand sanitizer is available
• We support Facemasks. Wearing one is optional.
• Please follow the directions of the Greeters and Ushers who are
here to help and protect you
• Instructions about how to receive Communion will be given
during Mass.
- Fr. Kevin Kenney, Pastor, Fr. Wehmann, Associate Pastor, and the staff of Saint Olaf
The daily Mass schedule is as follows:
Monday - Friday
7:00am MASS in Chapel
7:30am - till line ends RECONCILIATION in Chapel
12:00Noon MASS in Main Church
Tuesday & Thursday 12:30pm - till line ends RECONCILIATION in Chapel
Saturday 12:00Noon MASS in Main Church
12:30pm - till line ends RECONCILIATION in Main Church
Weekend Masses follow our regular schedule:
Saturday: 4:00pm
Sunday: 6:00am, 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00Noon, and 4:00pm
Worship/Prayer:- We are posting Fr. Kevin's Weekday Liturgical commentary for your personal reflection time.
This can be found on the front page of the website, click on the photo of Fr. Kevin and then select
the day of the week that you would like to read.
- Pray for those who have contracted the virus, as well as their family, friends, and the health care workers assisting them.
- Pray for those who are working on the front lines to fight this pandemic and bring care and healing to all those impacted.
- Visit the Saint Olaf Prayer Request (upper right corner of this website) to request prayers provided by our dedicated prayer partners.
Saint Olaf appreciates your continued support during this time:
Consider supporting Saint Olaf via online giving, visit www.SaintOlaf.org/give for one time gifts or to set up recurring gifts.
We appreciate your continued support to help us meet our financial obligations.
Moral Considerations regarding COVID-19 Vaccines
- CLICK HERE for the link to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) paper regarding ethics of getting a vaccine.
Minnesota Department of Health provides excellent resources on where to get tested, availability of vaccines, and how to protect yourself
and your loved ones. CLICK HERE for the link to www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/
A couple of reminders:
If you are ill, please stay home until you feel better.
Wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
We support Facemasks. Wearing one is optional.
PRAY for a resolution of this pandemic.