Holy Communion is to be distributed only under the Species of the Sacred Host. The Precious Blood is not to be distributed at this time.
The faithful have the right to receive either on the tongue or in the hand, according to the discipline of the Church
Holy Communion may not be received in the hand if someone is wearing a glove. Instead, proper and diligent hand hygiene should be observed before and after distributing and/or receiving Holy Communion.
The faithful should remove/adjust masks and remove gloves as they approach the minister.
If possible, the reverence and the verbal exchange should take place 6 feet away: Bow The Body of Christ Amen then step forward to receive.
Reception in the Hand: For those receiving in the hand, please approach the priest (or deacon or EMHC), placing your dominant hand under your less dominant hand creating a sort of throne upon which to receive the Lord. After receiving Jesus in your hand, step to the side, and place the Host gently in your mouth, making sure to consume any particles of the Eucharist that remain in your less dominant hand, as even the smallest particle is still Jesus. Then, simply replace your mask and return prayerfully to your seat.
Reception on the Tongue: During this time, it might be better to consider receiving in the hand; however, if you choose to receive on the tongue please adhere to the following: approach the priest (or deacon or Eucharistic Minister). Please allow time for the Host to be placed safely on your tongue, and for the one distributing to remove his hand, so as to avoid contact. After receiving, replace your mask and return prayerfully to your pew.
FRAUD ALERT
Please be aware that we have been notified that a fraudulent email and text account has been created in the name of Father Stephan Philip. These people have been requesting that parishioners purchase gift cards and/or send money. Please do not answer or respond in any way to these fake requests. Father would never ask you to send money or purchase gift cards through an email or text. Father will never make a request to a parishioner for any reason through this form of communication. If Father needs to speak to you he would do so in person. We apologize for any inconvenience.
If you do receive any false requests they should be reported to the local police. Also, please pass this information onto your family and friends so they may also be aware of this fraudulent act.