As of May 24, 2021, the following protocols are being implemented at St. Joseph’s:

• We will no longer pre-register for Mass.
• Those who are fully vaccinated are not required to wear a face mask at Mass.
• All who prefer to continue wearing facial covering and social distancing are free to do so.
• Those who are not fully vaccinated should observe social distancing of six feet from individuals not in their household. They are to wear a face mask at Mass. Even if fully vaccinated, social distancing from those who are wearing a mask is requested.
• The north section of church (grotto side) will remain a “physical distance section” for those who are required to wear masks and engage in social distancing and/or for those who may be fully vaccinated but wish to continue to follow distancing practices.
• In the east and south sections, the pew ropes have been removed and all pews may be used.
• All church entrances may now be used.
• All ministers of Communion will continue to wear face masks while distributing Communion and will use hand sanitizer prior to distributing.
• The Offertory procession with the gifts of bread and wine will resume.
• At this time, the Precious Blood will still not be offered.
• While in the Communion line, communicants should maintain social distancing from those not in their household.
• Holy Water fonts will remain empty at this time.