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The gradual easing of restrictions which enables the faith community to gather in a way in which we are used to has come as a welcome relief to many. Funerals are still limited to one hundred people, but it was wonderful to be singing at Mass last weekend because music is such an integral part of our worship.
 
The next stage in our worship at Sts Peter and Paul will advance in two ways but still in keeping with Government regulations.  The number attending any Sunday Mass can now increase to one hundred.  It is still advised that if you know which Mass you are attending to contact the Parish Office beforehand as this will save time at the door of the church at your arrival.
 
If you are not already on the list, please arrive early at the church as you must register at the door on your arrival.  Each family group and individual must complete the form with your name and telephone number.
 
By completing the above details, you are also acknowledging that you comply with the conditions that have been set down as law by the State Government. These conditions are:
  • You do not have any symptoms associated with COVID-19 (e.g. fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, sneezing/runny nose or loss of sense of smell)
  • You do not have COVID-19 nor are you awaiting the results from being tested for COVID-19
  • You have not been in contact with any known or suspected cases of COVID-19 in the past 14 days
  • You have not returned, or been in contact with anyone else who has returned, from overseas or a declared COVID-19 hotspot within Australia in the past 14 days.
I am very grateful to those parishioners including the Holy Communion Ministers who we hope at this time will now participate in a new ministry of welcoming people to Mass and coordinating the completion of registration at the door of the church.  As we work within the limits of these necessary requirements we are becoming more akin to the worshipping community who praise God in Word, Sacrament and in community presence.
 
It is great that we can gather in this way, albeit with these conditions, because as we know from the experience in southern States this is a particularly contagious virus and being conscious of one another is vital in keeping everyone safe.   Thank you for your cooperation and patience and please contact me if you have any helpful suggestions.
 
God bless,
Fr Kevin