JOSEPH EDWARD STRICKLAND
BY THE GRACE OF GOD AND THE APOSTOLIC SEE
BISHOP OF TYLER
D E C R E E

Suspending the Public Celebration of Mass and
Enacting Other Measures

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March 23, 2020 Notice to St. Francis of the Tejas Parish members from Fr. Joby:

As you are aware, the Bishop has suspended public Holy Mass until further notice due to the corona virus but, I will continue to offer daily Mass for your intentions.
 
Let me reassure you that my prayers will continue for the people of our parish and I will be here on Sunday to celebrate private Mass for your intentions. Church door will be opened so anyone who wish to come and spend some time with the Lord may do so.
 
If an emergency should arise and someone is in need of Last Rites, please contact me directly, 903-472-5456.
 
Concerning the offertory, parishioners can either mail their envelopes or simply drop by the church office on Mondays or Tuesdays.
 
The Holy Eucharist is the center piece of our faith; however, Jesus calls us to be holy every day. We should continue to live our faith through good works and prayer. We make time each day, especially on Sunday to keep the Lord’s Day Holy. We can do this by family prayer, scripture reading, praying the divine chaplet, and especially praying the Most Holy Rosary.
 
Finally, this too shall pass! As we continue this trying time, remember to pray for all those who are affected by the corona virus, families, nurses, doctors, and the health care industry.
 
I ask you please remember me in your prayers as I will pray for you.
 
Yours in Christ
Fr. Joby C Thomas

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