Hello Everyone from Father Pat,
We are living in a "new normal", I guess that's the way things are being described today. I'm not sure what that means exactly, but I 'm confused as I'm sure the rest of you are as well. We are social beings and as a result, this "new normal" is very difficult and different.
Having said that please know that I am keeping you all in my prayers and celebrating Mass daily for the special intention of all the parishioners of All Saints on the Hudson! I will continue to update the website on hours that St. Paul"sand St. Peter's are open for private prayer. The posted hours on the 1st page of the website will continue to be in effect until further notice!
Hours for daily personal prayer:
St. Paul's --- 8 AM till 6 PM
St. Peter's --- 8 AM till 6 PM
On another topic due to the requirements of social distancing being adopted by the State of NY, we have had to cancel all public gatherings, therefore I as your Pastor have been instructed to celebrate the Mass on all Sundays' in ISOLATION!
There have been many questions regarding Palms on Palm Sunday will they be available at the Church entrances and exits and the answer is "NO" -- we as Priests have been forbidden to even "Bless" them in these difficult times due to the potential spread of contaminants.
As for Holy Week also known as the TRIDUUM, I have been instructed to also celebrate those Holy Days in ISOLATION!
I have decided not to Live Stream the Masses for a variety of reasons !! I am available by phone at any time for any questions you may have, my cell number in case you do not have it handy is:
Cell Phone # 518-813-5090
E-Mail: frpat.aspspp@gmail.com
These are difficult times for everyone but be assured I will continue to keep all of you in my PRAYERS!
May God continue to keep all of you healthy and remain in His Peace!