Welcome to San Ignacio Catholic Church!
PARISH MISSION STATEMENT
We, the members of the Roman Catholic community of San Ignacio Parish live in the heart of Martineztown. United in our Eucharistic worship, we strive to do all for the "Greater Glory of God", by reaching out to our community through our parishioners.
In the tradition of our patron saint, San Ignacio de Loyola and under the protection of Our Blessed Mother, Maria Santisima, Mater Dei, we continue the mission of Our Lord Jesus Christ, through our faith in action.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Hotline: 1.855.600.3453
(for all questions regarding health and testing)
1.833.551.0518
(for all non-health issue questions regarding schools,
businesses, childcare, food, supplies, etc.)
Please click COVID-2019 Resources for more resource information.
Reiterations on some of the current restrictions:
- Communion to be received in hand only.
- Mass remains at 25% capacity in the church, with NO congregational singing.
- No choir; only one cantor for singing.
- No groups (prayer, study) over 5 persons, and attending persons should be masked and socially-distanced. (Exception is Mass and blood drives--each at only 25% capacity under same preventive restrictions)
- Anointing of the sick should be delayed unless serious danger of death exists.
Last rites for non-COVID patients can be celebrated, but we should minimize the time spent so as to minimize possibility of cross-infection.
- Graveside services may be held as long as no more than 10 persons at a time--masked and socially-distanced--are at the grave at one time.
The Archbishop reminds us that the promulgated restrictions are NOT OPTIONAL, but clergy are under obedience to follow them without casuistry.
(Casuistry = Doing what you want in spite of what you are told and twisting old rules or ideas to justify it.)
The Archbishop also would like to emphasize:
- Communicants receive in hand with mask on, move aside several feet away from others, bring mask down and then consume. This will hopefully minimize risk of spreading infection.
- Those receiving Holy Communion should offer private prayers of thanksgiving afterwards--outdoors, in their vehicles, when they arrive home, etc.
- Fiestas are to be minimized (or cancelled in our case) this year because of danger of infection, limited to Masses under the then-current restrictions. No food sales, large transfers of materials (auction tickets, etc.)or group gatherings.
- While this may create a financial hardship, the focus must be on protecting life and health and recognizing the reality of the pandemic and its dangers
- Communion to be received in hand only.
- Mass remains at 25% capacity in the church, with NO congregational singing.
- No choir; only one cantor for singing.
- No groups (prayer, study) over 5 persons, and attending persons should be masked and socially-distanced. (Exception is Mass and blood drives--each at only 25% capacity under same preventive restrictions)
- Anointing of the sick should be delayed unless serious danger of death exists.
Last rites for non-COVID patients can be celebrated, but we should minimize the time spent so as to minimize possibility of cross-infection.
- Graveside services may be held as long as no more than 10 persons at a time--masked and socially-distanced--are at the grave at one time.
The Archbishop reminds us that the promulgated restrictions are NOT OPTIONAL, but clergy are under obedience to follow them without casuistry.
(Casuistry = Doing what you want in spite of what you are told and twisting old rules or ideas to justify it.)
The Archbishop also would like to emphasize:
- Communicants receive in hand with mask on, move aside several feet away from others, bring mask down and then consume. This will hopefully minimize risk of spreading infection.
- Those receiving Holy Communion should offer private prayers of thanksgiving afterwards--outdoors, in their vehicles, when they arrive home, etc.
- Fiestas are to be minimized (or cancelled in our case) this year because of danger of infection, limited to Masses under the then-current restrictions. No food sales, large transfers of materials (auction tickets, etc.)or group gatherings.
- While this may create a financial hardship, the focus must be on protecting life and health and recognizing the reality of the pandemic and its dangers
2020 San Ignacio Fiesta Cancelled
In light of the C0VID-19 pandemic and in order to contribute to health and well-being in our community, I have made the difficult decision to cancel the fiesta for this year.
Throughout this difficult time we send best wishes for speedy recovery to community members, who are ill, deep sympathy to those who are grieving, and honor to those who have passed.
We are grateful for those who continue to work and for those who are doing their part by staying safe at home. We are in this together, and together we will get through this!
Thank you for your support, participation and solidarity. We are truly in this together.
Fr. Robert
Throughout this difficult time we send best wishes for speedy recovery to community members, who are ill, deep sympathy to those who are grieving, and honor to those who have passed.
We are grateful for those who continue to work and for those who are doing their part by staying safe at home. We are in this together, and together we will get through this!
Thank you for your support, participation and solidarity. We are truly in this together.
Fr. Robert
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEK AT MASS
Arrival
Expect
Arrival
- Seats will be available on a first come basis.
- Arrive 10-15 minutes early for Mass
- Enter through the side doors of the church (it will be propped open before Mass to prevent the spread of germs on the handle)
- Door will be closed once the limit of people has been reached. No one else will be admitted once this limit is reached.
- Sit every other pew. Maintain social distancing of six feet.
- Communion will be distributed after the dismissal and on the hand only. (English Mass only)
- Leave by the front doors in order to received communion, (English Mass only)
Expect
- No holy water
- No sign of peace
- No hymnals or singing
- Donations can be dropped in the boxes at the entrance of the church or you can donate online.
- The cry room area will be closed
- Freshly sanitized surfaces in the bathrooms and pews after each Mass.
- We will ask you to respectfully dismiss immediately after Mass so that we continue to observe social distancing regulations
- Must wear mask at all times during the mass, this includes children over 3 years old.
Hello everyone!
This Sunday, Masses will be held at the usual time:
9:30 AM for the English Mass
12:00 PM for the Latin Mass
The Governor's latest order restricts us to 25% of our occupancy load. Our occupancy load is 247 people, so that means we can only have 61 people (62 counting me) present for each Mass. This is going to be strictly enforced.
We are currently asking that you attend only 1 Mass for the month of May or perhaps every other week. Your generosity will help more people to be able to attend Mass.
I know 25% does not sound like much, but keep in mind that our normal attendance is usually 85-90 people, we are not too far from what we are used to. I know that this may be frustrating for some of you, but this phase should not last too long and remember that the dispensation from the Sunday Mass obligation is still in effect so if you chose to skip a Sunday to provide a seat for someone else there is no sin attached and you may even receive special graces for your act of charity.
Since we are limited to only 61 people, I'm asking our senior parishioners and those with young children, those who are at a higher risk of infection by the virus, to consider staying home for now.
This is a difficult thing for me to ask, but we have to consider our own safety and the safety of those we may come in contact with. Please remember that when we utilize safe practices we are performing an act of charity. We will never know how many lives we saved by following safety protocols.
Also, everyone in attendance (except children under 3 years old) WILL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR A MASK and maintain social distancing policies. This will also be strictly enforced.
This means that every other pew will be blocked off. You may not be able to sit in your "usual" spot, so please don't remove the tape and signs that are blocking the pews.
Families can sit together, but please leave at least 6 feet between family groups.
There will be no choir , our choir was kind enough to offer their seats so that more people could attend Mass. This means that all the Mass parts will be recited, including the entrance/closing antiphons which will take the place of the entrance/closing hymns.
Mass will be shorter than normal, only about 35-40 minutes and my homily will be very brief.
I know this is not the usual Mass experience you've come to love, but I ask for your continued patience and understanding as we ease back into "normal" routines.
I'm looking forward to celebrating Mass with you again, even if it cannot be all of you at the same time yet.
God bless all of you,
Fr. Robert
This Sunday, Masses will be held at the usual time:
9:30 AM for the English Mass
12:00 PM for the Latin Mass
The Governor's latest order restricts us to 25% of our occupancy load. Our occupancy load is 247 people, so that means we can only have 61 people (62 counting me) present for each Mass. This is going to be strictly enforced.
We are currently asking that you attend only 1 Mass for the month of May or perhaps every other week. Your generosity will help more people to be able to attend Mass.
I know 25% does not sound like much, but keep in mind that our normal attendance is usually 85-90 people, we are not too far from what we are used to. I know that this may be frustrating for some of you, but this phase should not last too long and remember that the dispensation from the Sunday Mass obligation is still in effect so if you chose to skip a Sunday to provide a seat for someone else there is no sin attached and you may even receive special graces for your act of charity.
Since we are limited to only 61 people, I'm asking our senior parishioners and those with young children, those who are at a higher risk of infection by the virus, to consider staying home for now.
This is a difficult thing for me to ask, but we have to consider our own safety and the safety of those we may come in contact with. Please remember that when we utilize safe practices we are performing an act of charity. We will never know how many lives we saved by following safety protocols.
Also, everyone in attendance (except children under 3 years old) WILL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR A MASK and maintain social distancing policies. This will also be strictly enforced.
This means that every other pew will be blocked off. You may not be able to sit in your "usual" spot, so please don't remove the tape and signs that are blocking the pews.
Families can sit together, but please leave at least 6 feet between family groups.
There will be no choir , our choir was kind enough to offer their seats so that more people could attend Mass. This means that all the Mass parts will be recited, including the entrance/closing antiphons which will take the place of the entrance/closing hymns.
Mass will be shorter than normal, only about 35-40 minutes and my homily will be very brief.
I know this is not the usual Mass experience you've come to love, but I ask for your continued patience and understanding as we ease back into "normal" routines.
I'm looking forward to celebrating Mass with you again, even if it cannot be all of you at the same time yet.
God bless all of you,
Fr. Robert
Reopening Our Churches
Directives for the public celebration of the Eucharist:
200514 News Release: Archbishop John C. Wester Announces Directives for the Public Celebration of the Eucharist Beginning May 17, 2020 More>
Directives for the Public Celebration of the Eucharist
Please find below the directives for the public celebration of the Eucharist as we cautiously begin to resume normal operations step-by-step beginning this weekend, May 17.
"It is of paramount importance to be reminded that the Church values everyone's safety and well-being. Life is sacred and we are taking every precaution to protect our people from the coronavirus."
Archbishop John C. Wester
Please find below the directives for the public celebration of the Eucharist as we cautiously begin to resume normal operations step-by-step beginning this weekend, May 17.
"It is of paramount importance to be reminded that the Church values everyone's safety and well-being. Life is sacred and we are taking every precaution to protect our people from the coronavirus."
Archbishop John C. Wester
Rev. Carlos Gonzales
Effective immediately Fr. Carlos Gonzales will no longer be celebrating the Extraordinary Form of the Mass (Traditional Latin Mass) at San Ignacio Catholic Church.
The Traditional Latin Mass will continue to be held at San Ignacio at noon once the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
I will be the celebrant and I ask for your patience during this transition. Low Mass will be the standard for the first month or so as I learn the Missa in Cantu or High Mass.
I have posted below the letter from the Office of the Archbishop which fully explains the reasons for this change.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please keep Fr. Gonzales in your prayers.
Fr. Robert Bustamante
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Pastoral Letter on COVID-19 Crisis - March 15, 2020
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