Ss. John and Paul Parish

The following guidelines are in effect until further notice:

SUNDAY AND DAILY MASS. Ss. John and Paul Parish is following our normal Sunday schedule for in-person Mass; however, Sunday obligation is still suspended and Mass will be still be available through our Facebook page and our YouTube channel, with a link on the parish website. Click here for more details on the protocols. Click here for Sunday readings and reflection questions.

Daily Mass is offered Thursday at 5:30 pm, and Wednesday through Friday at 9 am. As of the week of June 6th, Daily Mass has moved back to the day chapel.

Please continue to observe physical distancing from other households in the church.

The mask mandate has been lifted by the Diocese of Des Moines, but Ss. John and Paul continues to encourage mask use for Mass when large numbers of people are in the worship space for a substantial amount of time. Mask use is strongly encouraged for those who are not yet vaccinated. Find more, including links to the Letter from the Bishop, and General Information for attending Mass here.

SOME PARISH MEETINGS HAVE RESUMED. Most events or activities are taking place through electronic means of engagement, or are being adapted to be smaller, physically distanced gatherings. No outside groups will meet in parish facilities at this time.

PARISH FAITH FORMATION: Our Intergenerational Faith Formation Program is online this year. Youth Ministry is presently meeting in person. Sacramental preparation will have a combination of in person and online sessions. Find faith formation opportunities for your entire household here.

OFFICE HOURS: Staff has resumed normal office hours. Our summer schedule is from 9 am-5 pm, Monday-Thursday, and 9 am-12 noon on Friday. It is still prudent to contact staff members by email or phone to set up an in-person appointment. Find staff contact information here.

Click the photo link, below, for more details and information on the parish's COVID-19 response.

Stay healthy, prayerful and hopeful!

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