SS. Philip & James

Good Day SS Philip & James Parishioners,  

With the impending snowstorm that is forecasted for this coming Sunday, January 25, we wanted to provide an update in regard to Sunday Mass.

Despite some variance between forecasting models, we are facing with virtual certainty at least 12 inches of snow accumulation in our area, with precipitation lasting throughout the day Sunday and into early Monday.

With this in mind, we will communicate by 3 PM tomorrow, January 24 the status of Sunday Masses, but we are strongly encouraging that our parishioners plan to attend Mass on Saturday Evening at 4pm AND we will be adding an additional Mass at 5:30 PM.

Regarding Sunday Mass Obligations:

• The Saturday Anticipated Mass (often referred to as the “Vigil”) features the same readings/prayers as its Sunday counterparts and, importantly, fulfills our Sunday obligation just the same.
• If it is not possible for you to attend mass on Saturday evening, know that the obligation to attend mass does not apply in cases of illness, dangerous travel, or other serious reasons.
• The 8:30am Saturday Mass does not fulfill our Sunday obligation.

Any decision to cancel Sunday Masses is not made in haste, and many factors are considered.

Let us all pray for your friends and neighbors along with all those working to keep us safe and mobile in the storm.

Fr. Anthony, Fr. Cassidy and SSPJ Staff