Parish Resources

In light of the reintroduction of the public celebration of Holy Mass as early as June 1, 2020 in all the Latin Rite Dioceses in Alberta, the Diocese is compelled to provide clergy, parish staff and volunteers with as much resources as possible to support them in this major undertaking. It is important for clergy and staff to recognize that the safety of everyone is imperative and that there may be a need to scale back on what is being offered especially in the early phases in order to assure that the guidelines are observed for the dignity of the holy liturgy and the wellbeing of all people.

For further assistance and guidance, please contact Fr. Wilbert Chin Jon at 403-218-5529 or Wilbert.ChinJon@calgarydiocese.ca.

What's New?

Memorandum - Temporary Face Covering Bylaw for Calgary & Banff (July 29)
- UPDATES:
  If your parish follows the diocesan guidelines and requires parishioners to pre-register for Mass and have walk-ins only before Mass begins as doors are shut and locked as soon as Mass is underway (not leaving opportunity for people to just walk in during the Mass), churches in Calgary can continue the practise of letting the parishioners decide whether to wear the mask while stationary in the pews. The only time we require them to wear a mask is while on the Communion line for the reception of Holy Communion and when physical distancing is not possible.
  - WEDDINGS AND FUNERALS – The City does not consider weddings and funerals as public events where parishioners are free to walk in during the ceremonies, therefore, our current diocesan guidelines and practise apply and do not need any modifications.
  - Parish Office Space – In sections of the parish office that are not readily accessible to parishioners, staff do not have to wear masks while at work. They have to wear masks when entering any common areas in the church when the church is open and where they may encounter parishioners, i.e. narthex and hall ways, church nave, parish hall, public washrooms, public kitchens, rooms…
  - Meetings – When meetings are not for the public, there is no need to wear masks as long as those attending are observing the required physical distance and the other safety precautions.
  - Rule of Thumb: People will be expected to wear a face covering in any part of an enclosed space to which the public can readily access. If the public does not have access to it, it will be exempt under the bylaw.
  - The Bylaw requires business operators or owners to display messaging in public entryways of the business or vehicle. Download and print posters available in different languages from here.
They Still Bring Forth Fruit in Old Age: A Lesson on Caring in the Midst of the Covid-19 Pandemic. A Message by the Executive Committee of the CCCB (July 1)

How to receive Holy Communion

Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/bbVIyS9HTZE | Download Video
Guidance on wearing Non-Medical Face Masks

Vertical Divider

The Reintroduction

Human Resources

Finance & Administration

Finance & Administration Update

Health & Safety

Posters & Signage

Find here downloadable posters and signage for your parish.

Click here to access the download folder

NEW POSTER

UPDATED POSTER

UPDATED! With the latest Assessment Questions (App IV)

NEW! Appendix IV Self Assessment printable

With left/right arrow directions

Available with & without arrows

Available for both Enter & Exit, with & without direction

Exit & Entrance direction with left & right arrows

One Way directions with left, right, up and down arrows

Alternatively, you may also find some of the posters in the Govt. of Alberta website helpful: https://www.alberta.ca/covid-19-information-posters.aspx

Decals & Banners

If you need other printed materials, such as decals, standing banner etc., below is a list of suppliers to check out. Note that there are many suppliers and companies out there that provide similar products and services. The Diocese does not endorse these companies but only provides them as a form of support as you prepare for the reintroduction of the public celebration of Mass. Feel free to suggest other companies you may be familiar with, and we can add them to the list of resources.

Copy Repro, Calgary
- Contact Darrell Martindale at 403-264-4033 | Website
- Download list of customizable pre-assembled signage kits for COVID-19, includes markers, decals, boards, face masks & shields
Minuteman Press
- Contact Terry Gonzalez at 403-338-1115 | Website
Diocesan.com (US) for parish-friendly designs for welcoming parishioners back to Mass (banners, A-frames, floor graphics, and flags).
- Contact 1-877-212-7317. Check items here.

Cleaning & Sanitizing

Here is a list of cleaning and sanitizing suppliers in case your regular supplier is unable to provide for your immediate needs. We hope that this will assist you especially during Stage 1 of the Reintroduction of the Public Celebration of Mass. Feel free to suggest other companies you may be familiar with, and we can add them to the list of resources.

Check list of suppliers for cleaning supplies & sanitizing

Online Event Tools

It is necessary that the privacy of registrants be always respected. Whatever online event system the parish will use, the names of registered attendees must not be accessible or visible to the other attendees. It is also important clearly to communicate that registration is free of charge.
The following are examples of companies that provide online tools for registration.

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca
Canada Helps: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/for-charities/ticketed-events/
Signup Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com
Signup.com: https://www.signup.com
Pastor's Toolbox ($45/month): https://pastorstoolbox.com/
Volunteer Signup: https://volunteersignup.org/

Resources for the Reintroduction of the Public Celebration of Holy Mass