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IMPORTANT: BUILDING CLOSURE (7/30-7/31)
Dear Parishioners and Catholic Hoos,
I was notified that an individual who attended a public Mass on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at Saint Thomas Aquinas has tested positive for COVID-19. This individual is receiving the appropriate medical attention.
Following government and diocesan protocols, I immediately notified local health officials and our diocesan officials to make them aware of the situation.
Per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and diocesan guidelines, the spaces occupied by this individual will close immediately and remain closed until it can be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. All ministries scheduled to be in these spaces that cannot meet virtually will be cancelled during this time as well. Mass and Confessions on Thursday have been canceled.
Our plan is to have the church closed through the afternoon of July 31st. We will re-open with the 5:15pm Mass on July 31st.
Out of care and concern for every staff member, student, and community members, I urge you to contact your primary health care provider immediately if you feel ill.
Please join me in praying for this individual and all who are affected by COVID-19 at this time.
In Christ,
Father Joseph Barranger, OP
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UPDATE: BUILDING NOW OPEN (7/31, 3:30PM)
Dear Parishioners and Students,
As per our email yesterday, we have shut down the church, cleaned and sanitized the facilities appropriately, and will reopen with the 5:15pm Mass today. Thank you for your prayers and patience as we work to ensure a safe place for our parishioners, students, staff, and guests.
We have received many questions regarding the exposure to a COVID-19+ case and would like to provide a few points of further clarification.
The individual attended the 5:15pm Mass on Sunday, July 19th. The individual observed all established protocols, including masks and hand sanitizing, was socially distanced from other households, and only entered the main church. The spaces have been cleaned and sanitized daily since that time and as a further precaution were cleaned/sanitized again this afternoon. We apologize for any confusion or anxiety that was caused by this lack of clarity.
We continue to be vigilant during this unique time so that we can continue to serve you and provide a safe environment to encounter the Lord Jesus in His sacramental presence. Your prayers, support, and patient understanding are greatly appreciated during this time. As the mystical body of Christ, each of us has been entrusted with different roles and responsibilities (1 Cor 12:12). This unity in the midst of diversity is founded in the Holy Spirit and we rejoice at its presence in our parish in such trying times.
If you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
God bless.
Fr. Joseph Barranger, O.P.
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A University Parish
Welcome to St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish, serving the students, faculty, and staff of the University of Virginia. For over fifty years, the Friars of the Order of Preachers of the Province of St. Joseph have served here on the edge of the beautiful Grounds of Mr. Jefferson's University. Under the pastoral care of the Dominican friars, our vibrant and active parish enthusiastically embraces the mission of spreading the joy of the Gospel to the university and beyond.
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Announcements
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Join us for the celebration of the Mass on the Solemnity of the Assumption, Saturday, August 15, at 9am. Click the header to register.Read More -
In your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of parishioner John Dolzer, who passed away on March 30, 2020. Join us for a Memorial Mass at 12NOON on Saturday, August 8th. Click the header to register.Read More -
Join us for Mass on the Solemnity of Our Holy Father St. Dominic, founder of the Order of Preachers: August 8th at 9AM. Members of the Lay Fraternity of St. Dominic will receive advancements at this Mass. Click the header to register.Read More
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Flocknote Messages
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yesterdayThree Upcoming Masses August 2020 | St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish Apologies for broken links and thanks for your patience! God bless! The Solemnity of St. Dominic Join us for Mass (with Laity...
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yesterdayThree Upcoming Masses August 2020 | St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish The Solemnity of St. Dominic Join us for Mass (with Laity Advancements) at 9AM on Saturday, August 8th. Click here to register.
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Homilies
During the COVID-19 outbreak, we will feature homilies from our priests on our website.
Follow this link to read more and to explore our homily archive.
Prayer Requests
The Dominican priests remember our parishioners daily at Mass. CLICK HERE to send your prayer requests!
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For all who are able: thank you for your continued support, even during this difficult time. Click the logo to access our Parish Giving portal.
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Contact Us!
Many members of our staff will be working remotely. We are still "open", just virtually. Contact us here
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Resources, Resources, Resources!
Prayers for Home when Attending Mass is not Possible
Click here for an "at home" resource!
Prayer for Protection
Click here for the prayer (provided by our Knights of Columbus).Indulgence Decree
The Church has granted opportunities for indulgences. Click here to read the decree.
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FORMED has opened their doors with lots of free content to sustain us through the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to browse.
For subscription content, our parish code is: GKQCNW.
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