Important News Regarding Mass Attendance
Health safety guidance for Washington State, the Archdiocese of Seattle and King County are all rapidly changing. As things change, information being communicated may be confusing and or even contradictory.
Our goal at St. Stephens is to have as many people as possible to attend Mass to receive Jesus. The new guidelines outlined below, is a step towards this goal.
After scrutinizing the data available, the Archdiocese of Seattle is requesting all parishes to continue wearing masks for everyone's continued health and safety. While it may be erring on the side of caution, we want to protect everyone in our assembly.
With all parishes now in Phase 3, we no longer require 6 feet of social distancing. At the same time, we recognize that some will want to continue to sit distanced, so we will provide areas for that as well.
Live-streaming and the Underground Church will continue. Registration will still be required for attendance at weekend Masses. Registration for this weekend will open tonight (Friday) at 6:00 PM. Please continue to pray for an end to this pandemic.
This is a big change. Please be understanding and patient with our Seating Team. When greeted, let the Seaters know whether you want to sit in a 6' distanced section or a reduced distance section. You may be asked to sit somewhere different than you are used to, due to having 2 types of sections.
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Please honestly answer the following health screening questions for COVID-19.
To successfully pass screening, you must be able to answer “No” to each of these 6 questions. A “Yes” to even one question is a failed screening and you are asked not to come to our Parish Campus to work or attend Mass or other events until symptom free or cleared by a Doctor.
In the last 14 days, have you: