As most of you know Bishop Zubik announced the Diocese of Pittsburgh plan to return to On-Site Ministry and Worship.  These are guidelines that will help each parish evaluate and come up with their individual plan during this transitional phase of the Corona Virus pandemic.  As noted in the guidelines, we are in the process of developing a “Safety Team” to insure our safety.
 
Meditating on our Parish name, Christ the Divine Shepherd, we know that every good shepherd cares for his flock and most importantly protects them from any threat of harm.  As Allegheny County moves into the “Yellow” phase, we must balance the yearning of returning to what was, our old normal, to the ever changing new normal.  That being said with consultation of the Pastoral Council and some members of the Safety Team we are making plans now for Private Prayer.
 
Private Prayer will be held alternately in both Monroeville and Penn Hills starting on Monday, June 1 ^st  .
 
St. Bernadette will be open for Private Prayer beginning Monday, June 1, 2020
Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11am to 1pm
 
St. Susanna will be open for Private Prayer beginning Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Tuesday and Thursday from 5pm to 7pm
 
Before this can occur, we are in need of volunteers each day at each site to help us coordinate this endeavor.  The volunteers will help welcome attendees, guide social distancing and approved seating, use of masks and hand sanitization, and in accordance with County Health officials, take a roster of all who enter our facilities for contract tracing.  The Safety Team will train you beforehand. 
 
If you feel called to this new Ministry of Hospitality and Safety, and are NOT in a high risk category, please call the Parish Office at 412-373-0050 or email us at bulletin@cdsmph.org. 
 
We realize your deep devotion and anxiousness to return to church.  Please familiarize yourself with the signs and symptoms of this virus stay home if you suspect you have these symptoms and call your health care provider.