Saturday, August 1 & Sunday, August 2 Masses
There's still plenty of room at this weekend's Masses! Sign-up remains open until filled, so feel free to sign up right until the last minute.
Sign-up now open for Masses through August 30.
Ushers/Ministers of Hospitality Needed
We are in need of Ministers of Hospitality to serve at weekend Masses. At this time, we are only able to accept volunteers who have previously completed training as an Usher, Eucharistic Minister or Welcome Desk Minister, and those who are considered vulnerable will not be allowed to serve in this capacity. Anyone interested should contact the parish office at 410-974-4366.
We continue to require sign-ups due to advanced seating preparations required to ensure the safety and proper social distancing of those in attendance. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
2020 Confirmation Mass Sign-Ups
Due to COVID seating restrictions, 2020 Confirmation Masses are private and sign-ups are limited ONLY to Confirmation Candidates and their guests. Masses will be held at St. Andrew by the Bay.
Candidates - CLICK HERE to select your Confirmation Mass
Additional details regarding logistics, dress code, rehearsal, etc. will be sent to families via email by July 24.
Questions? Contact meredith.powell@archbalt.org.
Coming Next Month: The History of the Church in 5 Hours
7:00-8:00pm Mondays, August 10-September 14 (excluding Labor Day)
Deacon Dave Tengwall takes us on a Zoom journey through time. Discover how we got from Jesus and Peter to the People of God and Pope Francis.
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS AND ZOOM LINK
Little Sisters of the Poor 2020 Nun Run (Virtual)
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 7th annual Nun Run will be a virtual race! By signing up, you are a Superhero to the Little Sisters of the Poor and the Residents of St. Martin’s Home who thankfully depend on you for your continued generosity! Know that the Little Sisters and Residents will be cheering virtually as you run or walk! (Don’t forget to register with your parish name for the Parish Pride award!)
CLICK HERE FOR RACE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION (www.charmcityrun). Contact adevbaltimore@littlesistersofthepoor.org with questions.
PREP Registration Now Open for All Grades
Elementary PREP registration link:
https://www.osvhub.com/st-andrew-by-the-bay-church/forms/prep-registration-form-2019-2020-1-1-1-1
MS/HS PREP registration link:
https://www.osvhub.com/st-andrew-by-the-bay-church/forms/prep-registration-form-2019-2020-1-1-2
Click HERE for PREP registration details
Mass Intentions
We are now able to schedule Mass intentions by phone only (the parish office remains closed to the public). To schedule a Mass intention, please call the office Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:30am-12:30pm. Donations for Mass intentions may be mailed to the office or dropped in the offertory with "Mass Intention" in the memo. We are unable to distribute Mass cards to parishioners at this time; however, parish staff will mail Mass cards directly from the office to the recipient upon request.
Ministry Leader Meetings
Fr. Andrew is looking forward to meeting with the ministry leaders of our parish ministries. If you are a ministry leader and have not yet had a chance to meet with Fr. Andrew, please contact the parish office at 410-974-4366 to arrange an in-person or virtual meeting.
Caring for Creation
‘Young people demand change. They wonder how anyone can claim to be building a better future without thinking of the environmental crisis and the sufferings of the excluded” Laudato Si’ (13)
• As a family, go on a nature walk. Talk together about how you each see God reflected in nature.
• What creatures in nature are your favorite? Have a family discussion about this.
• Plan an outing to a place where you can enjoy the gifts of God’s creation. Take turns sharing what you enjoyed most about being outdoors.
• Find a place in your living room where you can set up a small “altar” of special things that can remind you of caring for our common home. Add special symbols and photos or pictures that help to keep your gaze on the beauty and wonder of creation.
Preschool Update
If all goes as planned, St. Andrew by the Bay Preschool will start on schedule in the fall! Our first day of classes will be Tuesday, September 8. We are going to be changing things up a little to be in cooperation with social distancing regulations.
- Teachers will most likely wear masks all day, but definitely at drop-off and pick-up.
- Drop-off and pick-up will be via parking lot to limit the number of people in the building.
- Toys and surfaces will be cleaned multiple times a day.
- Children will practice standing with their arms out to their sides to keep distance between each other.
- Hand sanitizing stations have been installed in every classroom.
We will have spaces available in our MWT & T/Th 2s, T/Th 3s, and M-F 4’s. (These are all morning classes.)
Upcoming Dates:
August 26 – Orientation for parents new to the preschool, 6:30pm in the Upper Hall
August 27 – Classroom open houses
September 8 – First day of school for T/Th classes
September 9 – First day of school for MWF classes
*The 2020/2021 school year calendar can also be found on our website by clicking HERE.
Chesterton Academy
Joyfully classical high school in the Catholic tradition! Chesterton Academy of Annapolis, an independent high school offering a college preparatory curriculum centered on the Incarnation of Jesus Christ, is accepting applications for 9th-12th grades for Fall of 2020. The classical curriculum develops complete thinkers who learn to draw on faith and reason for the purpose of building a culture of life. For more information and to view the Academy's virtual open house with 17 other Chesterton Academies nationally, visit ChestertonAcademyOfAnnapolis.org.