My dear parishioners,
Earlier this evening we were informed that an attendee of the 10am Mass on Sunday, July 5th has tested positive for COVID-19. This person was asymptomatic at the time of the Mass but developed symptoms the following day. The person was tested later in the week and received a positive result. While this individual was asymptomatic during their time in the church, we wanted to let you know immediately of the situation. Fortunately, this individual has experienced only minor symptoms and is currently recovering well.
If you attended the 10am Mass a copy of this message will also be sent to those who registered for tickets and attended that Mass. Although we believe our safety precautions help to alleviate the spread of COVID-19, you should carefully monitor your health over the next 9-10 days if you were in attendance at the 10am Mass.
Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
Fever or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
This list is not all possible symptoms. Call 1-844-542-8201 if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or have questions for state health officials. You may also call the HonorHealth nurse line at (480) 587-6200 or visit https://www.honorhealth.com/coronavirus-covid-19/testing for more information.
At this time, we will continue to follow the recommendations of the Diocese of Phoenix and the CDC (https://www.cdc.gov) to help our community navigate these times. Please know this is why we require masks in the church, disinfect all low and high touch surfaces after each Mass and will continue to make modifications as necessary to allow Masses to remain publicly available for those who wish to participate in them. Remember, the General Dispensation from the Sunday Obligation is still in effect for all and Sunday Masses are regularly streamed online. More information is available at https://www.resurrectionaz.org/masses/ on how to participate in Mass in the safest ways for you and your families. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
If there are any updates, we will share them with you as soon as possible. Thank you all for your continued support of our Resurrection Community. May God continue to bless us and provide the courage to help one another in the times ahead.
In Jesus and Mary,
Fr. Romy