​MISSION STATEMENT
The vision of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church is to glorify God by being a community of faith who, in the name of Jesus Christ, enables all to grow in their relationship with God and with one another through witness, worship and service.

Rev. Bala Raju Pudota       stroseperry@sbcglobal.net
Telephone # 580-336-9300
421 9th St, Perry Ok 73077

MASS  TIMES
SUNDAY - 10:30 am
MONDAY - 9:00 am
TUESDAY - 6:00 pm
WEDNESDAY - 6:00 pm
THURSDAY - 9:00 am
FRIDAY -  9:00 am
SATURDAY - 5:30 pm

Rose of Lima is beginning the resumption of parish activities. RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH CORONAVIRUS/COVID-19: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) has sickened thousands and killed hundreds in Oklahoma. There is substantial evidence of community spread of COVID- 19 throughout Oklahoma and most other states. St. Rose of Lima is following guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Oklahoma State Department of Health and other agencies, and has implemented social distancing measures, increased hand-washing and other hygienic practices, and frequent cleaning of common surfaces. Despite such precautions, the risks associated with transmission of COVID-19 remain high. Individuals participating in an activity may have traveled from other cities or states to participate. In addition, the nature of some activities makes it impossible to observe all of the recommended precautions all of the time; for example, individuals will not always be six feet apart, surfaces will not always be free of viruses and other infectants, etc. Even where the activity allows social distancing, it will be impossible for the parish to ensure that all participants are observing all the recommended precautions. As a result of participation in parish activities, you or your child will be exposed to the risk of infection of communicable diseases, including COVID-19. Symptoms associated with COVID-19 range from mild to severe, and include fever, cough, difficulty breathing, headache, nausea, severe respiratory distress and death. By participating in parish activities or allowing your child to participate you knowingly and voluntarily assume the risk associated with participation.”

PROCEDURES FOR RESUMPTION OF PUBLIC MASS:

Using the guidelines set forth by the Most Reverend Paul S. Coakley, Archbishop of Oklahoma City; Father Bala Raju Pudota and the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church Council issued the following procedures for Resumption of Public Mass:

• Public Mass will resume at St. Rose of Lima on Monday, May 18 at 9 am.
• Saturday/Sunday Masses will resume the weekend of May 23-24.
• The obligation to attend Sunday Mass remains suspended for all Catholics.
• Persons with health vulnerabilities or those having personal concerns about attending are encouraged not to attend public Mass.
• Persons are encouraged to take their own temperature before leaving home to attend Mass and not attend a public Mass if their temperature is 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or above per CDC guidelines
• Designated pews will be roped off to maintain appropriate distance between individuals or families. Starting from the front, every other pew will be roped off.
• Ushers will assist you to a seat. You may not have the opportunity to select your seat location.
• Pews will be sanitized before and after every Mass
• Those attending Mass are encouraged to bring their own masks.
• Those attending Mass are encouraged to bring their own sanitizer; however, the parish will attempt to provide sanitizer as needed.
• All hymnals, missalettes, etc. will be removed from the pews.
• Doors will be propped open before Mass so that people do not need to touch doors as they enter.
• Holy Water fonts will remain empty.
• Ushers, the Communion Minister, the Lector and Father will wear masks; Parishioners are strongly encouraged to wear masks as well.
• Members of family units may sit together during Mass.
• Visiting other pews before, during or after Mass is prohibited.
• Congregational singing is allowed. Since no hymnals are allowed, it’s suggested that songs familiar to the congregation be sung.
• A Lector, Communion Minister and two or three Ushers will be assigned to each Mass. Father will serve as his own Altar server. The Lector, Communion Minister and Usher roles may overlap for Mass.
• No collection will be taken during Mass. A basket will be placed at entrances of the church for monetary offerings.
• The gifts will not be taken up by procession to the altar.
• The Sign of Peace will be omitted.
• Holding of hands during the Lord’s Prayer is prohibited.
• To limit the amount of movement of people during Mass, The Faithful will not proceed forward to the front of the church. Father Bala and the Communion Minister will distribute Communion by walking down the center aisle and the outside aisles. The Eucharist will be received only in the form of the Precious Body during this time. You will receive Communion by hand only.
• The Communion Minister will sanitize his/her hands before and after distribution of the Eucharist.
• Ushers will dismiss parishioners by pew or other means to ensure a staggered exit of persons attending Mass (an effort to maintain six feet of social distancing).
• The restroom will remain open and antibacterial soap/hand sanitizer will be made available.
• There will be no social gatherings or receptions on church property.
• The weekly Mass schedule is
  • Monday at 9 AM
  • Tuesday at 6 PM
  • Wednesday at 6 PM (no Benediction)
  • Thursday at 9 AM: designated for those over 60 years of age, or those with any special health conditions. Because the obligation to attend Sunday Mass is lifted, it is hoped anyone fitting this special group designation will choose to attend Mass on Thursday.
  • Friday at 9 AM: Father will be saying Mass on Fridays during this special time.

The Parish Office will remain closed. For any special needs, please call Father Bala at 580-786-8283.
“Patience and charity toward neighbor will be prime virtues as we resume public Mass.” Timeline and Procedures for Resumption of Public Mass and Sacramental Life, May 6th, 2020