01/24/2026
In advance of a significant winter storm forecast to impact northeastern Pennsylvania this weekend, we are offering guidance to parishioners as they prepare for potentially hazardous conditions.
The National Weather Service is predicting significant snowfall, with total accumulations of one foot or more possible in some areas. The storm is expected to affect the region from late Saturday night through Monday morning, and officials warn that travel could become difficult to impossible at times.
We strongly encourage the faithful to exercise caution and prudent judgment when making travel decisions for the Divine Liturgy this weekend. Parishioners are strongly encouraged to attend the Saturday Vigil Divine Liturgy at 4 pm if possible.
The Church teaches that participation in Sunday Divine Liturgy is a serious obligation; however, canon law (church law) also recognizes that there are grave causes that might prevent participation in the celebration of the Eucharist.
Examples of grave causes can include unsafe travel conditions, in addition to personal sickness or care of the sick, being temporarily or permanently homebound, or lack of transportation.
If a person is prevented from attending Sunday Divine Liturgy in person, they are strongly encouraged to view a livestream Divine Liturgy.
