COVID-19 Resources

OLC UPDATED COVID-19 PROTOCOLS FOR PARISH

In the continued interest of the health and safety of our community and personnel, Our Lady of Consolation remains committed to balancing our gradual reopening process with the ongoing health issues that COVID-19 presents. Based on new guidance released for Places of Worship and Religious Services, effective August 29, 2021, regardless of vaccination status, we will resume 6 ft social distancing.  Face coverings will be required when entering and while inside the parish buildings. This includes all Masses.

For additional details on steps being taken to mitigate the risk of contracting and transmitting variants of the novel coronavirus while attending and visiting Our Lady of Consolation, please see below:
 

• Seating Capacity will be limited to approximately 100 in the main parish life center area. Additional seating may be available in the parish life center foyer
• Parishioners and Visitors are not allowed to move or rearrange seats during Mass
• Regardless of vaccination status, all parishioners, personnel and visitors who enter the buildings on campus are required to wear a face covering that covers the nose and mouth fully, while inside the buildings (this includes Mass).  This is mandated by Mecklenburg County.
• Hand sanitizing is to be done before receiving Communion
• Maintain 6 ft. social distancing during Communion
• Avoid shaking of hands during the Sign of Peace
• Sanitizing Spraying is scheduled to occur after each Mass
• The use of Liturgy of the Word Books/Booklets during Mass will be discontinued effective 8/29/2021

For information on vaccination clinics and testing sites, you may visit: 
https://getvaccineanswers.org/question/how-do-i-get-vaccinated? or click here to see the resources on our COVID-19 page.

Information is subject to change. For additional updates as new information becomes available, check back regularly. Please remember to make your monthly tithes and offering (click here)  as well as your Capital Campaign contribution (click here).  

Hello Our Lady of Consolation
Catholic Church.

Have you had your Covid-19 vaccination yet? Because the supply of vaccine has been increased by the federal government and the state of North Carolina, appointments are more available than ever.  If you have any questions please contact one of the Health Ministry medical practitioners, Patricia Yates,
Dr. Florence Okoro, or 
Dr. Evelyn Anderson.

Some of you may have received this information in a previous communication. However, now that the U.S. Treasury Department, local agencies and the United States Department of Labor have issued initial guidance and updates regarding community resources, financial relief and other forms of assistance, we are providing this information to you and encouraging you to check your online updates and resources for more information based on your individual situation. A special thanks to the OLC Health Ministry and others who contributed to this very valuable compilation of COVID-19 resources.

You are also encouraged to consult with a CPA or employment attorney licensed in your respective state, (if you reside outside of North Carolina). Federal law will be the same; and the agencies are issuing guidance and regulations, so it is important to follow the agency's guidelines and information as it is made available. 

The information is intended to assist you with navigating the COVID19 landscape. Information is evolving and continuing to develop. It does not replace any information contained in an ordinance, order or other governmental agency's guidelines. This information does not constitute and should not be considered legal, medical or tax advice. Please stay healthy and be well.

Resources Include (Click Links Below):

• COVID-19 Testing Information
• Testing and Vaccination Information
• Mecklenburg County Government Webpage - Covid Resources
• Employment and Childcare
• Financial resources (Individuals and Small Business/Self-Employed)
• Stimulus payments
• Funeral Payment Assistance
• Unemployment Insurance Benefits
• Food resources
• DSS and Community Partners Legal Resources
• CDC Information
• Misc Resources:
  • Internet Access
  • Mental Health
  • Legal
  • Cleaning/Sanitizing Services
  • Homebound - Vaccinations at your home by the Health Department