Communicate consistently. Weekly emails, weekly letters, daily social media posts & weekly calls. People need a consistent positive message they can count on.

Consider creating a communications team to work the following: Calling committee (particularly important for parishes with a population not on social media), messaging opportunities and ideas.

Remain positive. You don't have all the answers and you don't have to pretend you do. Remember everyone is looking for positive leadership and that is found by bringing the hope and love of Christ to others.

Download any of Bishop Paprocki’s decrees and communications at dio.org/coronavirus.

Check out the webpage dio.org/lent for a link to weekly webinars that help everyone keep the pulse in the Parish.

Stay connected! - Do you want to stay up-to-date on news surrounding our diocese, Bishop Paprocki, diocesan events, and spiritual opportunities? Sign up to receive text messages or email messages by going to dio.org or text diospringfield to 84576.  

Begin a calling committee to reach parishioners, click for the phone scripts.

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Visit dio.org/masslivestreams and spiritual resources