COVID-19 News and Updates
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March 23, 2023Growing interest in the Synod Listening SessionMore than 300 people have already committed to joining others for the next synod listening session on Saturday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the University of Dallas. The topic will focus on Catholic Education. |
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March 10, 202310 Years as Pope: Pushing the Church to bring the Gospel to the WorldThe Catholic Church celebrates the 10th Anniversary of Pope Francis' election March 13. |
March 7, 2023Bishop offers dispensation for St. Patrick’s DayWith St. Patrick’s Day falling on a Lenten Friday this year, Bishop Edward J. Burns has issued a dispensation from abstinence on March 17, allowing the faithful to enjoy the American Irish tradition of eating corned beef (or ham) and cabbage in good conscience. |
February 21, 2023Marking the Start of LentAsh Wednesday marks the start of a time of opportunities. An opportunity to celebrate faith. An opportunity to acknowledge sins. An opportunity to ask forgiveness. And an opportunity to prepare for Easter. |
February 14, 2023Valentine’s Day marks the observance of National Marriage Week and World Marriage DayBuilding a culture of life and love in this country begins by supporting and promoting the Sacrament of Marriage and the family. |
February 1, 2023Bishop's Invitational Chairs for 2023 AnnouncementThe Catholic Diocese of Dallas is pleased to announce Kara and Peter Gehan as the Chairs for the 13th Annual Bishop’s Invitational Golf Tournament. |
Cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Dallas County
Dallas County Health and Human Services is continuing to work closely with the Center for Disease Control and the Texas Department of State and Health Services to monitor the outbreak and test ill individuals.
This is a rapidly evolving situation and information will be updated as it becomes available. Also, check these sites often for the latest developments and what Texans need to know about COVID‑19.
Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS)
Protect yourself and others
Residents are asked to help prevent spread of the virus by practicing non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) such as:
- Social distancing (avoiding close contact with other people, especially those who are sick)
- Covering coughs and sneezes, and hand hygiene
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- If you are sick, stay home.
From the Office of the Superintendent of Catholic Schools
The health and well-being of our students and their families is of utmost importance to us, and for that reason, the Catholic Schools Office alongside Bishop Burns has decided to close all diocesan and private schools and move to e-learning and remote learning protocols through March 27, 2020.